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Fascinating Fancy Colored Diamond Drop Earrings w/2.62 ct - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
grade: SI Cut grade: Good Side stone: 4 pcs Diamonds Side stone carat weight: 0.60 ct Shape: Pear
Category

2010s Israeli Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Beautiful 0.71ct Tanzanite and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
-shaped Color grade: Purple Clarity grade: N/A Side stone: 12 stones Diamonds Side stone carat weight
Category

2010s Singaporean Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Pink Morganite Gemstone 1.53 cts in 14K Rose Gold Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
delicate hue Side Stones: 0.17 carats of round white diamonds, adding sparkle and contrast This natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Stunning 18k White Gold Halo Ring w/ 1.7 total carat weight of Natural Diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
clarity: SI1 sku: SR-WG-177479 30 diamonds side stones total of: 0.30 ct. cut: round brilliant color: F
Category

2010s Singaporean Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold Eternity Band Ring with 2ct Natural Sapphire and Diamond IGI Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
: good-fair sku: 1090 Online verification IGI 10J1629822 6 diamonds side stones of total: 0.9 ct. cut
Category

2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Magnificent Emeralds and Diamonds Necklace and Ring Set in 18k White Gold - IGI
Located in רמת גן, IL
: 15 pcs Diamonds Side stone carat weight: 0.17ct Shape: Round Color grade: E-F Clarity grade: I1 Cut
Category

2010s Israeli Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Certified Natural 2.53 Сts Pink Sapphire Earrings set in 14 KWG with Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Side Stones Diamonds Report GIA Report Center Stone Quantity 2 Total Weight 2.53 carats Color Pink
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Captivating 6.01ct Tourmaline and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA
Located in רמת גן, IL
: 20 pcs Diamonds Side stone carat weight: 0.63ct Shape: Round Color grade: F-G Clarity grade: SI1
Category

2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stylish 1.07ct Topaz, Sapphire Diamond Fancy-Colored Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Side stone: 21 pcs Diamonds Side stone carat weight: 0.21ct Shape: Round Color grade: G-H Clarity
Category

2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Charming 18k White Gold Necklace w/ 2.12ct Ruby and Natural Diamonds IGI Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
verification IGI 10J1975623 4 diamond side stones of total: 1.5 ct. cut: pear brilliant color: D-E clarity
Category

2010s Israeli Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Beautiful 1 carat 30 points Ruby and Diamond Halo Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Main stone carat weight: 1.00ct Shape: Pear Color: Red Clarity grade: n/a Side stone: 36 pcs Diamonds
Category

2010s Israeli Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Peach Morganite Gemstone 17.01 carats set in 14K Rose Gold with Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
any visible inclusions. Treatments: Heated to enhance its vibrant color. Side Stones: Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Dazzling 18K White Gold Necklace w/ 1.5ct Sapphire and Natural Diamonds IGI Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
verification IGI 10J2010523 19 diamonds side stones of total: 0.75 ct. cut: round brilliant color: E-F clarity
Category

2010s Israeli Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold

8.16 Carat Gem Rhodolite Garnet Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
pear-shape diamonds on each side of the ring. Hand-fabricated in platinum, a super fine gem at an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, Platinum

GIA Certified 75 Ct Emerald and 45 Ct Diamond Necklace and Earring Bridal Suite
Located in New York, NY
with luminous clusters of round diamonds set in marquise shape suspending a brilliant pear-shaped
Category

20th Century Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Abstract Pendant Necklace Set in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
firstly composed of a round brilliant cut diamond which suspends a square cut sapphire and pear cut
Category

1990s Retro Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1990s 6.71 carat Aquamarine and 3.16 carat Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamonds. The pear shaped drop articulates from a feature 0.44ct modern brilliant round cut diamond
Category

1990s Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1930s Antique 1.92 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
photographs may detract from the true representation of this stunning diamond solitaire with pear side stones
Category

Vintage 1930s French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA GRS Certified 10 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond 18k White Gold Drop Earring
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
_____________________ Side Stone Details(2): - Type: Diamond - Carat: 1.07 - Cut: Oval - Quantity: 2 Side Stone Details
Category

2010s North American Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Intricate 3.32ct Ruby and Diamond Necklace set in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
: Baguette Color grade: Red Side stone: 55 diamond stones Side stone carat weight: 2.20ct Shape: Round
Category

2010s Singaporean Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unique 2.05 Carat Fine Deep Red Ruby Diamond Heart 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
0.96ct of baguette and round brilliant cut diamonds. Approx G/H colour and Si1-2 clarity. Also set with 4
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sparkling 0.87ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Diamonds Side stone carat weight: 0.10ct Shape: Round Color grade: E Clarity grade: VVS Cut grade: Very
Category

2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lustrous 1.52ct Diamonds Fancy-Colored Drop Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI
Located in רמת גן, IL
, totaling 0.82 carats. Complementing the main stones are four round side diamonds with a combined weight of
Category

2010s Israeli Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Classic 18k Yellow Gold Ring w/ 1.52 ct Natural Sapphire and Diamonds IGI Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
color: Yellow clarity: transparent sku: R-1335 Online verification IGI 10J1961223 12 diamonds side
Category

2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Captivating 3.37ct Diamond and Sapphire Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
carat cut: Round Brilliant color: H-I clarity: VS-SI cut grade: G 5 sapphire side stones of total: 0.95
Category

2010s Israeli Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Diamond 3.03 Ct Certified Diamond Ring in Platinum
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
Modified Brilliant cut Light Yellow VS1 diamond, 9.90 x 7.40 x 5.16 mm. Side stones: 6 Pear shape diamonds
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Platinum

11.20 Carat Aquamarine and 2.37 Carat Diamond Platinum and White Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
embellish the upper border and sides of the design, in a combination of transitional modern brilliant round
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

18k Yellow Gold Peacock Brooch 7.45 Carat Natural Gemstones Diamonds IGI Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
red 298 diamonds side stones of total: 3.30 ct. cut: round brilliant color: F-G clarity: VS1-VS2 cut
Category

2010s Israeli Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Beautiful 3.58ct Diamonds Pendant w/ Gems in 18K Yellow Gold- Chain not Included
Located in רמת גן, IL
Shape: Round Brilliant Color: G Clarity: VS Side stone: 29 pcs Ruby Stone carat weight: 0.87ct Shape
Category

2010s Singaporean Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vibrant and one-of-a-kind 1.85 ct Fancy Colored Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Diamonds Side stone carat weight: 0.90 ct Shape: Pear Color grade: Natural Fancy Deep Brownish Orange
Category

2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Rubellite and Diamond Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in London, GB
, with its deep purply red hue, is cut in a pear shape and surrounded by a single row of round brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, Platinum

Van Cleef Arpels Vintage 18k Yellow Gold 2 Ct Diamond and Pearl Statement Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
Pearl surrounded by a scalloped halo of faceted, bezel-set diamonds. More round diamonds as accent side
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Blue Sapphire Diamond Gold Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
round brilliant cut diamonds, leading to a further 6 round brilliant cut diamonds either side set to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Star Ruby Diamond Ruby Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2.08 carats of large round brilliant-cut diamonds that are bright white with immense brilliance and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum

1.01 Carat Fancy Yellow Oval Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
bezel. Measurements: 8.30x5.90 mm. Side stones: 52 Brilliant round diamonds and 2 Pear shape cut
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1.09 Carat Diamond and Platinum Trilogy Ring, 2000s
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond, flanked on either side by a four claw/prong set modern brilliant round cut diamond. The sides of
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Contemporary Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
natural emerald is flanked with five well colour matched modern brilliant round cut diamonds, displayed in
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Ruby and Diamond Snake Ring
Located in London, GB
a chunky old pear cut diamond at the head. This principal stone is flanked on either side by a rich
Category

Antique 19th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natalie K Trois Diamants White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Mounting NAKAG18
By Natalie K
Located in Southampton, PA
timeless style. The setting is made of 14K white gold and boasts ~.75ct of diamonds. The side stones boasts
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Spectacular Graff Mandarin Garnet Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
with 2.32 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds as well as 2 larger pear-shape diamonds set on the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Mandarin Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sophisticated and Rare Color 4.33ct Garnet and Diamonds Cluster Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
: 10 pcs Diamonds Side stone carat weight: 0.40ct Shape: Round Color grade: E- F Clarity grade: VS
Category

2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stunning 1.99ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
dazzling centerpiece. Two luminous pear-cut side diamonds with 0.11ct total, accentuate the center stone
Category

2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.41 Carats Total Fancy Yellow Stud Earrings Double Halo 18K *Natural Diamonds*
Located in New York, NY
Side Diamond Breakdown: 0.25 Carats in White Round (44 stones) GH Color VS/SI Quality 0.20 Carats in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Fancy Color Diamond Pink Cluster Dome Ring Three GIA Cert 18K Gold Intense Pinks
Located in New York, NY
# 5231077604] [GIA#2478926969] [GIA#2235080667] Side Diamond Breakdown: 2.08 Carats - Pink Diamond Pear Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold

Elegant 1.06ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
: Round Color grade: E-F Clarity grade: VS Side stone: 14 pcs Diamonds Side stone carat weight: 0.16ct
Category

2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ruby Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
individually collet set transitional modern brilliant round diamonds, placed to the corners of the ruby. The
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GRS Certified 4.96 Carats Spinel Diamonds set in Platinum Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stone Spinel Side Stones Diamonds Metal Type Platinum Report GRS Report Size 6.5 Center Stone Quantity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, Platinum

1950s Emerald and 1.02 Carat Diamond White Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
the reverse of the push fit fastening. Emerald Quality Color Green Cut Pear/Round Content 0.56 carat
Category

Vintage 1950s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Blue Star Sapphire and Diamond Ring AGL Certified 19.80 Carat
Located in MIAMI, FL
level of the setting and are set along side four pear shape diamonds that complete this amazing design
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold

Captivating 6.15ct Tanzanite and Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI
Located in רמת גן, IL
stone: 38 pcs Diamonds Side stone carat weight: 0.26ct Shape: Round Color grade: G-H Clarity grade: SI
Category

2010s Israeli Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stunning 14.90ct Emerald, Rubies, and Diamonds Arm Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Shape: Heart Color grade: Green Side stone: 258 pcs Diamonds Side stone carat weight: 5.80ct Shape
Category

2010s Israeli Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 21.60 Carat Amethyst and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
condition. Amethyst Quality Color Purple Cut Oval mixed / Round mixed / Pear Content 21.60 carats Diamond
Category

Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Dazzling 18k White Gold Natural Diamond Drop Earrings w/0.69 ct - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Diamonds Side stone carat weight: 0.30 ct Shape: Pear Color grade: F-G Clarity grade: VS1-VS2 Cut grade
Category

2010s Israeli Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold Fancy Pink-Brown Diamond Halo Ring 1.46 Cts. GIA / IGI Certified
Located in Media, PA
, creating a glamorous halo and side design. These include: 12 pear brilliant diamonds (0.72 ctw), near
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Magnificent 50.89ct Rubies and Diamonds Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
stone carat weight: 11.63ct Shape: Oval Color grade: Purplish Red Side stone: 321 pcs Diamonds Side
Category

2010s Israeli Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fabulous 14k White Gold Amethyst and Diamond Dangle Earrings w/17.60 ct - AIG
Located in רמת גן, IL
: Purple Cut grade: Very Good Side stone: 24 pcs Diamonds Side stone carat weight: 0.42 ct Shape: Round
Category

2010s Israeli Dangle Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Fabulous 14k White Gold Ruby, Sapphire and Natural Diamond Ring w/1.47 ct - IGI
Located in רמת גן, IL
stone carat weight: 0.22 ct Shape: Pear Color: Purplish Pink Side stone: 1 pc Diamond Side stone carat
Category

2010s Israeli Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

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Round Diamond With Pear Side Stones For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of round diamond with pear side stones for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 34 vintage editions and 202 modern creations to choose from as well. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 19th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of round diamond with pear side stones made by contemporary jewelers — as well as those associated with modern — are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Sebastian Bernard, Gems Paradise and Peter Suchy are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for pear cut round diamond with pear side stones and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and oval cut alternatives. When shopping our range of round diamond with pear side stones, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Round Diamond With Pear Side Stones?

Prices for round diamond with pear side stones can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1 and can go as high as $1,200,000, while round diamond with pear side stones, on average, fetch $8,400.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.