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Sapphires, Pearls, Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
linked by a pendant in 18 kt yellow gold mounted with three sapphires surrounded by diamonds. As closure
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Garnet, Rubellite Diamond Sapphire Flower Pendant Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
37" long garnet and rubellite beaded necklace. Diamond and silver clasp allowing for pendant to be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Rubelite, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Agate Enamel Sapphire Diamond Rose Cut Diamond Flower Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
bead - sapphire spacer bead - double sided diamond and sterling silver 925 closing 2 piece clasp on top
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Clarissa Bronfman Botswana Agate, Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
18" beaded agate necklace, with diamond, silver, ruby, emerald, and sapphire tumblers. Ruby and
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver

0.20 Carat White Brilliant Cut Diamond Oriental Pearl White Gold Beaded Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Diamonds. This Necklace has 9.20 Carats of Natural Blue Cabochon Cut Sapphires. This Necklace has Cultured
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Sapphire,...

Clarissa Bronfman Agate Diamond Crystal Ruby Sapphire Emerald Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
18" length Botswana agate beaded necklace consists of: - double sided diamond silver top closing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Crystal, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Vintage Pearl Two Strand Necklace Diamond Sapphire Detachable Clasp-Pendant
Located in Napoli, NA
Sapphires in the center 2.50 ct. The pearl strands are detachable and the clasp has a diamond gold link to
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Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Tourmaline, Diamond, Silver, Ruby, Sapphire Rosary Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
. Sapphire, silver, and diamond tumbler bead. Full total length of 37" inches. Pendant is a vintage piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Silver, Sterling Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Silver, Mother-of-Pearl, Onyx, Diamond, Beaded Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Silver cross with mother of pearl stone, and loop on top. Black onyx beads, with diamond and silver
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Diamond, Onyx, Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Pink Ruby Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Flower Pendant Beaded Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Necklace consists of: - approximately 20" length - sterling silver and diamond designed closing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Platinum, Sapphire, Diamond and Moonstone Chain
Located in New York, NY
An American Contemporary platinum chain with 16 diamonds,61 sapphires and 34 moonstone. The chain
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Sapphire, Platinum

14 Karat Yellow Gold 6mm Cultured Pearl Necklace with Sapphire and Diamond Clasp
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: 6 round cut = 0.06cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Favero Italy 18Kt Gold Necklace Akoya Pearls and 4.74 Cts in Sapphire Diamonds
By Favero
Located in Miami, FL
An Akoya pearls necklace designed by Favero. Gorgeous necklace made in Italy by the jewelry house
Category

2010s Italian Modernist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Onyx Rubelite Diamond Ruby Sapphire Hand Flower Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
37" long onyx and rubellite beaded necklace. Diamond and silver clasp allowing for changing/removal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Rubelite, Ruby, Sapphire, Silver

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Tanzanite Diamond Gold Amethyst Necklace Sapphire Polki Flower
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- blue sapphire - bottom backside loop allowing to hand Signature Symbol Tree base from Beaded
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Quartz, Rubelite, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tanz...

AJD 27 Inch Glowing Freshwater Pearls and Multi Color Sapphire necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Exquisite White Freshwater Pearl Necklace with Multi-Color Sapphire Accents Elevate your jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Mixed Metal

Vintage Cultured Pearl Necklace with Diamond Sapphire "M" initial Clasp
Located in London, GB
Victorian Cut Diamonds and 9 natural Sapphires, perfect for anyone with the letter "M". Additional
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Palladium

BVLGARI 18k Yellow Gold, Rock Crystal, Diamond, Sapphire Tourmaline Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bvlgari Italy 18k Yellow Gold, Rock Crystal, Cabochon Sapphire, Diamond & Tourmaline Necklace
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Botswana Agate Sapphire Emerald Ruby Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
18" length Botswana agate beaded necklace consists of: - double sided diamond silver top closing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Botswana Agate Sapphire Ruby Emerald Agate Diamond Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
18" length Botswana agate beaded necklace consists of: - double sided diamond silver top closing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Botswana Agate Sapphire Ruby Emerald Agate Diamond Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
18" length Botswana agate beaded necklace consists of: - double sided diamond silver top closing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Agate Sapphire Diamond Ruby Enamel Flower Pendant Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
varying in size - enamel/gold bead - sapphire spacer bead - double sided diamond and sterling silver 925
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel

Pasquale Bruni Sogni d Oro Diamond Sapphire Ruby Rose Gold Necklace
By Pasquale Bruni
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Rose Gold SOGNI D'ORO Diamond Sapphire Ruby Necklace by Pasquale Bruni. With round brilliant
Category

2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Fine quality natural jadeite jade necklace with 18K gold and diamond clasp
Located in Bangkok,, TH
for their rich color and translucency. Interspersed with natural blue sapphire beads, the necklace
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2010s Indian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

French Art Deco Diamond Natural Pearl Emerald Sapphire Platinum Sautoir Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
color via faceted and cabochon cut sapphire and emerald beads, transparent and medium-light in
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire,...

Diamond Sapphire South Sea Pearl Necklace 14k Gold14.6 mm18" Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Necklace This is a Unique, Custom Made Hi Fashion South Sea White and Golden Pearl Diamond and Sapphire 14
Category

2010s Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Deco Diamond 5.20 Carat Sapphire Platinum 14 Karat Gold Pearl Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This classic and elegant Deco pearl strand necklace showcases a diamond and sapphire set platinum
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum

Clarissa Bronfman Tiger Eye Sapphire Diamond 14k Gold Enamel Buddha Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Beaded necklace consists of: - 37" length - 14kgold diamond large clasp on bottom that opens and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Tiger s Eye, 14k Gold, Enamel

Cartier Pearl Necklace with Sapphires, Diamonds and 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Hicksville, NY
16 inch long Cartier Pearl Necklace - 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Pearls, Sapphires, Diamonds Features
Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Lapis, Jade, Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold Locked Heart Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
37" long lapis lazuli and jade beaded necklace. Sapphire/silver/diamond tumbler bead. Double sided
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Tigers Eye Diamond Ruby Necklace Ebony Sapphire Clover Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Beaded necklace consists of: - 37" length total - gold diamond double sided clasp that opens and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Tiger s Eye, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Cultured Pearl Row with Diamond and Sapphire Clasp
Located in London, England
Approximate diamond weight 0.37ct, approximate sapphire weight 0.75ct. A cultured pearl necklace
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl necklace with gold clasp and sapphires, Western Europe, 1970s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A beautiful necklace made of 71 pearls (cultured, saltwater) in white/cream color with a clasp in
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Late 20th Century German Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, White Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Tiger Eye Sapphire 14k Gold Diamond Ebony Eye Luv U Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Beaded necklace consists of: - 37" length - 14kgold diamond large clasp on bottom that opens and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tiger s Eye, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Lapis, Peridot, Pearl, Sapphire, Ruby Hummingbird Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
36" lapis beaded necklace. Two silver, diamond, peridot tumbler beads. One double sided silver
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Freshwater Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow...

Double row cultured pearl necklace with gold clasp with diamonds and synthetic s
Located in Chorzów, PL
silver. Clasp decorated with synthetic sapphire in a wreath of old brilliant-cut diamonds (total approx
Category

Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Silver

Sapphire and White Opal Chain
Located in New York, NY
A Macklowe Gallery original opal, sapphire, rock crystal and diamond rondele necklace. Composed of
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Rock Crystal, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Long or Short Aquamarine Necklace with Diamonds by Deborah Lockhart Phillips
By Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
snake with sapphire eyes that opens and the thickness of the beads is about 1 inch. Overall, without
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Antique Art Deco Pearl Necklace with Sapphire Clasp
Located in Stamford, CT
secured with a showpiece diamond shaped 14 kt white gold clasp sparkling with small rose cut diamonds and
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Faceted Sapphire Pearl Diamond Gold Lariat
By Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
18K white gold diamond rondel at the top of the sapphire tassel. Wear it long or short, wrapped
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Alex Jona Flat Cut Rose and Yellow Sapphire 18 K Yellow Gold Long Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold 85cm long chain necklace
Category

2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Enigma Multi Gem Diamond Gold Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
boasts a design comprised primarily of multi colored sapphire beads and diamonds. There is a also a main
Category

20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Topaz Diamond Quartz Opal Rosary Sapphire Diamond Flower
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- sapphire - 1.8" length width Rosary consists of: - brown quartz beads - opal diamond sterling silver
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Quartz, Sapphire, Topaz, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Sterlin...

Clarissa Bronfman Tourmaline, Sapphire, Diamond Multi Symbol Pendant Rosary
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
37" tourmaline beaded rosary. Sapphire, diamond, and silver tumbler bead. Diamond and silver double
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Silver

Genuine 265 Carat Diamond Chrysoprase Charm Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
round Chrysoprases • 14K solid gold clasp with sparkling diamonds • 14K solid gold hand carved beads
Category

2010s Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Marina J. Graduate Pearl Sautoir with Pink Sapphire Tassels and 14k Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
a 14k Yellow Gold Diamond encrusted roundel, from which beautiful strands of Seed Pearls, faceted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J. Unique Woven Pearl "V" Necklace with Vintage Brooch and Clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This unique Marina J , Woven " V " pearl necklace with beautiful Vintage centerpiece/brooch is one
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Gold, Silver, 18k Gold, Ye...

Clarissa Bronfman Amethyst, Garnet, Rose Cut Diamond, Peridot Evil Eye Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
37" long amethyst, garnet, diamond, silver necklace. Clasp allows for interchanging of charms
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Agate 14k Gold Diamond Emerald Sapphire Dove Pendant Rosary
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Beaded necklace consists of: - green agate beads approximately 8 mm - 14k gold wire - double sided
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
the pearls. The necklace is fastened with a sapphire and diamond clasp, mounted in platinum with a
Category

Vintage 1930s British Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Cultured Pearl, Diamond

Clarissa Bronfman Black Agate Opal Diamond Ruby Sapphire Flower Pendant Rosary
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
roundelle beads AAA+ - diamond silver opal tumbler beads Pendants consist of: - 925 sterling silver
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

White Diamond Ruby Crescent Moon Necklace White Pearl Choker Gold Vermeil
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Double Crescent Moon Star Necklace with White Pearl Ruby Blue Sapphire and Emerald Choker The
Category

2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver

Freshwater Baroque Pearl Diamond Black Rhodium Silver Necklace, Lori Barros
Located in Dallas, TX
bead and a large lobster clasp with a single diamond embedded on each side. About the Designer - Lori
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Rhodium, Silver, Sterl...

Clarissa Bronfman Quartz Opal Topaz Diamond Peridot Garnet Cross Rosary Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- diamond opal tumbler bead - diamond topaz tumbler bead - double sided diamond sapphire clasp that opens
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Peridot, Quartz, Topaz, Gold-filled, Sterl...

Clarissa Bronfman Quartz Diamond Opal Aquamarine Topaz 14k Gold Rosary Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- diamond opal tumbler bead - diamond topaz tumbler bead - double sided diamond sapphire clasp that opens
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Opal, Quartz, Topaz, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling...

Double Strand Natural Pearl Saltwater Necklace With Certificate
Located in New York, NY
-shaped clasp garnished with diamonds and a central faceted sapphire stone. The piece comes with The Gem
Category

20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Silver

Marina J. Pearl Lace Necklace with Fire Opal, Tanzanite Diamond Centerpiece
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful One of A Kind piece by Marina J. This Necklace is made of all cultured Seed Pearls
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Tanzanite, Fire Opal, Rhodium, Silver

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Sapphire Beads And Diamond Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact sapphire beads and diamond necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 50 vintage or 53 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a sapphire beads and diamond necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a sapphire beads and diamond necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Coomi, FANCS V by Simona Elia and Gemjunky/M D Designs are consistently popular. See these pages for a bead iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a sapphire beads and diamond necklace, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Sapphire Beads And Diamond Necklace?

Prices for a sapphire beads and diamond necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $448 and can go as high as $360,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $7,396.

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.  

Finding the Right Necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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