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18 Karat White Gold Emerald and Diamond Three Row Hoop Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 48 round brilliant cut = 0.57cttw Color: G
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold 1.42ct Diamond Three-Row Huggie Hoop Earrings AER-18747-Y
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
diamonds.Offered brand new, this pair of 18K Yellow Gold 1.42ct Diamond Three-Row Huggie Hoop Earrings includes a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Three-Row Channel Set Classic Diamond Hoop Earrings in White Gold 2.65 Carat
Located in Wailea, HI
Three Row Channel Set Classic Diamond Hoop Earrings in White Gold 2.65 Carats Forty Eight Round
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Hoop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.04ct Round Natural Diamond Huggie Earrings 14kt Baguette Three Row
Located in New York, NY
Classic three row set Huggie Clip Earrings. Sparkling baguettes and diamonds. 1.04 carat grand
Category

2010s American Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Three Row Diamond J Style Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 68 round brilliant cut = 0.80cttw Color: H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold 1.30 Carat Three Row Natural Diamond Earrings
Located in Baltimore, MD
14 Karat White Gold 1.30 Carat Three Row Natural Diamond Earrings Metal: 14k white gold Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Tiffany Co. Pave Diamond Etoile Hoop Earrings
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
diamonds. Three rows of diamonds ensure these charmers will sparkle from every angle. Part of the etoile
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond and White Gold Hoop Earrings 14.00ct
Located in London, GB
A pair of large diamond hoop earrings, with three rows of pavé set round brilliant cut diamonds
Category

2010s American Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

De Grisogono Allegra Diamond Multi Row Earrings 1.35 Carat
By de GRISOGONO
Located in London, England
A beautiful pair of multi row diamond De Grisogono earrings set in 18k rose and yellow gold. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Trinity Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Cartier 18k yellow gold diamond 'Trinity' hoop earrings. Three-quarter hoop design, featuring a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold 2.53ct Diamond Baguette Channel Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Pull off a luxe look in no time with these diamond hoops. They come decorated with three rows of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Modern Huggie Hoop Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Modern huggie hoop diamond earrings crafted in 14 karat white gold. The huggies feature three rows
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

.50 Carat Diamond White Gold Lever Back Hoop Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Three row diamond post style lever back hoop earrings. 3 rows of 72 round diamonds 72 round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

13.10 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Hoop Earrings with Diamond Ball Charms
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
white gold. The earrings are pave set in three rows with 77 round brilliant cut diamonds each, for a
Category

2010s American Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

LB Exclusive 18k Yellow Gold 2.00ct Diamond Huggie Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Exude sheer elegance with a little help from this pair of diamond huggie hoop earrings. Clad in 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

LB Exclusive 14K White Gold 2.92 Ct Diamond Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
an inch across and features three rows of diamonds. Sandwiched in between rows of round diamonds is a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

LB Exclusive 18K White Gold 1.33 ct Diamond Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
These lovely LB Exclusive 18K White Gold 1.33 ct Diamond Hoop Earrings are made with 18K white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Lb Exclusive 14k White Gold 0.98 Carat Diamond Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Give your daily ensembles a glamorous update through this pair of diamond hoop earrings. This pair
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

LB Exclusive 14K White Gold 1.00 ct Diamond Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
These chic 14K White Gold earrings are delightfully unexpected in design. Three rows of diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

LB Exclusive 14K Yellow Gold 0.50 Ct Diamond Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
. Each one measures 0.5” round and showcases three rows of diamonds, which together possess a total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Perfecta 14K Two-Tone Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings, 3.5 Carat
Located in Miami, FL
three rows of brilliant round-cut diamonds totaling approximately 3.5 carats, pavé set to create a
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

LB Exclusive 14k Yellow Gold 0.50 Carat Diamond Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
. Each one measures 0.5” round and showcases three rows of diamonds, which together possess a total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB Exclusive 14k White Gold 0.50 Carat Diamond Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
. Each one measures 0.5” round and showcases three rows of diamonds, which together possess a total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

LB Exclusive 14 Karat Rose Gold 4.50 Carat Diamond Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
tacky. Three rows of diamonds can be seen on the front facing edge and the inside back edge of each hoop
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

LB Exclusive 14k White Gold 7.0 Carat Diamond Tapered Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This stunner boasts a modern tapering hoop design lined with three rows of diamonds totaling 7.00
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Modern 5.50 Carat Diamond In and Out Hoop White Gold Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stylish and brilliant characterize these timeless in and out hoop earrings. Three rows of in and
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Princess Cut Diamond Half Hoop Earrings Set in 18k White Gold
Located in London, England
hoops are composed of three rows of invisibly set princess cut diamonds which follow the curve round to
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

LB Exclusive 14k Yellow Gold 2.0 Carat Diamond Channel-Set Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
sparklers features three rows of diamonds for maximum brilliance. At the center is a row of channel-set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

LB Exclusive 14k White Gold 4.80 Ct Diamond In Out Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
make you instantly ready for any special occasion. These earrings feature three rows of diamonds on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

LB Exclusive 18K White Gold 5.30 Carat Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
These hoops promise maximum sparkle. Each white gold hoop earring measures 1.25"" x 1.25."" Three
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

LB Exclusive 18K Yellow Gold 4.15 Carat Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
measures 1"" in diameter and features triple rows of diamonds on its front-facing outside surface and three
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 2.75 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Gold Channel Set J Hoop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
J hoop style earrings featuring three rows of diamonds, channel set North to South Rectangular
Category

1990s Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB Exclusive 18K White Gold 1.15 Ct Diamond Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
These lovely LB Exclusive 18K White Gold 1.15 ct Diamond Hoop Earrings are made with 18K white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

White Gold

LB Exclusive 18k White Gold 3.05 Carat Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
three rows of diamonds that shimmer with elegance. Each hoop measures 0.85"" x 0.85"" and weighs 4.55
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

5.05 cttw Inside Out Round Pave Diamond Hoop Earrings 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Earrings feature Round Brilliant Diamonds pave set in three rows on the inside and outisde of the earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

8.50 Carat Round Hoop Pavé Diamond Earrings 18k White Gold by Odelia
By Odelia
Located in La Jolla, CA
Earrings feature three rows of Round Full cut Diamonds Pavé set on the inside half and outside half in high
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 2.14 Carats Total Round Cut Diamond Blue Sapphire Hoop Earrings
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stylish pair of huggie hoop earrings showcasing a three row of 80 round brilliant diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Kutchinsky Bold Pair of Vintage 18ct Gold and Diamond Hoop Clip Earrings, 1975
By Joseph Kutchinsky
Located in London, GB
A bold pair of 18ct gold and diamond hoop earrings by Kutchinsky, 1975, the large round shaped
Category

Late 20th Century English Hoop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef Arpels 18k Yellow Gold 2.13ct Ruby, Sapphire Emerald Hoop Earrings
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
2.13ct Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald and Diamond Hoop Earrings is offered in estate condition inclusive of a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

3.00 Carat Diamond Huggie Earrings
Located in NEW ORLEANS, LA
Three rows of pave set diamonds bedeck both the inside and outside of these vintage huggie style
Category

20th Century Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond Gold Loop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Classic Cartier design and quality. Three rows set with brilliant cut diamonds create an elegant
Category

20th Century American Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Pearl Diamond Earrings
Located in London, England
These stunning earrings comprise a round brilliant cut diamond in a rubover setting accented by two
Category

1990s Unknown Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Buccellati Ramage Collection Diamond Huggie Earrings
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
Spectacular three row diamond huggie earrings from the Ramage Collection by Buccellati, crafted in
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Diamond and 18kt Yellow and White Gold Rope Earrings
Located in Denver, CO
These two-tone Estate earrings feature three rows of 18kt yellow twisted gold rope overlaid by a
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Sapphire and Diamond Mimi Earrings Set in 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, England
travelling down the hoop a are three rows of pavé set diamonds which creates this beautiful elegant effect
Category

1990s Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2000s Contemporary 1.80 Carat Ruby and 1.05 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamonds are displayed alternately between three rows of three 18k yellow gold channel set French cut
Category

Early 2000s Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Triple Row Diamond Hoop Earrings in 18 Karat Gold 1.50cts
Located in London, England
A beautiful pair of 18ct yellow gold diamond set hoop earrings with each hoop earring having three
Category

2010s Unknown Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Double Row Diamond Gold Ear Hoops
By Cartier
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Two three dimensional rows of brilliant white diamonds, the stones weighing 2.70 carats in total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.50 Carat Three-Row Diamond Hoop Earrings in 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
2.50 Carats three row diamond hoop earrings in 14K gold Exquisitely made with G-H Color SI1
Category

2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold

Cartier Trinity de Cartier Three Row Diamond Gold Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
18kt Cartier De Trinity Three Row Hoop Earring with Diamonds. Yellow white and rose gold hoops
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Earrings 18kt Gold Three-Row Rubies 3.09 carats Diamonds Hoops 0.36 carats
Located in Miami, FL
glamour and sophistication. 18kt Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings with Three-Row Rubies 3.09 carats and
Category

2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Natural Ruby and Diamond Three Row Huggie Half-Hoop Earrings in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
These beautiful diamond and ruby earrings are simple yet sophisticated, and burst with bold color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Maillon Panthere 3 Row Diamond 18k White Gold Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The Cartier Maillon Panthère 3-Row Diamond Hoop Earrings are a stunning embodiment of luxury and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Maillon Panthere Three-Diamond Paved Rows White Gold Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Maillon Panthere Diamond Hoop Earrings by Cartier. With 36 round brilliant cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

CARTIER Trinity Diamond Gold Hoop Earrings Clips
By Cartier
Located in New York City, NY
three interconnected rows with one row full of very high grade round brilliant cut diamonds totaling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Paris Vintage Diamond Sapphire Hoop Earrings in 18K Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Splendid vintage pair of Cartier diamond and sapphire hoop earrings in 18 karat yellow gold. Each
Category

Late 20th Century French Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Mother of Pearl and Diamond Hoop Earrings in Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
mother-of-pearl and diamond hoop earrings in 18-karat yellow gold. Each earring is designed as a half
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Three Row Diamond Hoop Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of three row diamond hoop earrings for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, white gold and 14k gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our selection of items includes 3 vintage examples as well as 16 contemporary versions. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of three row diamond hoop earrings to choose from, but contemporary and modern three row diamond hoop earrings are of considerable interest. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Harbor Diamonds, Meghna Jewels and TJD are consistently popular. A selection of round cut and mixed cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of three row diamond hoop earrings, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Three Row Diamond Hoop Earrings?

Prices for three row diamond hoop earrings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,500 and can go as high as $19,500, while three row diamond hoop earrings, on average, fetch $3,249.

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.  

Finding the Right Hoop-earrings for You

It is almost impossible to overstate how popular hoop earrings are today. They are routinely seen adorning the ears of high-profile women, ranging from Michelle Obama and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to Jennifer Lopez and Cardi B.

The roots of the hoop-earring phenomenon literally stretch back to the dawn of civilization. On view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to 2,600–2,500 B.C. that experts agree is among the oldest known examples. Hoop earrings can also be found in the Met’s Egyptian art gallery as well as in the museum’s displays of Greek and Roman art.

What inspired the original hoop design and why it was adopted by so many jewelers in the ancient world are unknown. It doesn’t have an origin story, feeling rather like the jewelry equivalent of the wheel. There just seems to be a logic to a circle that goes from the front to the back of the lobe.

“Hoops have been worn for millennia because they are unfathomably chic,” says Annabel Davidson, the editor of Vanity Fair UK’s special jewelry edition. “The way they accentuate the jawline, elongate the face and add a touch of flamboyance to a look is clearly a timeless expression of confidence, femininity and sartorial savvy.”

Throughout the ages, there have been countless decorative variations of hoop earrings. While the style can be found in just about every era, it was far more popular in some periods than others. Certain looks from yesteryear reflect cultural interests, while others are purely glamourous.

On 1stDibs, shop vintage diamond hoop earrings, gold hoop earrings, contemporary hoops and many more varieties of this wildly popular accessory.