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11.67ct Aquamarine, Heliodor Diamond Vine Ring set in 14k Black Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning Aquamarine Ring, set with heliodor and diamonds in an 14k black gold setting
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

7.85ct Bi-Colour Tourmaline, Pink Green Diamond Statement or Engagement Ring
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Diamond Number of Stones: 2 Weight: 0.20 cts twt (0.10ct each) Measurements: 3.15 x 2.50 mm Shape: Oval
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline

Fine Quality 12.21ct IGI Certified Unheated Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring in 18k
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Canada. The report reads as follows: GS#: 1251387
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire

Grafik Ring with Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
is adorned with a stunning array of 64 brilliant-cut diamonds, boasting a dazzling G-H color and vs
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Artist Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

4.64ct GIA Certified Color-Change Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Toronto, Ontario
clarity, F-H colour diamonds set in a 18 k white gold scallop style. The Certificate from Diamond Bourse
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

London Lady D Ring 18K Solid Gold-Diamond London Topaz -Substantial Gold Content
Located in Markham, CA
London Blue Topaz, Oval 14.8 x 19.6 mm Diamonds: 26 Natural Round Brilliant Diamonds, 2 mm each
Category

2010s Canadian Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Blue Topaz, Topaz, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Retro Birks Gold Cocktail Ring 0.45 Carat Natural Diamond Turquoise circa 1960
By Birks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An original Birks Retro 14k Yellow Gold Natural Turquoise and Diamond Cocktail Ring, size 6.25
Category

1960s Canadian Retro Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold

30.78ct Aquamarine and Diamond Vine Ring Set in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning Aquamarine Ring is set with a sprinkle of diamonds in an 18k yellow  gold vine
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold

1.73ct Emerald, Diamond Engagement/Statement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Experience the enchantment of our Oval-Cut Emerald and Diamond Ring, a captivating embodiment of
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.01ct Cushion Red Ruby, Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring set in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
. The ruby’s rich red hue is beautifully complemented by two rose-cut pear-shaped diamonds totaling 0.24
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.08ct Aquamarine, Heliodor Diamond Cocktail Ring set in 14k White Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning Aquamarine Ring, set with heliodor and diamonds in an 14k white gold setting
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Beryl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond eternity ring 1.50ct diamond ring floating diamonds ring 18KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
free diamonds from our Canadian supplier. CENTER STONE: DIAMOND Carat Weight:1.50CT Cut: ROUND
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

9.60ct Peridot, Diamond Pendant and Chain Necklace set in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: None Origin: Notes: Gem Type: Diamond Number of Stones: 1 Total Diamond Weight: 0.14 ct
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.54ct Blue Sapphire, Diamond Ring set in 18k White Gold, GIA Certified Sri Lank
Located in Toronto, Ontario
is complemented by a halo of round brilliant diamonds, enhancing its natural brilliance. Set in a
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Art Deco 14k White Gold Diamond Chased Sapphire Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
finish. The total weight is 5.5 grams. This ring is set with one (1) old European cut diamond, the weight
Category

1920s Canadian Art Deco Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.16ct Pink Sapphire Blue Sapphire Diamond Cocktail or Engagement Ring set
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Greyish Treatment: Heated Origin: Sri Lanka Notes: Stone Type: Diamond Number of Stones: 6 Weight
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire

3.64ct Green Emerald, Diamond Engagement Ring set in 18k White and Yellow Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
centerpiece, flanked by two brilliant diamonds that highlight the emerald’s lush green hue. The emerald
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

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

0.68ct Colombian Emerald Diamond Statement or Engagement Ring set in 18k White
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Diamond Number of Stones: 2 Weight: 0.08 cts twt Measurements: 3.00 x 1.50 x 1.10 mm Shape: Tapered
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

D Orlan Vintage 1980s Navy Green Enamel Harlequin Plaid Check Diamond Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
D'Orlan Vintage 1980s Navy Green Enamel Harlequin Plaid Check Diamond Clip Earrings, Gold Plated
Category

1980s Canadian Art Deco Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

16.51ct Trapiche Green Emerald (F1), Diamond Statement Ring set in 18k Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
in a striking blend of 18k white and yellow gold. Paired with an array of brilliant diamonds, this
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

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

18 Karat White Gold Danhier Blue Topaz, Sapphire and Diamond Evil Eye, Ring
By Christophe Danhier
Located in Troy, MI
the intricate patterns of gold to the sparkling diamonds and precious gemstones that adorn each piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

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

2.91ct Pink Tourmaline, Diamond Pendant set in 14k Yellow Gold, designed by Bell
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Type: Diamond Number of Stones: 9 Total Diamond Weight: 0.05 ct. Measurements: 0.50 x 0.50 mm Shape
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.49ct Green Emerald, Diamond Ring set in 18k Yellow Gold, GIA Certified Zambian
Located in Toronto, Ontario
is beautifully complemented by a halo of round brilliant diamonds, enhancing its natural brilliance
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Agate Medusa Cameo Earrings with Rose Cut Black Diamonds set in 14k Yellow
Located in Toronto, Ontario
These are made in Toronto, Canada, and are incredibly fine quality! Description: Gem Type: Agate
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Agate, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.85ct Bi Color Tourmaline, Pink Green Diamond Ring Set in 14k White Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning bi-color Tourmaline Ring, set with pink and green oval diamonds in an 14k white
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold

32ct Ametrine Diamond Cocktail Ring set in 14k White Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Yellow Treatment: None Origin: Brazil Notes: Stone Type: Diamond Number of Stones: 2 Weight: 0.10
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, Citrine, Other, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.95ct Blue Sapphire, Diamond Engagement/Statement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Introducing our stunning Cushion-Cut Sapphire and Diamond Ring, a mesmerizing testament to
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.80ct Round Teal Blue Sapphire, Diamond Engagement Ring set in 14k White Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Introducing the Exquisite 2.80ct Round Teal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Statement/Engagement Ring Set
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Gold

ROGER LUCAS 1970 Cubism Geometric Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Lapis Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
, created with cubism patterns, back in the 1970. The rare cocktail ring has been attributed to the Canadian
Category

1970s Canadian Modernist Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k...

2.11ct Pink Spinel, Diamond Devil Mask Ring set in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Gem Type: Diamond Number of Stones: 4 Weight: 0.20 cts Measurements: 2.00 mm Shape: Round Clarity: VS2
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

28ct Ametrine, Tourmaline and Diamond Cocktail Ring Set in 14k White Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning Ametrine, set in 14k White Gold Ring, with Bi-Color Tourmaline and diamonds
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Amethyst, Citrine, Other, 14k Gold, White Gold

Alaskan Black Diamond Hand Carved Wood Totem Pole by Vic Yeoda
Located in San Diego, CA
A fine example of an Alaskan Black Diamond hand carved wood totem pole by Vic Yeoda, circa 1980s
Category

Late 20th Century Canadian Native American Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Wood

Princess cut diamond ring cluster diamond ring 18 karat gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
colorless. The side conflict free Canadian diamonds around the center are totaling 0.15ct, VS-SI clarity and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond eternity ring 1.65ct natural diamonds size 7 14KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
clarity and F-G color. Diamonds are from Canada (conflict free) Handling time to ship this ring 7-8 days
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

7.74 Carat Oval White Quartz Black Diamond and Spinel Gold and Silver Men s Ring
Located in Niagara On The Lake, ON
in Niagara on the Lake, Canada. High-quality diamond setting can vastly improve the brilliance and
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Black Diamond, Quartz, Black Spinel, Spinel, 10k Gold, Sterling Silver, ...

1.47ct Rainbow Sapphire, Diamond Gent s Ring set in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Introducing our exquisite Multicolour Sapphire and Diamond Ring, a true masterpiece that embodies
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green ...

South Sea Pearl Diamond Flower Ear Clips
Located in Hong Kong, HK
, nestled in a dazzling floral arrangement of 5.76 carats of diamonds sourced from Canada. Measuring 35 x
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl

Tiffany Co. 1.52 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
, 1.52 ct (stamped) Color / Clarity: F / VVS1 Origin Note: Canadian diamond (as stated) Band Width
Category

2010s American Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Rock Pool 18 Carat Gold Diamond Huggie Hoops
By Jennifer House
Located in Chertsey, GB
mirrors the whimsical beauty of rocky formations, adorned with sporadic white Canada Mark diamonds that
Category

2010s British Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

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

Pink cocktail diamond ring 18KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Pink synthetic ruby and natural diamond ring in 18KT gold, diamonds are Canadian origin and fine
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Labradorite Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
DIAMOND ACCENTS AT THE TOP. THE LABRADORITE IS SET IN 10 KARAT GOLD. THE DIAMOND SET HOOKS ARE STERLING
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Labradorite, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Tiffany Co. 2 Carat Soleste Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
distinguished by its origin—a rare and coveted Canadian mined diamond sourced exclusively by Tiffany & Co., a
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Canadamark x Platinum and 2.26 Carats Diamond Large Witch s Heart Charm Pendant
Located in New York, NY
. 8.25 grams Condition: New, beautiful diamonds, very bright. Mined in Canada Made by hand New York
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

2.20ctw Oval Tanzanite Diamond Halo Ring 14k White Gold Engagement Size 4.75 HKD
Located in McLeansville, NC
Treatment - Heated HKD Gemological Laboratories Canada - 951141123GITH - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Commission a Personalized Monogram Signet Ring
Located in Niagara On The Lake, ON
setting takes place in our studio in Niagara on the Lake, Canada. High-quality diamond setting can vastly
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Black Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold

GIA 7.47 Carat Unheated Ruby Pendant/Ring
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
diamond and round brilliant cut diamonds. Handcrafted masterpiece ballerina design set in platinum
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Study for Dust and Diamonds
By Dwight Baird
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Study for Days of Dust and Diamonds is a maquette by Canadian artist Dwight Baird, executed in
Category

1990s Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Watercolor, Ballpoint Pen

Scarselli GIA Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Blue Floral Earrings By Rebecca Koven
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds. A collaboration between Scarselli and Jewelry Designer Rebecca Koven, these earrings are made
Category

2010s American Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Chalcedony, Yellow Diamond, Agate, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Flexible pearl diamond necklace for minimalist lover 14 Karat Gold Natural gems
Located in Boca Raton, FL
pearl and Canadian diamond in 14KT gold. Metal: 14KT white gold Natural pearl: Color: white Gram(s
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

GIA Unheated 13.69 Carat Sapphire Cocktail Ring
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Royal sapphire diamond cocktail ring. Lively violetish-blue, high brilliance, oval faceted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

11.44 Carat Morganite Pendant Necklace
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Elegant morganite diamond pendant. High lustre, transparent, pear brilliant-cut, natural salmon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold

13MM Golden South Sea Pearl Earrings
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
high brilliance round diamonds. Handcrafted dangling earrings assembles in 18 karats white gold with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

5.80 Carat Emerald Necklace Earrings Set
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
natural emeralds accented with round briilant cut diamonds. Handcrafted set assembled in 14 karats white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

18.33 Carat Ceylon Unheated Sapphire Ring
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Glamorous unheated sapphire diamond cocktail ring. Lively "cornflower blue", Ceylon origin, high
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

7.87 Carat Tourmaline Rubellite Cocktail Ring
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Glamorous tourmaline diamond cocktail ring. High lustre, transparent, deep reddish-pink, 7.87
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Fantasy Style Pair of White 14 Karat Gold Ear Pendants
Located in Montreal, QC
diamonds, average weight of each diamond is 0.22-0.30 carat, total of 6.60 carats. Measures 3.20 x 6 mm to
Category

1980s Canadian Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

GIA Ruby Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
, lively color ruby, accented with sparkling round brilliant cut diamonds with basket design back
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

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Used Diamonds Canada For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the used diamonds canada you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect used diamonds canada may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing used diamonds canada — no matter the origin — is easy, but Birks, Thesis Gems and Jewelry and TJD each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A used diamonds canada can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 18, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also french cut cut and octagon cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a used diamonds canada for sale for women should be easy, but there are 10 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Used Diamonds Canada?

The price for a used diamonds canada starts at $852 and tops out at $14,825 with these rings, on average, selling for $5,500.

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.  

Questions About Used Diamonds Canada
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    Yes, Canada Goose uses fake fur now. In 2021, the luxury fashion brand announced it would phase out genuine fur entirely by the end of 2022. However, you can still find Canada Goose jackets trimmed in genuine fur for sale on trusted online resale platforms. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Canada Goose outerwear and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Cartier exclusively uses diamonds from classes D through H to ensure that the gemstones are colorless and have little or no fluorescence. Their high standards contribute to the quality of the luxury jewelry maker's pieces. Shop a collection of Cartier diamonds from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Rolex only employs the greatest melee diamonds. Only diamonds with a clarity of at least IF and color between D and G are used in their products. On 1stDibs, find a variety of bejeweled Rolex watches today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Rolex uses only the highest quality diamonds in their watches and compares these stones against certified master stones. They are the most colorless, so in ranges D to G.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
    Yes, diamonds are used in watches. Many watches contain bearings crafted out of lab-made jewels, which minimize friction and support more accurate timekeeping. In some cases, makers use lab-made diamonds for these features. Watchmakers may also set decorative diamonds into the bezel or bracelet to enhance the visual appeal of their timepieces. Some makers well-known for their diamond watches include Graff, Chopard, Jacob Co., Piaget, Hublot, Cartier and Bulgari. Shop a collection of diamond watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    Yes, Hublot uses real diamonds. Many of the Swiss watchmaker's timepieces feature genuine diamond accents. One luxurious example is the Classic Fusion High Jewellery 2023 watch, which is set with 421 baguette-cut diamonds offset by a black alligator leather strap. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Hublot watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Rolex uses only the highest quality melee diamonds with between D and G in color and IF in clarity. Every diamond is tested individually to make sure it is real.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    Yes, Effy uses real diamonds. In fact, the American jewelry maker is highly selective about the gemstones that go into its pieces. Diamonds must meet strict quality standards and come from ethical sources to be utilized by the brand. Find a selection of Effy jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Rolex uses some of the highest quality diamonds available. The diamonds used in its products must rank IF or above in clarity and between D-G in coloring. Shop a range of authentic Rolex timepieces from the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    Yes, Pandora does use real diamonds. However, the diamonds featured in pieces made by the jewelry brand are lab-grown rather than mined. Lab-created diamonds are identical to natural diamonds in terms of their composition, but they are generally more affordable because they are human-made. Shop a collection of Pandora jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Omega uses real diamonds in its watch designs. Modern timepieces feature Top Wesselton diamonds. The brand only chooses ones with VVS ratings to ensure clarity. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of Omega watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Yes, Cartier uses real diamonds for its jewelry. Only the finest quality diamonds with little or no fluorescence are chosen for the French luxury brand's rings, necklaces, earrings and bracelets. The majority of Cartier diamonds also come from Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC)-certified sources, attesting to the fact that they were sustainably acquired. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    Yes, Bulgari uses real diamonds. In fact, the luxury jewelry maker is well-known for adorning its jewelry with diamonds that meet high color, clarity and cut standards. Many diamonds featured in Bulgari jewelry carry GIA certification, indicating that they meet quality standards established by the Gemological Institute of America. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Bulgari diamond jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    No, Monet does not typically use real diamonds. Monet produces costume jewelry out of visually appealing yet affordable materials. Most Monet pieces that appear to be set with diamonds actually feature glass or acrylic rhinestones. Shop a selection of vintage Monet jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    No, Breitling doesn’t use natural diamonds in their watches as of the fall of 2022. At that time, the luxury watchmaker switched from gemstones sourced from nature to artisanal laboratory-made diamonds. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Breitling watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Cartier does indeed use real diamonds for its rings. Cartier chooses only gems with little or no fluorescence, and sources most of its diamonds from RJC-certified companies. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Cartier jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Judith Ripka does indeed use real diamonds. The luxury jewelry brand currently uses mined diamonds for its designs, but will slowly shift to lab-created or cultured diamonds for its pieces in the future. Shop a collection of Judith Ripka jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Roberto Coin uses real diamonds. Roberto Coin is committed to using fair-trade diamonds and has a zero-tolerance policy towards the use of conflict diamonds. All Roberto Coin diamonds are certified by the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS) as coming from legitimate sources. Shop a collection of Roberto Coin diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    Yes, Louis Vuitton does use real diamonds for some of its pieces. Jewelry from the French luxury fashion house's fine jewelry collection features genuine diamond gemstones that it sources in rough form and then cuts in-house to ensure quality. Pieces from the Louis Vuitton fashion jewelry collection normally don't feature diamonds. Instead, they are typically set with crystals. Find a diverse assortment of Louis Vuitton jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    No, Miriam Haskell typically didn't use real diamonds. The American jewelry designer produced costume jewelry that rivaled the beauty of fine jewelry pieces but featured less expensive materials. As a result, Miriam Haskell earrings, necklaces, rings, bracelets and brooches usually feature glass rather than real gemstones. Explore a selection of Miriam Haskell jewelry on 1stDibs.