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18K Yellow Gold Diamonds Ring from Golden Dunes Collection
Located in TORONTO - Vaughan, ON
. Handcrafted and made in Canada, using high quality diamonds. Certified by CGA & GIA Appraiser. Metal: 18kt
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Art Nouveau Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.66 Carat Diamond Drop Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold with Palladium Alloy
Located in Montreal, Quebec
2.66cts Diamond Drop Necklace in 18Kt White Gold with Palladium Alloy. Comes on an 17 inches chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Palladium

18 Karat Yellow White Gold Diamonds Double-Sided Cufflinks
By Volund
Located in Vancouver, CA
Lion cufflinks in 18K gold and diamonds are a must have accessory for a refined, luxurious man
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ecksand 14k White Gold Twisted Flower Pearl Ring with Diamond Halo
By Ecksand
Located in Montreal, QC
features a romantic floral design. It features a natural Akoya pearl at its center. The natural diamond
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2010s Canadian Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ecksand 18k Rose Gold Twisted Flower Pearl Ring With Diamond Halo
By Ecksand
Located in Montreal, QC
features a romantic floral design. It features a natural Akoya pearl at its center. The natural diamond
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2010s Canadian Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18K White Gold Black Tahitian Pearl Diamonds Ring
Located in TORONTO - Vaughan, ON
and made in Canada, using high quality diamonds. Certified by CGA & GIA Appraiser. Certified by CGA
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Art Nouveau Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Aimee Kennedy, Rose Cut Padparadscha Sapphire and Diamond Ring with Leaf Detail
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Gold leaves curl up to hold this peach .5ct rose cut sapphire, with accent Canadian diamonds. The
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold

14k Yellow Gold Starry Sky Curb Link Band Ring, Natural Black Diamonds
Located in Toronto, ON
diamonds along the links. With an interlocking chainlink-inspired silhouette, our Starry Sky Curb Link Band
Category

2010s Canadian Art Deco Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Black Diamond, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Starry Sky Curb Link Band Ring, Natural White Diamonds
Located in Toronto, ON
diamonds along the links. With an interlocking chainlink-inspired silhouette, our Starry Sky Curb Link Band
Category

2010s Canadian Art Deco Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold

Ecksand 18k Rose Gold Bright Pink Tourmaline Ring With Side Diamonds
By Ecksand
Located in Montreal, QC
centre framed by two elegant baguette diamonds and a cluster of smaller round cut stones, this ring was
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Ecksand 18k Rose Gold Diamond Butterfly Necklace with Pink Sapphire Pavé
By Ecksand
Located in Montreal, QC
butterfly necklace features a vibrant pink sapphire pavé. The natural diamonds are set in rose gold to suit
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamonds Yellow Citrine Drop Style Pendant 14K Yellow Gold
Located in TORONTO - Vaughan, ON
, Handcrafted and made in Canada, using high quality diamonds and gemstones. Certified by CGA & GIA Appraiser
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Art Nouveau Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum Purple Spinel and Diamond Ring, by Gloria Bass
Located in Westmount, CA
shimmering diamonds set in platinum band, is a piece that you will cherish everyday hereafter. An heirloom
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, Platinum

18 Karat Yellow White Gold Diamonds Double-Sided Cufflinks
By Volund
Located in Vancouver, CA
Wolf cufflinks in 18K yellow and white gold set with diamonds. Featuring detailed sculptural front
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Aimee Kennedy, 1.85 Carat Black Rose Cut Diamond 14 Karat Gold Hammered Ring
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Rustic statement ring with signature hammered texture and a 1.85 carat rose cut black diamond set
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Black Diamond, 14k Gold

14k Gold Alice Star Moon Pear Cut Amethys Diamond Magic Engagement Ring
Located in Toronto, ON
natural diamonds create a celestial symphony, illuminating your love story. - Made in 14k solid gold, set
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2010s Canadian Art Deco Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold

14k Yellow Gold Natural Morganite Diamond Love Swan Engagement Ring
Located in Toronto, ON
Swan Ring features solid gold swan sets with natural diamonds on the body; blend seamlessly into the
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2010s Canadian Art Deco Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Endless Love Natural Green Sapphire Diamond Moon Halo Ring, 14k Gold
Located in Toronto, ON
diamonds from North to South of the center green sapphire. Two high polished doom moons are placed on both
Category

2010s Canadian Art Deco Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Green Sapphire, 14k Gold

14k Yellow Gold Pear Cut Natural Diamond Love Swan Engagement Ring
Located in Toronto, ON
and eternal devotion. The swans, beautifully sculpted on either side of the ring with diamonds set on
Category

2010s Canadian Art Deco Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Pearl and Diamond Lily Ring by Franny E
By Franny E Fine Jewelry
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
and three diamonds set on the petals. Much like the florals that inspire them, each lily is unique and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

14k Yellow Gold Serene Lagoon Ring, Natural Aquamarine Diamond
Located in Toronto, ON
aquamarine and forever love diamond set in a wide half-round ring shank. A natural octagon-cut aquamarine is
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Natural Pink Sapphire Diamond Pavé Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Toronto, ON
crowd of brilliant white diamonds for the highest brilliance. Evoke your fairy-tale world with all the
Category

2010s Canadian Art Deco Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Natural Blue Sapphire Diamond Pavé Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Toronto, ON
crowd of brilliant white diamonds for the highest brilliance. Evoke your fairy-tale world with all the
Category

2010s Canadian Art Deco Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Natural Blue Sapphire Diamond Twist Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Toronto, ON
diamonds attends the delicate center stone in twist wire style halo for the highest brilliance. Evoke your
Category

2010s Canadian Art Deco Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Diamonds Akoya Pearls Dangle Earrings Symbolic
By Volund
Located in Vancouver, CA
Lion earrings in 18K gold and platinum, set with diamonds and Japanese Akoya pearls. Fully sculpted
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Five Row Tube Natural Brown White Diamond Bracelet in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Westmount, CA
Colorful fun natural brown and white brilliant cut diamonds bracelet in 18kt white gold. A bracelet
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2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

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

Hestia Modern Joy Baguette Diamond White Gold Drop Earrings
By Hestia Jewels
Located in Toronto, Ontario
18K White Gold Drop Earrings with Round and Baguette Cut Diamonds Gross Weight: 3.67 Gold Weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ekos Gem 14K White Gold 3.58ct TW Diamonds Dangle Pendant Earrings
Located in Thornhill, CA
Ekos Gem 14K White Gold 3.58ct TW Diamonds Dangle Pendant Earrings. Elevate your elegance with
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Six-Claw Solitaire Round Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in White Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Six-claw solitaire round cut diamond engagement ring. Center diamond 1.51ct, G SI1 GIA#51518987666
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2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Ring Multi Shape Emerald Cut White Gold Eternity Ring Wedding Band
Located in Toronto, ON
Diamond Ring Multi Shape Emerald Cut 18k White Gold 3.9 ct Eternity Wedding Ring This Diamond Ring
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2010s Canadian Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Briolette Amethyst Diamond Chandelier Grape Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Westmount, CA
A pair of fun chandelier grape earrings in 18kt white gold with diamonds and 58 briolette amethyst
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2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Yellow Sapphire Diamond, Starfish Puff Earrings in 18 Kt White Gold
Located in Westmount, CA
natural white diamonds with a straight post and omega clip system. 120 yellow sapphires 4.85ct total
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2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

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

Natural Pink Sapphire Diamond, Starfish Puff Earrings in 18 Kt White Gold
Located in Westmount, CA
diamonds with a staright post and omega clip system. 120 natural pink sapphires 4.85ct total weighty 50
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2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Turquoise Natural White Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Westmount, CA
A pair of 18kt white gold oval turquoise earrings set with natural white diamonds with straight
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2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ecksand 18k Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl Ring with Diamond Pavé
By Ecksand
Located in Montreal, QC
Tahitian Pearl Ring with Diamond Pavé: Pearl of a girl. This Ecksand Pure Pearl black pearl ring is
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Trillion Sapphire and Oval Motif Diamond Bracelet on 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Westmount, CA
diamonds. Perfect for everyday with a little splash of colour. 11 trillion cut natural blue sapphires
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2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Rose Gold Art Deco Baguette Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Toronto, CA
design. A richly toned rectangular ruby is complemented with a dainty baguette diamond. Set around a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Art Deco Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Natural Pink Sapphire Natural Diamond Checkerboard Earring in 18kt White Gold
Located in Westmount, CA
A pair of 18kt white gold, natural pink sapphire and natural diamond checkerboard earrings with
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2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ecksand 18k Yellow Gold Imperial Topaz Ring with Side Diamonds
By Ecksand
Located in Montreal, QC
Imperial Topaz Ring With Side Diamonds: Come into bloom. This Eckand Blossom ring is inspired by
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2010s Canadian Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Imperial Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ecksand 18k Rose Gold Green Sapphire Wedding Ring with Diamond Pavé
By Ecksand
Located in Montreal, QC
crafted to last a lifetime. It is crowned by an exquisite natural green sapphire. The delicate diamond
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

White and Rose Gold Diamond Flower Ring
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Flower ring in 14kt rose and white gold featuring a 0.70ct K VS1 round brilliant center diamond and
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold South Sea White Pearl Diamonds Ring
Located in TORONTO - Vaughan, ON
and made in Canada, using high quality diamonds. Certified by CGA & GIA Appraiser. Certified by CGA
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Art Nouveau Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds Yellow Sapphires Yellow Citrines South Sea Golden Pearl
Located in TORONTO - Vaughan, ON
and made in Canada, using high quality diamonds and gemstones. Certified by CGA & GIA Appraiser
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Art Deco Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold South Sea Golden Pearl Diamonds Ring
Located in TORONTO - Vaughan, ON
and made in Canada, using high quality diamonds. Certified by CGA & GIA Appraiser. Certified by CGA
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Art Nouveau Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

5.39ct Pink Tourmaline, Green Tsavorite and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18kt White
Located in Westmount, CA
tourmaline surrounded by a row of brilliant cut diamonds and then below that encrusted with green tsavorite
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Tsavorite, 18k Gold

0.7ct east-west oval diamond ring in 14k yellow gold
Located in Montréal, QC
Engagement ring in 14k yellow gold set east-west with natural diamonds. The ring on the photos is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Artist Used Diamonds Canada

Quartz and Diamond Mixed Metal Cuff Bracelet by Franny E
By Franny E Fine Jewelry
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
This one-of-a-kind cuff bracelet features a beautiful transparent quartz with two diamonds on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Sterling Silver, Bronze, Mixed Metal

Ekos Gem 18 Carat White Gold and Diamond Butterfly Stud Earrings
Located in Thornhill, CA
Ekos Gem 18 Carat White Gold and Diamond Butterfly Stud Earrings. Materials: 18K yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Earrings Diana in White Gold Handcrafted
Located in Toronto, ON
18k White Gold and Oval Cut Natural Royal Blue Sapphire surrounded by a halo of natural diamonds in
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Natural Pink Sapphire Natural Diamond Flower Earring in 18kt White Gold
Located in Westmount, CA
A pair of 18kt white gold, natural pink sapphire and natural diamond earrings with a beautiful
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2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

10k Rose Gold The Love Voice Charm Necklace, Natural Diamonds .18t.c.w
Located in Toronto, ON
letter charm featuring three natural round brilliant cut white diamonds. Detailed with top flap and
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2010s Canadian Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

18k White Gold Heart Shaped Aquamarine Pendant with Diamond
Located in Westmount, CA
stone, set in Gloria’s signature coil work made from 18k white gold and beset with a sparkling diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k Gold Pearl and Diamond Lily Earring Studs by Franny E
By Franny E Fine Jewelry
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
pearl and three diamonds set on the petals. Much like the florals that inspire them, each lily is unique
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Ecksand 18k Rose Gold Pink Sapphire Cocktail Ring with Diamond Pavé
By Ecksand
Located in Montreal, QC
Pink Sapphire Cocktail Ring With Diamond Pavé: Step into the spotlight. This ring from Ecksand's
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2010s Canadian Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Kat Florence Unheated 1.36 Carat Kashmir Sapphire and Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Located in Fuquay Varina, NC
white gold with .90 carat total weight diamonds flawless - VVS clarity, D-E Color making this a one of a
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2010s Canadian Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

JENNIFER SHIGETOMI Five Channel Set Diamonds in Gold Satin Finish Wavy Ring
Located in Kennebunkport, ME
A beautiful 14K satin finish yellow gold wavy ring with 5 diamonds in a channel setting, equi
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20th Century Canadian Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold

14k White Gold Oval Sapphire Diamond Love Swan Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Toronto, ON
and eternal devotion. The swans are beautifully sculpted on either side of the ring with diamonds set
Category

2010s Canadian Art Deco Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White 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 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 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 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 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.