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Emerald Tassel Chain Necklace With Diamonds Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:12.411g,D:2.40ct, Emer:89.56ct,Thre:0.04g,length-762
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Shaped Pink Tourmaline Stud Earrings With Amethyst Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:6.260g,D:0.27ct, Amet:1.32ct,Tour:3.41ct,size-19X14 MM
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Snow Flake Diamond Pendant Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:1.88gms,,Dia:0.51cts
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ice Diamond Minimal Pendant With White Diamonds Made In 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:1.544g,D:2.73ct,size-20X10 MM
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Pave Diamond Snake Ring Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:2.792g,D:0.31ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Aquamarine Cocktails Ring With Diamonds Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:7.050g,D:0.49ct, Aqua:5.39ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Brown Pave Diamond Ball Tunnel Earrings Made in 18k Gold Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
materials to create a unique and sophisticated piece of jewelry. The earrings feature a round ball shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Gorgeous Tanzanite Pearl Necklace With Diamonds Made In 14k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Necklace, 14k Gold Jewelry, Statement Gemstone Necklace, Luxury Fine Jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Tanzanite, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tribal Style Carved Onyx Coral Beaded Necklace With Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
. A unique and stunning jewelry piece for any occasion Diamond:4.96ct, Silver:11.52gm, Coral:308.60
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Medieval Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Silver

Ruby Polki Diamond Band Ring with Pave Diamonds Made in 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
addition to any jewelry collection and would be a perfect choice for a special occasion or as a gift for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tribal Style Beaded Necklace with Onyx Black Agate Blue with Diamond Spacer
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Spacer. Perfect for those who love bold statement jewelry that exudes confidence and style
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Medieval Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Onyx, Silver

Pear Shaped Pendant with VS Diamonds Made in 14k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
of jewelry. The pendant features a pear-shaped design, beautifully crafted in 14k yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Polki Diamond Earring Set with Emerald Pearl Made in Gold Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This earring set with emerald and pearl made in gold and silver is a piece of jewelry that features
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Sapphire Diamond Statement Triangle Dangle Earrings 18KT Gold Silver 11.99ct
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
silhouette that catches the light beautifully, ideal for anyone seeking bold, elegant jewelry with modern
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold

Beads Diamonds Chandelier Earrring Made in 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Earrings, 18k White Gold Jewelry, Statement Drop Earrings, Luxury Fine Jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Oval Shaped Two Tier Sapphire Dangle Earrings With Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Jewelry Sliced Sapphire Earrings, Gold & Silver Earrings, Diamond Dangle Earrings, Designer Gemstone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Native Style Carved Green Black Onyx Beaded Necklace with Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
glittering diamonds for a touch of elegance . Upgrade your jewelry collection today with this one-of-a-kind
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Silver

Tanzanite Stone with Pave Diamond Set Bracelet Made in 18k Gold Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
, Special Events Tanzanite Diamond Bracelet, 18k Gold & Silver Jewelry, Pave Diamond Bracelet, Luxury
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Silver, Gold, 18k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Victrola Phonograph Stanhope NYC Charm #17885
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Victrola Phonograph Stanhope NYC Charm Let your style hit all the right notes with
Category

20th Century Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tapered designer Ice Diamonds Dangle Earrings Made In 18k rose gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Earrings, Rose Gold Long Earrings, Tapered Diamond Jewelry, Designer Statement Earrings, Luxury
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Pear Shaped Ice Diamond Studs Made in 18k Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
with classic luxury, making them a versatile addition to any fine jewelry collection. Metal Details
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Ruby Dangle Earrings With Pave Diamonds Made in 18k Gold Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
, Wedding, Red Carpet Ruby Dangle Earrings, Pave Diamond Earrings, Gold & Silver Jewelry, Statement
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Ice Diamond Beads Earrings with Pave Diamonds Made in 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
diamonds are the most popular choices for diamond jewelry. The combination of the gleaming gold and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Dangle Earring With Center Stone Pearl With Pink Tourmaline Pave Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Tourmaline Earrings, Pave Diamond Jewelry, Statement Gemstone Earrings, 18k Gold Fine Jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Blossom Shaped Earring with Center Stone Pearl Pave Diamonds in Gold Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
become a favorite in your jewelry box. 14k:1.96g, Diamond:4.26ct, Silver:14.76gm, Pearl:7.30ct Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver, Gold

Tribal Style Carved Agate Onyx Beaded Necklace with Diamonds Made in Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Enhance your jewelry collection with this stunning Tribal Style Carved Agate & Onyx Beaded Necklace
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Medieval Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Onyx, Silver

Snow Flakes Shaped Earrings With Emeralds Pave Diamonds In Gold Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
your jewelry box. So, don't wait and grab your pair now! 14k:6.1g, Diamond:3.26ct, Silver:8.57gm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Rhombus Shaped Blue Sapphire Earrings with Pave Diamonds in 18k Gold Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Add some sophistication to your jewelry collection with these Rhombus Shaped Blue Sapphire Earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Heart Shaped Dangle Earrings with Pave Diamonds Made in Gold Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
earrings a must-have for any jewelry lover. So why wait? Add these stunning earrings to your collection
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Marquise Shaped Mother Of Pearl Pendant WIth Ruby Daimonds Made In 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18K:1.84g,D:0.350ct, ,MOP:2.400ct,RUBY:0.425ct,,,,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold

Evil Eye Diamond Charm Pendant Made In 14k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14KT:2.892g,D:0.31ct, Enam:0.02g,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Snake Picture Enamel Pendant With Diamonds Made In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:5.154g,D:0.03ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Multi Sapphire Mushroom Enamel Pendant Made In 14k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14KT:6.284g, Sapp:0.45ct,Enam:0.11g,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Pink Enamel Moon Pendant With Diamonds Made In 14k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:5.364g,D:0.19ct, Enam:0.10g,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Multi Sapphire White Enameled Mushroom Pendant Made In 14K Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14KT:6.610g, Sapp:0.47ct,Enam:0.16g,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Vivid Blue Topaz Cocktail Ring Accented With Diamonds In 10k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
10KT:5.342g,D:0.15ct, Topa:33.93ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Topaz, Diamond, Blue Topaz, White Gold

Pear Shaped Emerald Sapphire Cocktail Ring Accented With Center Emerald
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:6.505g,D:0.36ct, Emer:3.56ct,Sapp:2.14ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Diamond Ruby Cocktail Ring Made In 18k Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:5.582g,D:1.50ct, Ruby:2.42ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Octagon Shaped Tourmaline Cocktail Ring With Diamonds Made In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:10.622g,D:0.03ct, Tour:23.13ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Tourmaline, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Enamel Band Ring With Center Diamond Made In 14k Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14KT:3.468g,D:0.12ct, Enam:0.10g,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Aquamarine Ring WIth Diamonds Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:4.760g,D:0.39ct, Aqua:6.43ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Multi Colored Cushion Shaped Sliced Ice Diamond Earrings Made in 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
striking and eye-catching piece of jewelry. 18k:9.5g, Diamond:7.56ct Size: 41X13MM"
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Scorpio Zodiac Ring With Diamonds Made In 14K Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14KT:9.854g,D:0.09ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ice Diamond Blue Sapphire Spiral Ring Made In 18k Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18k:5.42g,D:4.35Ct, SAPPHIRE BLUE:0.6Cts
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Aquamarine Cocktail Ring With Tanzanite Diamonds Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:4.406g,D:0.26ct, Aqua:5.38ct,Tanz:0.21ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Aquamarine, Tanzanite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pear Shaped Blue Sapphire Diamond Between The Finger Ring In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:3.142g,D:0.63ct, Sapp:0.99ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ice Diamond Studs Earrings With Pave Diamonds Made In 18k Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18kt:4.67gm,D:2.67ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Vivid Blue Topaz Ring With Diamonds Made In 18Kt White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:2.402g,D:0.15ct, TOPA:1.79ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

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

Doublet Opal Flower Ring With Emerald Diamonds Made In 18K White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:13.403g,D:1.55ct, Emer:1.11ct,Opal:6.55ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tanzanite Solitaire Ring With Diamonds Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:2.836g,D:0.06ct, TANZ:1.32ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Tanzanite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring Accented With Diamonds Made In 18K Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:3.532g, Diamond:0.19ct, Sapphire:2.06ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rainbow Sapphire Tennis Bracelet Made In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:9.460g, Sapp:18.75ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Moonstone Ring Accented With Baguette Topaz Diamonds Made In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:4.704g,D:0.08ct, Moon:1.21ct,Topa:2.26ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Moonstone, Topaz, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Heart Shaped Tourmaline Ring With Sapphire Diamonds Made In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:3.228g,D:0.27ct, Sapp:0.37ct,Tour:0.63ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Sapphire, Tourmaline, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tourmaline Diamond Ring With Pink Enamel Made In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:3.950g,D:0.16ct, Tour:0.89ct,Enam:0.06g,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Tourmaline, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Multi GemStone Pendant Necklace With Diamonds Made in 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:5.748g,D:0.21ct, Aqua:0.87ct,Ioli:0.26ct,Labr:1.21ct,Sapp
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, White Gold

Blue Zirconia Diamond Halo Studs Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:5.056g,D:2.270ct, ,BLUE ZIRCON:7.100ct,,,,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Used Jewelry Nyc

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

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Used Jewelry Nyc For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact used jewelry nyc you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 68 vintage or 437 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect used jewelry nyc 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. Creating a used jewelry nyc has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Artisan NYC, AB Jewelry NYC and Alex Soldier are consistently popular. A used jewelry nyc can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 343, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and rose cut versions for sale. Most of our used jewelry nyc for sale are for women, but there are 142 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Used Jewelry Nyc?

Prices for a used jewelry nyc can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $60 and can go as high as $134,400, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,267.

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.