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80s Onyx Diamond Bracelet Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 7.5" Triangle V Link Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed vintage onyx & diamond bracelet crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

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

Superb 1970s Fred Paris Onyx Sapphire Diamond Gold Cuff Bracelet
By Fred
Located in New York, NY
sapphires, mounted on a scaled 18kt yellow gold cuff, highlighted with diamonds and onyx elements. Circa
Category

Vintage 1970s French Cuff Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Craig Drake Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Onyx 18 Karat Gold Cuff Bracelet
By Craig Drake
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cuff bracelet is comprised of hour glass shaped links alternating with chestnut shaped links
Category

1990s Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Go...

Onyx Diamond Coral Emerald Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Sapphire Diamond Two Color Gold Bracelet Ref: LU51932036873 Luise Queenly Pearl Onyx Mother of Pearl
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Retro Dome Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Panthere Pelage 18k White Gold Diamond Black Onyx Band Ring Estate Jewel
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
+ tax. The Panthere Pelage ring is made of 18 karat white gold, diamond and black onyx. The diamonds
Category

1990s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Coral Onyx Diamond Platinum Engraved Link Gemstone Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Tested as platinum with white gold findings. Circa: 1930s. Bracelet Size: 6 3/4 inch circumference. Width
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Snazzy 27.24 Carat Diamond, Large Tanzanite, Onyx Emerald 18K Panther Bracelet
Located in Tustin, CA
Very stylish and snazzy, ladies 18 karat white gold diamond and onyx panther motif clamper bracelet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Clamper Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bvlgari Lucea Ladies White Gold Black Dial Diamond Onyx Set Watch B&P LUW16G
By Bulgari
Located in Mayfair, London, London
gold case engraved with "BVLGARI", an 18k white gold jewellery style bracelet with alternating onyx set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco French Cut Onyx Diamond Platinum Line Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous onyx and diamond line bracelet from the Art Deco era (ca1920)! This beautiful platinum
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Marina B. French 1986 Citrine Diamond Onyx Pearl 18 Karat Gold Station Bracelet
By Marina B
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a multi-strand bracelet with a geometric central station featuring an emerald cut
Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Piaget Octagonal Case Vintage Men s 18k White Gold Onyx Dial
By Piaget
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 30 mm 18k White Gold Octagonal Case Vintage Men's Wristwatch, black onyx dial, a fixed 18k white
Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style 2.12 Carat White Diamond Opal Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
message to solve the problem. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.07 Carats of White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style 2.12 Carat White Diamond Opal Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
message to solve the problem. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.07 Carats of White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style 2.12 Carat White Diamond Opal Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
message to solve the problem. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.07 Carats of White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style 2.21 Carat White Diamond Opal Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.16 Carats of White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style 2.21 Carat White Diamond Opal Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.16 Carats of White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style 2.21 Carat White Diamond Opal Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.16 Carats of White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond, Onyx and Ruby Le Baiser Du Dragon Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A unique 18k white gold diamond ruby and onyx Cartier necklace from the Le Baiser Du Dragon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Piaget Lady s Yellow and White Gold Diamond Quartz Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Boca Raton, FL
white and yellow gold with diamonds (factory) Dial: 18k yellow gold with diamonds and black Onyx and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

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

Asprey Onyx Diamond Gold Hoop Ear Clips
By Asprey International Limited
Located in New York, NY
This modern pair of 18kt white gold Asprey signed hoop ear clips feature alternating black onyx and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx

Cartier Diamond Gold Panther Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
CARTIER Panther Bracelet in white gold and diamonds, signed and numbered 42003B, length 17,5cm (45
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold

Black Onyx and Pave Diamond Hinged Cubist Bangle
Located in New York, NY
Pave Diamonds. The hinged underside of the Bracelet is polished 18kt Yellow Gold. Marked 750 Very
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Panthere Cuff Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Cartier Panther head cuff bracelet consisting of 18k white gold Gold, Diamonds, Emeralds & Onyx
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Scarab Ring, 18 Karat White Gold, 1 Onyx 22.40 Carat 2 Diamonds 0.49 Carat tw/si
By Colleen B. Rosenblat
Located in Hamburg, DE
times. Whether worn as a bracelet, earrings or a ring, they make a wonderful talisman for yourself, or
Category

2010s German Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Black Onyx Gold Bead Bracelet 18k French Retro Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Circa 1950s black onyx and gold bead bracelet made in France. The bracelet is designed as a Tubogas
Category

Vintage 1950s French Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

Onyx, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Cartier White Gold Panthère de Cartier Bracelet N6706219
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k white gold diamond cuff bracelet by Cartier from the Panthère de Cartier collection. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Diamond, Onyx and Ruby Le Baiser Du Dragon Necklace 2.86 Carat
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A unique 18k white gold diamond ruby and onyx Cartier necklace from the Le Baiser Du Dragon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Cartier White Gold Panthere De Cartier Bracelet 4.13ct H6001017
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An exceptional Cartier 18k white gold diamond, onyx and emerald bracelet from the Panthere de
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bulgari Hardstone and Diamond I. D. Bracelet
Located in San Antonio, TX
18 karat gold I. D. bracelet, set with Coral Turquoise, Onyx, and diamonds.. Signed BULGARI P112.
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian More Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, White Diamond

Cartier Panthere 18 Karat Gold Full Diamond Pave, Emeralds, and Onyx Link Brace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Presented within the “Panthère” collection by Cartier, this luxurious 18K white gold bracelet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Estate Michael Bondenza White Diamond Bracelet in 18k and Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Michael Bendenza bracelet with 42 good quality white diamond rounds weighing 1.29 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Rare Ladies Piaget Diamond and Onyx Ref. 95785 A6 Watch
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
. Secured with a 18K white gold folding clasp. Dial and 7 Inch Bracelet Hallmarked and stamped 750. All
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

6.9 Carat Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
. Crafted with 18K white gold, the bracelet is 6.5mm wide and 173mm long, making it the perfect accessory
Category

Antique Early 1900s Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

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

Art Nouveau White Diamond Ruby Sapphire Emerald Tourmaline Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
2.50 Carats of White Modern Round Cut Diamonds. This Bracelet has 6.50 Carats of Rubies, Emeralds and
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Retro Bracelets

Materials

Agate, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Fre...

Cartier Panther White Gold Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Panther Bracelet 18k White Gold. Length 7.5 Inches 43 grams Weight 8.3 mm width Hallmarked
Category

2010s French Link Bracelets

Materials

White Gold

14k white gold diamond "Art Deco" inspired bracelet with multi color stones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k white gold diamond "Art Deco" inspired bracelet, containing 226 round full cut diamonds; color
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold

Boucheron Vintage Bracelet Turquoise Diamond White Gold French Estate Jewelry
By Boucheron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A gorgeous Boucheron vintage bracelet, made of 18k white gold, turquoise, rock crystal and diamond
Category

Vintage 1980s French Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. Bracelet Gold Mother-of-Pearl Black Onyx Hematite Bangle
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
karat yellow gold and inlayed with mother-of-pearl, black onyx and hematite. The bangle bracelet is 1/2
Category

Vintage 1980s American Bangles

Materials

Hematite, Onyx, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Panthere De Cartier Diamond and Emerald Bracelet 15.74 Carat
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An exquisite 18k white gold diamond, emerald and onyx Cartier bracelet from the Panthere De Cartier
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rare 18ct White Gold Bvlgari Charm Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
Bvlgari Charm Bracelet Bvlgari rare discontinued collectors 18ct White Gold, Five Charm Bracelet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

60s Vintage Black Cat Charm Diamond Eyes Onyx Kitty 14k Gold Pendant Animal
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage black cat charm crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1960s). Black onyx
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Diamond Black Curved Onyx Bangle in 18 Karat Yellow Gold 73 Gram Estate
Located in New York, NY
Diamond & Black Curved Onyx Bangle in 18 Karat Yellow Gold 73 Gram Estate 6.75" Weight of the
Category

1990s Retro Bracelets

Materials

Black Diamond, Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Le Baiser Du Dragon Diamond Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
A chic Cartier bracelet from the Le Baiser du Dragon collection carefully crafted in 18k white gold
Category

Early 2000s Bangles

Materials

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

Art Deco 9.19cts Diamond and 6.69cts Ruby Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
. Crafted with 18K white gold, the bracelet is 6.5 mm wide and 173 mm long, making it the perfect accessory
Category

Antique Early 1900s Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold

Boucheron Paris 1930 Art Deco Bangle Bracelet in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Onyx
By Boucheron
Located in Miami, FL
white and black onyx creating the magnificent contrast typical of the art deco pieces from this period
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bangles

Materials

Coral, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panther Diamond Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An iconic and rare Cartier Paris diamond bracelet with emerald eyes and onyx collar, mounted on
Category

Vintage 1970s French Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx

Natural Pink Diamond Panther Rose Gold Cuff Bracelet
Located in Greenwich, CT
world. The splendor of 437 (8.40 carats) natural pink diamonds combined with 141 white, round diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

VAN CLEEF ARPELS 1970 Modernist Bracelet 18Kt Gold With 24.30 Ctw Diamonds
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
fully embellished with four-hundred-eighty-six natural white colorless diamonds and fifty-four carvings
Category

Vintage 1970s French Modernist Link Bracelets

Materials

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

Stephen Webster Jewels Verne 18 Karat White Gold and Gemstone Macabre Bracelet
By Stephen Webster
Located in Southampton, PA
of rhodium-treated 18K white gold and boasts a breathtaking design accented with onyx, 20.93 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Diamond Panther Cuff Bracelet
By Manfredi
Located in Greenwich, CT
white gold, weighing 51.60 grams for a wrist size 6.5-7 inch.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cuff Bracelets

Materials

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

Treasures of Egypt Multi Gemstones Antique Inspired Bracelet in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
style geometric lines. Bracelet Information Metal: 18K White Gold Width: 21 mm. Length:183 mm. Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, W...

Victorian 1880 Bangle Bracelet In 15kt Gold With 14.35 Ctw Rubies And Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
flat prongs settings, with 16 old European rose cut diamonds, 0.80 carats, white colorless F color, VS
Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Carat Gold Cartier Panthere Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat yellow gold bangle bracelet with a panther head at both ends with sapphire eyes, onyx
Category

Vintage 1980s French Bangles

Materials

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

Cartier White Gold Panthère de Cartier Bracelet Size 19 N6706219
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k white gold cuff bracelet by Cartier, from the Panthère de Cartier collection. The piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Nouveau Diamond Ruby Sapphire Emerald Citrine Pearl Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Silver. This Bracelet has 1.80 Carats of White Diamonds. This Bracelet has 0.70 Carats of Black Modern
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Retro Bracelets

Materials

Agate, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Fre...

Art Nouveau Diamond Ruby Sapphire Emerald Aquamarine Pearl Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Silver. This Bracelet has 1.80 Carats of White Diamonds. This Bracelet has 0.70 Carats of Black Modern
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Retro Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Pearl, Cu...

Art Nouveau Diamond Ruby Sapphire Emerald Aquamarine Pearl Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Silver. This Bracelet has 1.80 Carats of White Diamonds. This Bracelet has 0.70 Carats of Black Modern
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Retro Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Pearl, Cu...

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White Gold Diamond And Onyx Bracelet For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact white gold diamond and onyx bracelet you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 40 vintage or 31 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a white gold diamond and onyx bracelet from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic white gold diamond and onyx bracelet over the years, but those made by Cartier, SCALA GIOIELLI and Van Cleef Arpels are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and mixed cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a white gold diamond and onyx bracelet, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a White Gold Diamond And Onyx Bracelet?

The price for a white gold diamond and onyx bracelet starts at $524 and tops out at $206,955 with these bracelets, on average, selling for $11,304.

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.