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14 Karat White Gold 0.39 Carat Diamond Double Row Huggie Earrings
Located in Great neck, NY
These magnificent double row huggie earrings showcase 30 round-cut sparkling white 0.39ct of
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Diamond 1 Inch Long Earrings Cabochon Emeralds weighing 4.70 Carat
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
14 karat white gold hoop drop earrings with cabochon emeralds and pave diamonds are a true statement
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2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Adaptable gold and diamond doorknocker earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of gold and pavé, diamond, day-to-night doorknocker earrings of oblong design, in 18k and
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Late 20th Century Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

18 Karat White Gold Square Shaped Huggie Earrings with 0.75 Cttw Diamonds
By Campanelli Pear
Located in Troy, MI
' set round brilliant diamonds? This winning combination is made from rich 18 karat white gold with 0.22
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

10K White Gold Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Accent Drop Huggy Earring
Located in New York, NY
: Cup Setting Product Gram Weight: 1.71 Grams Metal Type: 10K White Gold Earring Finding: Lever-backs.
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 10k Gold, White Gold

18K Rose White Yellow Gold Diamond 1.95 Carat Intertwining Circle Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
-gold designs and bold pavé diamond earrings are featured in leading fashion magazines and embraced on
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Early 2000s American Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Carrera Y Carrera 18KT White Gold 2.17CT Diamond Taj Mahal Hanging Earrings
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. These 18 karat white gold and diamond
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Early 2000s Spanish Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Two Row Diamond Square Hoops in 14k Solid Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Two Row Diamond Square Hoops 14k Solid Gold Diamond Wedding Hoops Women Studs Light weight can be
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2010s Indian Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

14K Yellow Gold 2.00 Cttw White Treated Blue Diamond Four-Row Omegaback Earrings
Located in New York, NY
pave-set diamonds that total 2.00 carats. Natural white diamonds of H-I color and SI1-SI2 clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

18K White Gold 1.9Ct Red Ruby Diamond Huggie Earrings for Women Fine Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
white gold, ruby measuring approximately 5 mm each, beautifully accented by round brilliant-cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Roman Malakov 0.93 Carat Total Sapphire Diamond Huggie Earrings in White Gold
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
beautiful pavé design in between two rows of round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.30 carat total. Finely
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond 0.78CT 18Karat Yellow Gold Small Pavé Huggies
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Yellow Gold Small Pavé Huggies. These earrings are a testament to the delicate artistry and timeless
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2010s Belgian Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold 1.4ct Diamond Huggies for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
.  Timeless Gold Earrings: Our best-selling hoop diamond earrings were designed with the modern woman in mind
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Pear-Shaped Diamond Huggies in White Gold
Located in New York, NY
. Crafted in 18-karat gold, these huggie hoop earrings are anything but basic, ditching the diamond pave
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Jemma Wynne thin pave Diamond Huggies
By Jemma Wynne
Located in Englewood, NJ
. With 0.24cts of bright white pave diamonds set in 18k yellow gold, our favorite new everyday earrings
Category

2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

14K Solid Gold Diamond Huggies Bezel Set Gold Earring
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Diamond Huggies Bezel Set Gold Earring Spring Season Jewelry Gift Light weight can
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2010s Indian Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Jemma Wynne Wide Pave Diamond Huggies
By Jemma Wynne
Located in Englewood, NJ
favorite. In our signature rich 18k yellow gold and sparkling white pave diamonds, our diamond huggies
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2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Wide Band Huggie Diamond Earrings in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
-Handmade wide band hoop earrings with natural diamonds -Multi-row pavé diamond setting in 14k solid gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Triple line Diamond Huggie Earrings in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
SGL. These triple row hoop earrings feature round brilliant natural diamonds meticulously set in pavé
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

14K Solid Gold Diamond Studded Huggie Earring Handmade
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Diamond Studded Huggie Earring Simple Gold Handmade Earring Gift Light weight can be
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2010s Indian Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Marquise Halo Diamond Huggie Earrings in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
SGL. These rose gold huggie hoops are crafted in 14k solid gold and detailed with natural pear-cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Twin Diamond Huggies Studs Earring 14k Solid Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Twin Diamond Huggies Earring 14k Solid Gold Birthday Wedding Gift Diamond Studs Light weight can be
Category

2010s Indian Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Huggie Earrings for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Simple yet stunning, these diamond huggie hoops are crafted from 14k gold with glittering white
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K Rose Gold Diamond Huggie Earrings for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Simple yet stunning, these diamond huggie hoops are crafted from 14k gold with glittering white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

14K Black Gold 0.10ct Diamond Huggie Earrings for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
generation. Timeless Gold Earrings: Our best-selling huggie hoop diamond earrings were designed with the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold 0.20 Carat Diamond Huggie Earrings
Located in Great neck, NY
Simple yet stunning, these diamond Huggie hoops are crafted from 14k gold with 14 glittering white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Rose Gold 0.20 Carat Diamond Huggie Earrings
Located in Great neck, NY
Simple yet stunning, these diamond Huggie hoops are crafted from 14k gold with 14 glittering white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Jemma Wynne Pave Huggies with Marquis Diamond Drops
By Jemma Wynne
Located in Englewood, NJ
. In our signature rich 18k yellow gold and sparkling white pave diamonds, our diamond huggies will
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2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

14K Rose Gold 0.65ct Diamond Double Row Earrings for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
, these diamond inside out hoops are crafted from 14k gold with 100 glittering natural white approximately
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

BENJAMIN FINE JEWELRY 27.16 cts BEAD Diamond with Pink Pavée 18K Eternity Hoops
By Benjamin Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Pavée Eternity Hoops 18K, White Gold Diamond :27.16 cts Pink Diamond Pavé : 0.46 cts White Diamond Pavé
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Diamond Trinity Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow, rose, and white gold with pave-set Round Brilliant cut Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Roman Malakov 0.56 Carat Multi-Row Diamond Galaxy Earrings in Two-Tone Gold
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
. One row of white gold is accented by a line of melee round cut diamonds, set in a gorgeous pavé
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

0.60 Carat Natural Diamond Chain Style Earrings G-H SI 14k Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Round Cut Diamond Earrings 0.60CT G-H SI 14K Rose Gold, 5 grams, Pave style 7/8 inch in height, 1/4
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2010s American Modernist Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Earrings 18 Karat Gold Blue Sapphires, Diamonds from the Iconic Omles Collection
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Earrings 18kt gold, Blue Sapphires, Diamonds from The Iconic Omles Collection. A Story behind This
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2010s Italian Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Luxle 1.52 Cttw. Natural VS Diamond Earrings in 18K Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Luxle 1.52 Cttw. Diamond Serpentine Hoop Earrings in 18K Ross Gold – a mesmerizing
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2010s Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold

14 Karat Rose Gold 0.39 Carat Diamond Double Row Huggie Earrings
Located in Great neck, NY
diamonds in a pave setting. It is available in your choice of luxurious 14-karat gold and secures with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold 0.39 Carat Diamond Double Row Huggie Earrings
Located in Great neck, NY
These magnificent double row huggie earrings showcase 30 round-cut sparkling white 0.39ct of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Luxle Natural 1/10 Cttw Diamond Huggie Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
22 Round full-cut White Diamonds accentuate this Luxle hoop-style earring manifested on an 18K
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2010s Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold GIA 4.50ctw Oval Sapphire Diamond Large Omega Earrings
By Omega
Located in Montclair, NJ
each (approx.) (84) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - White Color - VS2-SI w
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21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

14K Black 0.05ct Diamond Huggie Earrings for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
generation. Timeless Gold Earrings: Our best-selling huggie hoop diamond earrings were designed with the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond

BENJAMIN FINE JEWELRY 9.71 cts Baguette Emerald 18K Eternity Hoops
By Benjamin Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
18K, White Gold Emerald : 9.71 cts White Diamond Pavé : 2.30 cts Origin : Colombia Treatment
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

BENJAMIN FINE JEWELRY 18.35 cts Oval Blue Sapphire 18K Eternity Hoops
By Benjamin Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Hoops 18K, White Gold Sapphire : 18.35 cts White Diamond Pavé : 0.44 cts Origin : Sri Lanka Certificate
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Emerald-Cut 1.60ct Diamond Huggies for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
.  Timeless Gold Earrings: Our best-selling hoop diamond earrings were designed with the modern woman in mind
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Series Fireball Emerald Mini Earrings
By Series 7.83 Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
A striking fusion of bold geometry and refined brilliance, these 14K gold hoop earrings feature a
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold

White Gold Diamond Pave Inside-Out Hoop Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous 18 Kt White Gold Hoop Drop Earrings ignite with fiery diamond pave. Feel luxurious in
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2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

18K White Gold Hoop Earrings with Diamond Pavé
Located in Bergamo, BG
A contemporary interpretation of classic hoop earrings, this pair is crafted in 18K white gold with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Jemma Wynne Thin Gold Huggies
By Jemma Wynne
Located in Englewood, NJ
. With 0.24cts of bright white pave diamonds set in 18k yellow gold, our favorite new everyday earrings
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2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

18 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Oval Hoop Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 18K White gold Diamonds: round brilliant cut = 2.12cttw Color: I
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Pave Gold Hoop-Drop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely pair of hand-sculpted gold earrings which feature 0.70 carats of bright white pave set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari 18k White Gold Pave Diamond Oblong Hoop Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stunning and substantial, these Bulgari-style hoop earrings feature a domed, tapered silhouette
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold Triple-Hoop Earrings with Central Diamond Pavé
Located in Bergamo, BG
An exquisite pair of hoop earrings crafted in 18K white gold, featuring a contemporary triple-hoop
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Baguette Round Pave 14K White Gold Statement Huggie Hoop Earrings
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
craftsmanship and timeless beauty. 14K White Gold. 0.80 CTW Diamonds.
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Contemporary 18K White Gold Pave Diamond Three Row Dangle Hoop Earrings
Located in Lexington, KY
Pave Diamond Three Row Dangle Hoop Earrings 18k white gold Contemporary- modern 1.28 total carat
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21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold Pave 0.70ctw Diamond In Out Curved Hinged Hoop Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (70) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Estate 18K Rose Gold Pave Brown White Diamond Puffed Heart Hoop Drop Earrings
Located in Winter Springs, FL
): VS2 to SI1 • Diamond Setting: Pavé • Design: Removable puffed heart drops; convertible hoop earrings
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

10.30 Carat Hoop Pave Diamond Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
These exquisite hoop earrings are masterfully crafted in 18K white gold and set with a dazzling
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2010s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Eternal Grace Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Pavé hoop Earrings
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Eternal Grace Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Pavé hoop Earrings The earrings in your image are an
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2010s Greek Retro Chandelier Earrings

Materials

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

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White Gold Diamond Pave Hoop Earring For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate white gold diamond pave hoop earring for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, White Gold and 18k Gold. You can easily find a 23 antique edition and 203 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a white gold diamond pave hoop earring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. A white gold diamond pave hoop earring from LB Exclusive, Cartier and Roman Malakov — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and single cut alternatives. Finding a white gold diamond pave hoop earring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 15 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a White Gold Diamond Pave Hoop Earring?

The price for a white gold diamond pave hoop earring starts at $355 and tops out at $31,000 with these earrings, on average, selling for $3,838.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Earrings for You

In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.

Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.

Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.

While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.

Questions About White Gold Diamond Pave Hoop Earring
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Whether white gold or yellow gold is better for diamond earrings is a matter of personal preference. Due to its cool color, white gold will blend in with diamonds and keep the eye focused on the gemstones. Yellow gold will add warm color to earrings and make a bold contrast with the diamonds. Explore a large collection of diamond earrings on 1stDibs.