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Tanisa Nahata Bold pave Diamond 1.60ct. Hoops Earrings in 18Karat Gold.
By Tanisa Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
These Bold Pave Diamond Hoops Earrings in 18Karat white, yellow, and rose gold exude a modern
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Diamond Pave 18 Karat White Gold Drop Earrings
By Asprey
Located in Miami, FL
Glimmering 14 karat white gold drop earrings with spectacular diamond pave hoop drops - a stunning
Category

2010s Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Gold

Pave Diamond Teardrop Drop Dangling White Gold Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
18k White gold diamond earrings featuring a diamond hoop on the ear with a pave diamond teardrop
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14KT White Gold Diamond Star Dangle Huggie Hoop Earrings
Located in Antwerp, BE
hoop, creating movement and sparkle Material : 14KT White Gold Gold Weight : 1.41 Gram Earring Size
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pave Diamond White Rose Gold Teardrop Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
14k White and rose gold diamond earrings featuring a white gold diamond hoop on the ear with a pave
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Cassis 18k Solid Gold 0.32ctw Pave Diamond Textured Elegant Cuff Hoop Earrings
By Cassis Jewelry Inc.
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (32) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - F/G Color - VS1/VS2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

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

18k Two-Tone 24.57 Carat Pave White and Chocolate Diamond Dangling Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Brilliant pave round cut diamond earrings crafted in 18K two tone gold set with over 20 carats of
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold

0.36ct Diamond Chunky Star Hoops Huggies Earrings 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
0.36ct Diamond Chunky Star Hoops Huggies Earrings 18ct White Gold Diamond pave hoops studs earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

14K White Gold Huggie Hoop Earrings with Bezel-Set Diamond Drops
Located in Antwerp, BE
Material : 14KT White Gold Gold Weight : 1.68 Gram Earring Size : 1cmX2cm Set with : Diamond Stone : 22
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.31 Carat Total Pave Diamond Huggie Half Hoop Earrings Two-Tone 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Stunningly sparkly two-tone pave diamond huggie earrings. These simple yet elegant earrings are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Blue Sapphire White Diamonds Pave Halo Set 14K White Gold Statement Earrings
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
design. The stones are framed by shimmering accent diamonds, enhancing their brilliance. 14K White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.00 Carats Pavé Diamonds Huggie Hoops Oval Drops 1.4-inches 14K White Gold
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
sparkle! The carpet of pavé-set diamonds displays the undeniably incredible workmanship it took to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Hoop Earrings G SI 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Hoop Earrings G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural, Not Enhanced in any way
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Black Diamonds Pave Set Double Flip 14K White Gold Huggie Drop Earrings
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
gracefully from a minimalist hoop, allowing for subtle movement. 14K White Gold 0.35 CTW Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

18k Solid Gold Diamond U Threader Earrings Diamond Wire Hoop Earring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond U Threader Earrings 18k Gold Threader Earrings Diamond Wire Hoop Earring Pave Diamond Hook
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Pave 14K White Gold Drop Dangle Earrings
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
refined aesthetic. 14K White Gold. 1.50 CTW Diamonds.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Eight Crosses White Yellow Gold Diamond 0.25 Carat Shepherd Hoop 2.60" Earrings
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
shepherd hoops, crafted from luminous white gold, feature pave-set diamonds weighing 0.25 carats, adding a
Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Cascading Pear 14K (or 18k upon request) Gold Pave Hoops Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
gold. Featuring a graceful sequence of pear-cut stones that flow delicately from pave set hoop earrings
Category

2010s American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Violet Purple Amethyst Diamond Pave Halo 14K White Gold Statement Drop Earrings
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
style and comfort. 14K White Gold 9.5 CTW Amethysts 0.43 CTW Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Etho Maria 18 Karat Rose Gold Black and White Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Etho Maria
Located in Princeton, NJ
Dramatic wavy hoop earrings handcrafted in 18k rose gold, featuring one row of rose cut black
Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Rose Gold

18k TT Gold 2.58ctw Pear Cognac White Diamond Drop Dangle or Hoop Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
- SI1/SI2 Clarity - 1.21ctw (exact) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Ethiopian Opal Earring Pave Diamond 14k Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Ethiopian Opal Earring Pave Diamond Jewelry 14k Gold Diamond Opal Jewelry Gift Light weight can be
Category

2010s Indian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Diamond 18 Carat Yellow and White Gold Huggie Half-Hoop Earrings
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
crafted in luxurious 18 carat yellow and white gold. Simple yet elegant, each earring features a classic
Category

2010s English Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Agate Cabochon White Pave Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Unique Drop Earrings
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
lattice of gold, adorned with small, sparkling white diamonds of G/VS Quality. The top of each earring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

14K Rose Gold 1.0 Carat White and Brown Diamond Hoops Circle Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
design from 14k rose gold. These earrings feature a seamless symphony of three interlocking hoops that
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Oval Cut Green Emerald Diamond Pave Halo Oceanic Coral 14K White Gold Earrings
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
are suspended from sleek, polished hoops, adding a touch of sophistication. 14K White Gold 0.52 CTW
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k Solid Yellow Gold Ear Climber Diamond Pave Earring
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Diamond Ear Climber Diamond Pave Ear Climber Valentines Day Sale. Light weight can
Category

2010s Indian More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mini Basketball Hoop Earrings Full Diamonds
By Ashna Mehta
Located in Dubai, AE
high jewelry. Handcrafted in solid 18K white gold, each piece is pavé-set with full-cut natural VS
Category

2010s Emirian Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

14.01 Carat Diamond Chandelier Dangle Hoop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
14.01 carat diamond chandelier dangle hoop 18k white gold earrings. featuring white round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Oval Cut Aquamarine and Pavé Diamond Halo Dangle Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
line the hoops and halo the aquamarines, adding brilliance and contrast. Crafted in 18 karat white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

1.04 Carats natural Diamonds Round Hoop Emerald cut Earrings in 18k White Gold
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
Natural white Diamond earrings by FERRUCCI entirely made in 18k white gold, Diamonds Total carat
Category

2010s North American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

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

18ct White Gold Fancy Shape Natural Mined Diamond Hoop Pear Motif Earrings
Located in London, GB
18ct white gold pave diamond set huggy hoops featuring a pearshaped motif set with fancy cut
Category

2010s European Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Statement Earring Pave Diamond 14k Gold 925 Silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Statement Earring Pave Diamond 14k Gold&925 Silver Diamond Wedding Bridal Gift Light weight can be
Category

2010s Indian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

18k White Rose and Yellow Gold V-Shaped Hoop Earrings with Natural Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
these 18k White Rose and Yellow Gold V-Shaped Hoop Earrings with Natural Diamonds, featuring a full pavé
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Versatile Black and White Pave Diamond Tapered Pendant Earrings, 2.92 TCW
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k white gold earrings. These beautiful, versatile earrings contain a small hoop top, set with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Oval Shape Multistrand Diamond 6.50cts Hoop Earrings Set In 18K White Gold
Located in London, GB
The soft folds of these 18K gold and diamond oval hoop earrings are accentuated by bright rows of
Category

2010s Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Triple Hoop Diamond Dangle Earrings in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
-Handcrafted multi-hoop earrings with diamond pave -Natural round diamonds aligned for consistent brilliance
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Marquise Shape Pave Diamond Earring in14k Gold 925 Silver Diamond
Located in Chicago, IL
Marquise Shape Pave Diamond Earring 14k Gold&925 Silver Diamond Statement Gift. Light weight can be
Category

2010s Indian More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

CHOPARD 2.26 Carats Round Cut Diamond Wide Hoop Earrings in White Gold
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
A stylish pair of Chopard wide hoop earrings, featuring signed 18K white gold accented by round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

18K White Gold Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Vannes, FR
These elegant diamond drop earrings are crafted in 18 karat white gold and combine timeless design
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Modern Diamond White Gold Chandelier Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous chandelier earrings are made in 18k white gold and feature dangling teardrop-shaped
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Gold Sliced Yellow Diamond Earring Caged In Pear Shaped Pave Diamond Setting
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
around and framed in a pave pear shaped white gold frame. It has a hoop earring closure on top with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

1.26 Carat Pave F Color Vs1 Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold Huggie Hoop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Type: Earrings Height: 14.5 mm Width: 7 mm Metal: White Gold Metal Purity: 18K Estimated Price
Category

2010s Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Leaf Dangle Earring Pave Diamond 14k Gold 925 Silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Leaf Dangle Earring Pave Diamond Dangle Earring 14k Gold&925 Silver Diamond Light weight can be
Category

2010s Indian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

5.52 Carats Total Round Micro-Pave Diamond Cushion Shape Clip-on Hoops Earrings
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
round diamonds, micro-pavé set in a cushion shape design. Made of 18K white gold. Omega Clip with post
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Contemporary Citrine Diamond Pave Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The fluid elegance of these Contemporary Citrine Diamond Pavé Drop Earrings, made in the 21st
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Open Heart Diamond Drop Pave Earrings in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
/White/Rose Gold ★Highlights★ -Open heart drop earrings with natural diamonds -Linked hoop design in 14k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Pave Diamond Dangle Drop Earring 14k Gold 925 Silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Dangle Earring 14k Gold&925 Silver Drop Diamond Earring Gift Light weight can be
Category

2010s Indian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Silver

Pave Diamond Dangle Spinel Earring 14k Gold 925 Silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Dangle Earring 14k Gold&925 Silver Spinel Earring Birthday Gift Light weight can be
Category

2010s Indian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Silver

Pave Diamond Flower Dangle French Hook Earring 14k Rose Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Flower Dangle French Hook Earring 14k Rose Gold Wedding Fine Gift Light weight can be
Category

2010s Indian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Spectra Fine Jewelry Diamond Pave Leaf Drop Earrings
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Earrings from Spectra Fine Jewelry. Crafted in 18K white gold, the mirror image pair is embellished with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Melissa Kaye Small Mila White Gold Diamond Earrings
Located in Weston, MA
scaled to layer with other studs or cuffs. 18K white gold Pave diamonds (0.53tcw) Hinged hoop with post
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pear Shape Pave Diamond 14k Gold 925 Silver Chandelier Earring
Located in Chicago, IL
Pear Shape Pave Diamond 14k Gold&925 Silver Chandelier Diamond Earring Sale Light weight can be
Category

2010s Indian Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Black Onyx Diamond, 18k White Gold Dangle Earrings
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These beautiful 18k white gold earrings will dress up any daytime or evening outfit! Rich black
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Diamond Halo Drop Dangling Earrings, 2.29 Carat Diamond Earrings 18K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Beautiful Diamond halo drop dangling earrings in 18k white gold. These gorgeous earrings feature
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1990s Diamond Yellow Sapphire 18K Gold Round Dangle Hoop Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
white and yellow gold. They feature a dance of round-cut white diamond paves set all over the piece
Category

1990s Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

3 Row Round Brilliant Cut Pavé Diamond Octagon Drop Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
crafted in radiant 18K yellow gold, each earring showcases a sophisticated octagonal pendant that
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

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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.