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Moiseikin 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Ruby Flower Necklace
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
. 18K WG Necklace Gold 18 K,Weight 4.72 g,Size 49.5cm, Diamond, Rd 7pc 0.28ct Ruby, Rd 11pc 0.545ct
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Diamond Flower Necklace 9.1 Carats Pear and Round Cut 18K White Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
Carats Metal: 18K White Gold Necklace Length: 18 Inches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

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

Anahata Heart Yoga Chakra Necklace with Lotus Flower Diamond 14Kt White Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Anahata Heart Yoga Chakra Pendant Necklace with Lotus Flower & Round Diamond in 14Kt White Gold
Category

2010s Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Natural Diamond 0.45 carat 18 KT White Gold Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerpen, BE
the necklace's overall elegance. At the center of this stunning piece, two exquisite flower-shaped
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Enamel Necklace Heart Flower Basket Pearl White Gold Victorian Edwardian
Located in New York, NY
PENDANT IS IN THE FORM OF A HEART WITH A FLOWER BASKET IN 14K WHITE GOLD WITH ROSE CUT DIAMONDS AND PEARLS
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Diamond Flower Necklace 9.1 Carats Pear and Round Cut 18K White Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
Carats Metal: 18K White Gold Necklace Length: 18 Inches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

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

Alex Sepkus "Summer Flowers" Pendant Necklace with White Diamonds in Gold
By Alex Sepkus
Located in SOLVANG, CA
From the studio of Alex Sepkus in New York - 18 karat yellow gold "Summer Flowers" pendant necklace
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Muladhara Root Yoga Chakra Necklace Lotus Flower with Diamond 14Kt White Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Unique pendant necklace inspired by Yoga Muladhara the Root Chakra- handcrafted in 14Kt white gold
Category

2010s Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Diamond Flower Necklace 9.1 Carats Pear and Round Cut 18K White Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
Carats Metal: 18K White Gold Necklace Length: 18 Inches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

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

Diamond Flower Necklace 9.1 Carats Pear and Round Cut 18K White Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
Carats Metal: 18K White Gold Necklace Length: 18 Inches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

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

Natural Diamond 0.65 carats 18KT White Gold Flower Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Crafted from luxurious 18 Kt White Gold, the pendant takes on a delicate flower shape, adding a
Category

2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.49 Carat Pink Blue Sapphire Flower Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our beautiful 2.49 Carat Pink Blue Sapphire Flower Necklace, crafted in 18K white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

24ctw Ruby Diamond Flower Collar Necklace 18k White Gold 16" Statement
Located in McLeansville, NC
- Routinely Enhanced Metal: 18k White Gold Weight: 46.2 Grams Stamps: 750 Style: Collar, Tennis, Statement
Category

2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Natural Diamond 1.40 carats 18KT White Gold Flower Cluster Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerpen, BE
backdrop of luxurious 18KT White Gold, casting a mesmerizing glow that captures the eye and captivates the
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Flower Modern White Pink Gold 18K Necklace Diamond for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
NECKLACE 18K White/Pink Gold Diamond 1.05 Cts/88 Pcs
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Blue Topaz and Pink Tourmaline Flower Necklace in 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
(chain included ) Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 14k White Gold Total Weight: 3.4 Grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Half Carat Diamond Basket of Flowers Necklace.50cttw 18k White Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
Diamond Clarity: VS2/SI1 Stone Cut: Round Metal: 18K White Gold Dimensions: 22mm x 21mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.50ctw Tanzanite Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace 14k White Gold 18" Curb Chain
Located in McLeansville, NC
- I1 - I2 Metal: 14k White Gold Weight: 4.7 Grams Stamps: Cable Chain Chain Style: Curb Chain
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.62 Carat Flower Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
row of 25 brilliant-cut round diamonds weighing 0.16 carats in total. Made in 18k white gold. Comes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold Natural Ruby Diamond Clover Cluster Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
. Material: 14k White Gold Total weight: 4.6 grams Chain length: 18 inches (can be also clipped at 16 or 17
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.65 Carat Flower Shape Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
: 0.65CT total weight, 4 Pear-Cut Diamonds, E-F Color, VS Clarity Material: 18K White Gold, 18 Inches Long
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold 1.14 Carat Diamonds Flower Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Metal: 18K White Gold Stone Type: 0.16 Ct Center Old Cut Diamonds & 0.98 CT F VS1 Diamond Hallmarks
Category

2010s American More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

14K White Gold 2.00 Carat Diamond 7 Stone Flower Cluster Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Chic and trendy, this elegant 14k white gold pendant has a floral design set with 7 round-cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.95 Carat Flower Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
row of 25 brilliant-cut round diamonds weighing 0.16 carats in total. Made in 18k white gold. Comes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.92 Carat Flower Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
of 25 brilliant-cut round diamonds weighing 0.16 carats in total. Made in 18k white gold. Comes with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold

5.00 Carat Diamond Cluster Flower Necklace G SI 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
5.01 Carat Diamond Necklace G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rachel Koen Diamond Two Tone Flower Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Diamond Two-Tone Flower Pendant Necklace crafted in 18K yellow and white gold. Display
Category

2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 1.5ct Round Diamond Flower Cluster Pendant Necklace in White Gold
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
centered, balanced, and comfortable for everyday wear. Crafted in polished 18K white gold, the accent
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Flower Necklace 14 Karat White Gold G SI
Located in New York, NY
1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Flower Necklace 14K White Gold G SI 18 inches chain 100% Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

2.00 Carat Natural Diamond Flower Necklace Pendant 14 Karat White Gold Chain
Located in New York, NY
2.00 Carat Natural Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Aquamarine Diamond Tennis Necklace Flower Pendant by Juliette Wooten White Gold
By JULIETTE CO
Located in Sanford, FL
necklace is handcrafted in 14K white gold and skillfully handset with natural aquamarines and diamonds. Our
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold

Aaron Basha 18K White Gold Diamond Orange Enamel Flower Charm Pendant Necklace
By Aaron Basha
Located in New York, NY
with this Aaron Basha 18K White Gold Diamond & Orange Enamel Flower Charm necklace pendant, a vibrant
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

White Gold Diamond Flower Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
With this exquisite white gold diamond flower pendant, style and glamour are in the spotlight. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Luca Carati Diamond Flower Pendant Long Necklace 18K Rose White Gold 0.87Cttw
By Luca Carati
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Luca Carati diamond flower pendant necklace crafted in 18k rose gold and white gold. This
Category

2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Natural 1.01 Carat Baguette Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Crafted with precision and attention to detail, the 18 Karat White Gold setting provides the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pink Sapphire Cts 0.34 Diamond Flower Necklace with 18k White Gold Chain
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This delicate necklace, designed to symbolize a blooming flower, features 13 captivating pink
Category

2010s Sri Lankan Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Halo Clover Floral Flower Symbol Motif 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
This delicate pendant necklace is crafted in 18k white gold. The pendant features a floral clover
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Pure Alhambra Mother Of Pearl Flower 18k White Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Black Mother Of Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. 18kt white gold flower and butterfly necklace featuring 3.50 cts
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18kt white gold flower and butterfly necklace featuring 3.50 cts of round, marquise, and pear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

2.00 Carat Diamond Cluster Flower Necklace G SI 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
2.01 Carat Diamond Necklace G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.75 Carat Natural Diamond Flower Necklace Pendant 14K White Gold 18 chain
Located in New York, NY
0.75 Carat Natural Diamond Flower Necklace 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Central American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Pearl with Diamond Flower Necklace Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pearl with Diamond 0.35 carat Necklace set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 2.6 cm Length
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.76cttw Pave Set Round Cut Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous dazzling diamond flower pendant necklace is a perfect accent to every day and evening
Category

2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.40ctw Diamond Flower Sun Station Necklace 18k White Gold 16.5" Cable Chain
Located in McLeansville, NC
- G Clarity - VS2 - SI1 Metal: 18k White Gold Weight: 11 Grams Stamps: 18k Style: Cable Chain
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Diamonds by the Yard 2-Sided Flower Necklace
By Gregory Mikaelian Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k white gold diamonds by the yard 2 sided flower necklace, containing 10 round full cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona Citrine White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Pendant Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold flower pendant set with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Flowers pendant in 18kt pink and white gold set with 186 diamonds 1.77 cts
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Diamond Cluster Round 1 Carat Pendant 18 Karat White Gold Daisy Flower Necklace
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
natural diamonds Color G/H Clarity SI1 Round White Diamonds. Comes with a stunning white gold necklace
Category

2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Exquisite 18 K rose Gold Flower style Necklace Champagne and white Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Lovely 18 K rose Gold necklace in a timeless flower style design. The necklace features a total of
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

LB Exclusive 14K White Gold 0.01ct Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace PD4-15845WSA
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
unforgettable. Deep blue sapphire petals elevate the 14K white gold pendant, while a singular 0.01ct diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Natural Diamond 0.52 carats 18KT White Gold Dot Cluster Flower Chain Necklace
Located in Antwerpen, BE
necklace. Expertly crafted in 18KT white gold, this stunning piece captures the eye with its refined
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

TJD 0.25 Carat Round Baguette Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Open Flower Necklace
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Bring charm to your look with this diamond pendant. The ring is crafted from 14-karat gold in your
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

18K Black and White Diamond Flower Necklace
Located in New York, NY
exudes sophistication and charm. 18K Black and White Diamond Flower Necklace Condition: In good
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond Flower White Gold Pendant
Located in Geneva, CH
Diamond Flower stylized white gold pendant. Round cut Diamond Diameter: 3.78 millimeters. Length
Category

Late 20th Century Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

1.01Cttw Pave Set Round Cut Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Fall in love with this beautiful flower pendant showcasing dazzling round cut diamonds. This
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamonds Pendant 0.80 CT 18KT White Gold Flower Chain Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerpen, BE
special addition to any ensemble. Metal: 18kt White Gold Gemstone: Natural Diamonds Shape: Round
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

18K White Gold Flower Pendant Necklace with South Sea Pearl and Diamonds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K white gold flower pendant with 1.25 carats natural diamonds and one South Sea pearl meausring
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

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White Gold Flower Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate white gold flower necklace for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of gold, white gold and 18k gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 281 vintage or 831 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a white gold flower necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A white gold flower necklace from LB Exclusive, Luigi Ferrara and Van Cleef Arpels — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A white gold flower necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 898 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. 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 mixed cut alternatives. Finding a white gold flower necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 278 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a White Gold Flower Necklace?

On average, a white gold flower necklace at 1stDibs sells for $3,900, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $1,046,250 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 Necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.

This Van Cleef & Arpels Necklace Is an Heirloom in the Making

With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.

[Survey] Two-Thirds of Jewelry Gift Recipients Don’t Want to Be Surprised

Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.

Next-Level Pearls That Go Well Beyond the Expected

Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.

7 Vibrant Jewels for a Breezy Late-Summer Wardrobe

Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.

Whether Worn Alone or Layered, These Chain Link Necklaces Are Trending

Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.

Meet the Dapper, Mustachioed Parisian Who’s Tops in Crafting Enticing Jewels

After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.