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Spanish Earrings

Vintage Ruby Drop Earring

Diamond Ruby Earrings Dangle Drop Estate 14K Gold

$4,980

Diamond Ruby Earrings Dangle Drop Estate 14K Gold

By Estate Jewelry

Located in East Brunswick, NJ

Diamond Ruby Earrings Dangle Drop Estate 14K Gold These amazing estate earrings is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold (carefully tested, stamped and guaranteed).

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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond Ruby Earrings 14K Gold Estate Omega Backs

$3,980

$3,285

Natural Ruby Diamonds Earrings 14K Gold Retro Vintage

By Estate Jewelry

Located in East Brunswick, NJ

Natural Ruby Diamonds Earrings 14K Gold Retro Vintage These earrings are crafted in solid 14K Yellow gold. Each earring is set with 12 diamonds. Two bigger old cut diamonds (high cu...

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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Ruby Heart Earrings 18K Rose Gold Dangle Drop

$4,980

$19,998

$11,500

Estate GIOVANE 18K Ruby Diamond Pave Clip Cocktail Huggie Earrings 12cttw

By Giovane

Located in Winter Springs, FL

An exceptionally well made pair of earrings by GIOVANE crafted in 18K yellow gold and set with approximately 6cttw in perfectly cut and matching G-H color Vs1-2 clarity round diamond...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

18 Karat Adler Genèva Ruby Cabochons & Diamonds Earrings, Estate Sultan of Oman

$43,881

$8,000

$8,220

Diamonds, Rubys & 18K Gold Butterfly Earrings

By Pradera Irama

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

MATERIALS ◘ Earrings Weight: 8,13 grams ◘ 48 Diamonds total 0,85 ct. ◘ Rubys 52 total 1,93 ct.

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21st Century and Contemporary European Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

18K White Gold 0.24ct Diamond, Emerald, and Ruby Earrings MF25-012926

$5,500

$10,721Sale Price|20% Off

$1,940

18K Yellow Gold Ruby Emerald Sapphire Diamond Earrings

Located in Hallandale Beach, FL

Stunning pair of estate 18K Yellow Gold Earrings. Each earring features one natural princess-cut ruby, one emerald, and one sapphire, beautifully complemented by 6 brilliant round di...

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20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Estate 18k Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings

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H 0.25 in W 0.5 in L 0.88 in

Estate 18k Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings

Located in Narberth, PA

An exquisite pair of ruby and diamond earrings! Crafted in 18k white gold, each earring features two oval-cut rubies, which are held within bezel settings. Each pinkish-red ruby is b...

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20th Century Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Estate 14k Ruby & Diamond Earrings

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Tabah of Switzerland 18 Karat White Gold Ruby and Diamond Earrings

Located in La Jolla, CA

Gorgeous Estate 18kt White Gold Ruby & Diamond Earrings. These divine earrings have 3.00ctw of rubies and 12.30ctw of diamonds set in 18kt white gold.

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21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Unique Yellow Gold Burma Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Earrings

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H 2 in W 3 in

Unique Yellow Gold Burma Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Earrings

Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL

If Antique, Vintage or Estate Earrings are your weakness, take a look at our Burma Cabachon Drop Ruby and Diamond earrings, delightfully crafted in Silver and 18K yellow gold and emb...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Dangle Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Sterling Silver

Gorgeous 18k White Gold Sapphire, Ruby, and Diamond Ear Clips Petochi Roma

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Dm 0.88 in

Gorgeous 18k White Gold Sapphire, Ruby, and Diamond Ear Clips Petochi Roma

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Gorgeous 18k White Gold Sapphire, Ruby, and Diamond Ear Clips Petochi Roma Beautiful Gemstone Earrings in 18k White Gold Feature Sapphire Cabochon Centerstones with Ruby Cabochon Ac...

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20th Century Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Magnificent Cabochon Ruby Emerald Earclips

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W 1 in

Magnificent Cabochon Ruby Emerald Earclips

Located in New York City, NY

Rows of emerald cabchon beads set in 18k yellow gold with ruby cabachons and 4 1/2 carats of diamonds

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style Ruby and Diamond Platinum Dangle Earrings Fine Estate Jewelry

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Art Deco Style Ruby and Diamond Platinum Dangle Earrings Fine Estate Jewelry

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Beautiful and finely detailed Drop Earrings, securely set with 2 rubies with approx. 0.40 total Carat weight and 0.12 total Carat weight Diamonds. Hand crafted Platinum detail...

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Late 20th Century Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Denoir Pearl Ruby and Diamond Gold Clip Earrings Fine Estate Jewelry

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Denoir Pearl Ruby and Diamond Gold Clip Earrings Fine Estate Jewelry

Located in Montreal, QC

Awesome and finely detailed Iconic DENOIR Clip Earrings. Each earring set with a Pearl, Rubies and Diamonds, approx. 0.10 total carat weight. Hand crafted in 14 Karat Gold and Signed...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold

Ruby and Diamond Flower Earrings

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Ruby and Diamond Flower Earrings

Located in New York, NY

A pair of ruby and diamond flower earrings, in 18k. 148 rubies: atw. 44.00 cts, diamonds: atw. 1.85cts.

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Estate 18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Ruby Earrings

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Ruby and Diamond “Four-Leaf Clover” Earrings

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

These sweet, cloverlike charms of pear rubies and white diamonds will not unnoticed despite their modest size. The intense red of the rubies is highlighted by the brilliant backdrop ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Estate Florentine Ruby Diamond Gold Clip-On Earrings

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Estate Florentine Ruby Diamond Gold Clip-On Earrings

Located in Napoli, NA

Beautiful Florentine earrings handcrafted in 18k yellow Gold. They are set with Vivid cabochon Ruby approx. 2.60 ct. and colorless Round brilliant cut Diamonds approx. 0.70 carats G...

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Late 20th Century Italian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Style Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings

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Art Deco Style Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings

Located in New Orleans, LA

These remarkable diamond and ruby drop earrings make a dramatic statement. Richly hued red rubies weighing approximately 3.00 total carats make a striking impact set amidst 2.70 tota...

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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

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Dm 0.43 in

Estate Tiffany & Co. Checkered Ruby Diamond Earrings 18K Yellow Gold

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Dallas, TX

Estate Tiffany & Co. Checkered Ruby Diamond Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold.

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21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate 14k White Gold 1.22ctw Round Ruby & Diamond Flower Cluster Stud Earrings

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Dm 0.36 in

Estate 14k White Gold 1.22ctw Round Ruby & Diamond Flower Cluster Stud Earrings

Located in Montclair, NJ

This is an absolutely gorgeous petite pair of ruby and diamond flower cluster earrings that is very well crafted in solid 14k white gold.

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21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

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W 0.35 in L 0.62 in

Vintage Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Stud Earrings

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An impressive pair of vintage 1980's 0.12 carat ruby and 0.10 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold stud earrings; part of our diverse vintage jewellery and estate jewelry collections.

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Vintage 1980s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Vintage Ruby and Diamond Dangle Earrings 14k Yellow Gold

Located in South Pasadena, CA

Circa 1990's. Sparkling ruby and diamond dangle earrings set in 14k yellow gold.

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1990s Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby Diamond Platinum Modular Design Earrings

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Ruby Diamond Platinum Modular Design Earrings

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

An awe inspiring pair of ruby and diamond substantial drop earrings. The two oval shaped rubies weigh 50 carats between the two, a solid and deep red hue. The pear shaped rubies whic...

14K White Gold 1.30ct Diamond and Ruby Drop Earrings

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14K White Gold 1.30ct Diamond and Ruby Drop Earrings

By LB Exclusive

Located in Southampton, PA

The sparkling leaf-shaped baskets frame a gorgeous ruby gemstone.This pair of 14K White Gold 1.30 ct Diamond and 2.95 ct Ruby Drop Earrings is offered in estate condition and include...

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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Aletto Bros Ruby Diamond Blue Rock Crystal Earrings

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$4,429

18 Karat Yellow Gold 3.12 Carat Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings

By Gems Paradise

Located in Jaipur, IN

18 Karat Yellow Gold 3.12 Carat Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings This unusually cool and magical wine-red oddly sliced cut ruby earring is riveting. It’s made with the uniquely facete...

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2010s Indian Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

W 0.24 in L 1.42 in

Natural Ruby Diamond Drop Earrings in 18k Solid Yellow Gold

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Natural Ruby Diamond Drop Earrings in 18K Gold to make a statement with your look. These earrings create a sparkling, luxurious look featuring octagon cut ruby. Ruby improves mental ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby and Diamond Drop Dangle Earrings

$143,750

Ruby and Diamond Drop Dangle Earrings

By Diamond Scene New York

Located in New York, NY

An INCREDIBLE pair of “Intense Red” matching rubies. 14.14 carats of certified Ruby 2.16 carats of white, round brilliant cut and epaulets cut diamonds. Set in 18k white gold...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique 18K Gold Ruby & Diamond Drop Earrings, Circa 1800s, France

$2,500 / set

Antique 18K Gold Ruby & Diamond Drop Earrings, Circa 1800s, France

Located in Coral Gables, FL

Rich in antique character and timeless elegance, these antique 18K white and yellow gold drop earrings showcase the romantic combination of vivid rubies and softly sparkling rose-cut...

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Antique Late 19th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

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

NWT $5, 500 18KT Gold Fancy Glittering Fancy Red Ruby Diamond Dangle Earrings

$3,575Sale Price|35% Off

NWT $5, 500 18KT Gold Fancy Glittering Fancy Red Ruby Diamond Dangle Earrings

Located in New York, NY

The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Red Ruby Diamond Earrings. Earrings contain approx 5CT...

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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

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$2,240Sale Price|20% Off

14k Yellow Gold South Sea Pearl and Diamonds Cocktail Ring

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous 14k yellow gold South Sea Pearl and Diamonds Ring. *Motivated to Sell - Please make a Fair Offer* Specifications: main stone: 11.50 mm South Sea Pearl diamonds: 24 r...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chaumet Paris Retro Ruby and Diamond Wide Bracelet with Brooch Clip in 18K Gold

$33,800

$168,000

L 15.5 in

Cartier Exceptional Ruby and Diamond High Jewelry Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold

By Cartier

Located in Dallas, TX

Magnificent Cartier ruby and diamond necklace features 22 carats of dazzling diamonds and over 10 carats of vivid red rubies all set in 18 karat yellow gold. This vintage creation fr...

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Vintage 1980s French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby, Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Organic Earrings in 18k Gold

$8,800

W 0.6 in L 1.5 in

Ruby, Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Organic Earrings in 18k Gold

By Kavant & Sharart

Located in Bangkok, 10

Ruby 3.88 carats with Yellow Sapphire 3.09 carats and Diamond 0.58 carat Earrings set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.5 cm Length: 3.8 cm Total Weight: 13.95 grams FOUNDED BY...

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2010s Thai Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Diamond Bracelet

$18,975

Diamond Bracelet

By Diamond Scene New York

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful diamond bracelet. 9.17 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds set in a wreath design. 18k white gold Approximately 10.70 mm wide, 7 inch length. An elegant diamond ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

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Diamond

Sensational 1990s Bill Blass Couture Nude Silk Chiffon Paisley Vintage 90s Gown

$8,300

Size: Small

Sensational 1990s Bill Blass Couture Nude Silk Chiffon Paisley Vintage 90s Gown

By Bill Blass

Located in San Diego, CA

Sensational vintage late 90s BILL BLASS couture nude silk chiffon paisley print full length evening dress with dramatic train! This is an original sample, and is incredibly well made...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her

$2,888 / item

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Emerald ring in 14K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity. Designed with emeralds and diamonds that makes it a perfect fit to ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian 18kt Bicolored Gold Hinged Bangle Bracelet, 1870s, UK

$9,738

Victorian 18kt Bicolored Gold Hinged Bangle Bracelet, 1870s, UK

Located in Firenze, IT

The hollow, hinged bangle with handcrafted floral design; weighing approximately: 22,37 gram; Wide 1,1cm Size: 6,1cm.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

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Estate Ruby And Diamonds Earring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact estate ruby and diamonds earring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 9 vintage editions and 15 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for an estate ruby and diamonds earring from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but 1.5 Carat and 2 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Finding an appealing estate ruby and diamonds earring — no matter the origin — is easy, but Ilias Lalaounis and Neiman Marcus each produced a popular version that is worth a look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. Finding an estate ruby and diamonds earring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 8 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Estate Ruby And Diamonds Earring?

On average, an estate ruby and diamonds earring at 1stDibs sells for $6,500, while they’re typically $2,950 on the low end and $52,000 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 rings, vintage 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.

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