Diamond Jewelry
2010s Singaporean Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Artist Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
1970s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Chrysoberyl, Platinum
2010s North American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Retro Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s European Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Diamond Jewelry
Brown Diamond, Opal, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s European Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold
1930s Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Crystal, Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1890s Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1910s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
1920s American Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
2010s American Diamond Jewelry
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1920s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Indian Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, Silver
2010s Singaporean Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1910s Edwardian Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Dutch Retro Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1980s Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 18th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
2010s Singaporean Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
1910s Edwardian Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Late 20th Century Swiss Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Shop Antique and Vintage Diamond Rings, Diamond Necklaces and Other Diamond Jewelry and Watches on 1stDibs
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.