Antique Diamond Maltese Cross Brooch Pendant C. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1850 This very fine antique Maltese cross is crafted in silver topped 14K gold (front
Diamond, 14k Gold
$10,310
H 22.05 in W 1.58 in L 1.58 in
Antique Diamond and Emerald Maltese Cross on a Pearl and Platinum Chain
By Glorious Antique Jewelry
Located in London, GB
An antique emerald and diamond maltese cross pendant in yellow gold and silver, designed as a
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl
Antique Victorian Era Black Onyx Maltese Cross 18KT Brooch with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A rare and finely detailed Victorian-era Maltese cross brooch crafted in solid 18KT yellow gold
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Diamond Demantoid Garnet Pearl Maltese Cross Pendant / Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
(frequently called Maltese) cross set with bright white diamonds, gray pearls, and vivid green Russian
$25,000
H 1.5 in W 1.5 in
Art Deco Maltese Cross Platinum Pendant Old European Cut Diamonds Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful Art Deco platinum Maltese cross pendant set with a rich display of Old European cut
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Old Mine-Cut Diamond and Ruby Navette Shaped Ring in Silver-Topped Gold
Located in New York, NY
mine-cut diamonds and a central maltese cross of rubies, with engraved scrollwork on the shoulders and
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Diamond and Gold Crown Pin, 19th Century
Located in St. Catharines, ON
Maltese cross, the borders and bands set with rose diamonds that graduate in size, many within diamond
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Maltese Diamond Pendant/Brooch
Located in London, GB
IMPORTANT 19th CENTURY MALTESE CROSS DIAMOND PENDANT/BROOCH, of openwork design, set with old cut
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Sapphire Diamond Maltese Cross Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
decorative maltese cross. At the center of the cross is a large faceted sapphire stone, which has a gorgeous
Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold
Antique Rose Cut Diamond Maltese Cross Pendant Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1830s This late Georgian – early Victorian era antique Maltese cross is finely crafted in
Georgian Diamond Silver Gold Maltese Cross Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful Georgian diamond Maltese cross pendant that is a perfect gift for the holidays. It is
White Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond, Silver & Gold Maltese Cross Pendant / Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Amazing Victorian Maltese cross brooch/pendant created in England on the turn of 19-20th century
Tiffany & Co Art Deco Diamond Platinum Maltese Cross Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco platinum Maltese cross brooch by Tiffany & Co, set with approx. 3.00ctw in old European
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Platinum-Topped 14 Karat Gold Maltese Cross Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a Maltese cross with each extension bezel set with a stylized triangular cut diamonds
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum
Georgian Diamond, Silver & Rose Gold Maltese Cross Pin/Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Late Georgian - early Victorian period Maltese cross pin/pendant created in the 1870's. The pin is
Sold
W 1.69 in L 2.32 in
Victorian Diamond Silver-Topped 18K Gold Antique Maltese Cross Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a silver-topped Maltese cross form suspending from a tapered bale Centering an old mine
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Brooch and Pendant in the Shape of Maltese Cross
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A Georgian brooch in the shape of a Maltese cross in silver with gold backing and open-set
Citrine, White Diamond, Garnet, Peridot, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, S...
Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Platinum Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Maltese cross flanked by four chased gold openwork floral designs in the Art Nouveau style of the 1890s
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Early Victorian Diamond Maltese Cross Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Early Victorian Maltese Cross Diamond Brooch A stunning early Victorian diamond maltese cross
Diamond, White Gold
Sold
W 0.32 in L 0.67 in
Vintage Art Deco Diamond Maltese Cross Pendant Platinum 14k Gold Charm Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era Maltese Cross pendant crafted in 900 platinum & 14 karat
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Platinum-Topped 14 Karat Gold Maltese Cross Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a Maltese cross with each extension bezel set with a stylized triangular cut diamonds
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Ring, Maltese Cross, 15 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
the centre with Rose cut diamond chips in an unusual design of a Maltese Cross with a single Ruby
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Mesh Pattern Golf Ball, Rubber Core Maltese Cross, circa 1920
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
ball has an unusual diamond mesh pattern with a 'Maltese Cross' on both poles of the ball, manufactured
Rubber
Antique Diamond Enamel Cross Medal Knight Order Of Leopold
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
depicts a Maltese cross with ball tipped finials and wreath of oak or laurels. A lion rampant is encircled
Diamond, Silver
Regency Diamond Maltese Cross Pendant/Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Regency diamond Maltese cross pendant/brooch, to the centre a cushion-shaped diamond estimated to
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Diamond Maltese Cross Pendant Brooch
Located in Greenwich, CT
Exceptional diamond Maltese cross pendant brooch, set with 76 old mine circular, oval and cushion
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Silver
Victorian Maltese Cross Pendant with Diamond
Located in New York, NY
A Victorian maltese cross pendant with an old mine cut diamond at the center. The pendant can be
Diamond, 15k Gold
Elegant Antique Pearl Diamond Gold Platinum Maltese Cross Pendant Charm
Located in Palm Beach, FL
. There are approximately 2 ct diamonds. This Maltese cross hangs from it's original bale. This cross
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Kashmir Sapphire Necklace, 10.25 Carats
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Crafted by the legendary Tiffany & Co., this enchanting necklace is a rare and unique masterpiece of early 20th-century American jewelry design. Delicately handcrafted, the one-of-a-...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Certified 117.00 Ct Zambian Emeralds 10.00 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Parure
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exceptional Art Deco style parure, complete with earrings and necklace, so stunning and refined , a very piece of art. Necklace come in 18k gold with natural emeralds from Zambia...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Hermes Style Leather and Canvas Travel Bag, T. Anthony
By T. Anthony
Located in New York, NY
Striking Hermes Style Leather and Canvas Travel Bag by T. Anthony from the 1990's. Heavy red cotton canvas paired with black calf leather in this oversized Birkin style weekend trave...
Beautiful Rare Thierry Mugler Devoré Silk Velvet Dress Black
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Manfred Thierry Mugler distilled the drama of midnight velvet and the intrigue of bare skin into this impossibly rare devoré cocktail dress: a piece that feels less like clothing and...
$25,079
Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6
Christian Dior by John Galliano Floral Silk Embellished Evening Dress, FW 2001
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Christian Dior ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 2001 ▪ Fabric: Silk, Tulle ▪ Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6 ▪ Made in: France ▪ Condition: Very Good ▪ ...
$11,500
W 1 in D 0.25 in L 1.38 in
Exquisite Antique Georgian 3.7TCW Old Mine Cut Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cross
Located in New York, NY
Classic Georgian period 3.7TCW Old Mine cut diamond 18K yellow gold cross 19th Century Composed of eleven G-H-I Old Mine cut diamonds with the center stone measuring approximately .4...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$13,236
Size: Fr 40 - IT 44 - UK 12
Alexander McQueen Autumn-Winter 2001 black silk and lace evening dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen Autumn-Winter 2001 black silk and lace evening dress - drop waist - low back - black lace skirt, yoke and collar
Iconic Roberto Cavalli FW 2006 Silk Evening Gown Showstopper
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
A Roberto Cavalli Masterpiece from 2006 Drenched in the opulence of gilded romance, this Roberto Cavalli silk evening gown is a red-carpet reverie. A symphony of delicate florals, li...
Cartier Midcentury Platinum Diamond Bow Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Classic platinum open circa and bow brooch, by Cartier, circa 1950s. The brooch is set with approximately 5ctw in G/VS baguette diamonds. Measures 1.75" in diameter. Marked Cartier ...
Diamond, Platinum
Vivid Diamonds 119.13 Carat Diamond Bib Necklace
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Emerging from the esteemed House of Vivid Diamonds is an unparalleled masterpiece of jewelry craftsmanship—a necklace that exudes sheer opulence and elegance. This extraordinary crea...
Diamond, Platinum
Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Beautiful Georgian period Diamond drop earrings of lovely design Close back, hand crafted of solid 15 KT gold topped by silver – tested – 1790/1810 ca English origin Articulate to sw...
Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver
GIA certified Cartier Salt Water Pearl Necklace in Original Cartier Box
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier saltwater pearl necklace with original box. 85 natural Saltwater Pearls set together by a 56 round cut diamond set screw closure. This marvelous necklace is a true rarity. ...
Pearl
Rare Iconic Thierry Mugler Archival FW1995 Coat Houndstooth Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Archival Thierry Mugler Piece, FW1995 Collection. Extremely rare Thierry Mugler Star-Houndstooth Coat. Wearable Art. Legendary Thierry Mugler created his very own version of the cl...
Vintage Bob Mackie 80's Beaded Gatsby Flapper Open Back Dress size 6 and 12
By Bob Mackie
Located in Montgomery, TX
Bob Mackie 20s Inspired Beaded Gatsby Flapper Dress Designer sizes available - 6 and 12 ( please check measurements ) Fully Beaded Mini Dress, Fully Lined, Open Back, Bra attached. S...
Tom Ford for Gucci Large Iridescent Python Jackie Hobo Bag circa 1990s
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Tom Ford for Gucci Large Iridescent Python Jackie Hobo Bag from the circa 1990s is a stunning example of luxury craftsmanship and timeless design. Crafted from exquisite iridesce...
Louis Vuitton Brown In Mink Gloves
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Fantastic Louis Vuitton gloves in mink with fire-branded logo. Very good condition.Size S.
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.
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