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
$11,621
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
Platinum Edwardian Maltese Cross Diamond Encrusted with Central Black Pearl Neck
Located in Venice, CA
single diamond, and hangs from a platinum chain. The Maltese Cross is an ancient symbol with Byzantine
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Platinum
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
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
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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
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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
$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
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Cluster and Ruby Pendant 'Mystery-Set' Ear Clips
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
The exquisite surmounts are intricately designed as stunning clusters, each adorned with shimmering marquise-shaped, round, and baguette diamonds. These captivating pieces feature de...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
96.39 Carats Total Pear Shape Colombian Emerald & Diamond Halo Fringe Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
An elegant necklace, showcasing 20 perfectly matching pear shape Colombian emeralds weighing 63.40 carats total, surrounded by 758 brilliant mixed-cut diamonds weighing 32.99 carats ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Christian Siriano Couture Spring 2019 Runway Size 4 / 6 Black Horsehair Gown
By Christian Siriano
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous CHRISTIAN SIRIANO Couture Spring 2019 Runway gown ! This dress has so much detail, and only the finest materials were used. Backed by horsehair this piece of art c...
Nally Magnificent GIA Cert Natural Pink Diamond Platinum Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Unique pink diamond earrings!!!!! Two pear-shaped pink diamonds surrounded by 28 marquise, 8 pear & 4 brilliant shape diamonds with the total weight of 11.75 carats set in plati...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Gold, Enamel and Sapphire Pectoral Cross Pendant
Located in PARIS, FR
Pendant Pectoral cross in 18k gold (750°/°°) decorated with blue enamel and set with large sapphire cabochons for a total weight of about 15 ct. The back of the cross is finely chase...
Antique Victorian Tiara with Diamond Star - c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are exceptionally delighted to offer this spectacular Victorian diamond star tiara made c.1890. The tiara will come in a fully fitted presentation case as photographed. Upon pond...
Diamond, Gold
Bvlgari Bulgari Rare Serpenti Watch 18k Gold White Enamel Gemstones
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Designed as a coiled serpent, this Bulgari Serpenti watch is made from 18k gold, with each segment shaped to create a smooth fit around the wrist. The body is covered in glossy white...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
$1,600,000Sale Price|20% Off
Extraordinary GIA Certified 20.45 -Carat Radiant Cut Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Extraordinary 20.45-Carat Radiant Cut Diamond Ring A true showstopper, this 20.45-carat square radiant cut diamond is GIA certified, showcasing a sophisticated h color and VS1 clari...
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
$5,078 / set
W 0.79 in L 2.56 in
Antique Iberian Day & Night Rose Cut Diamond Herring Chandelier Earrings.
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Iberian (Catalan) Day & Night Rose Cut Diamond Chandelier Earrings. Ca. 1800´s (Spanish Georgian period) A lovely pair of original Georgian earrings set with foiled rose-cut...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Art Deco 1930s 74.45 carat Old European Cut Diamond Wide Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with 3 GIA certified Old European cut center Diamonds; The center one weighing 5.12 carats, O-P color, VS2 clarity, GIA #5161893343. One side weighing 3.71...
Diamond, Platinum
$2,560,000Sale Price|20% Off
TYPE IIA GIA Certified 14 Ct. Oval Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A timeless creation by Cecile Blake, this exquisite ring showcases a vibrant 14-carat certified oval diamond ring the diamond comes with a Golconda type certificate Crafted in luxu...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
$6,437
W 1.46 in D 0.36 in L 1.86 in
Antique 18th Century Old Cut Rose Diamond Cross St. Andrews Cross Pendant Silver
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This beautiful and original silver cross was handcrafted in the second half of the 18th century, in the 1770's. The jewel is set with old mine rose diamonds in closed settings. From ...
Diamond, Silver
Antique Ruby Diamond Giardinetto Brooch Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Austria, Vienna, circa 1880 An antique giardinetto (little garden) brooch / pendant – the diamond basket with ruby handles is holding a ruby and diamond flower, handcrafted in silve...
Diamond, Ruby
7.10 Ct Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Antique Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910s The ring is finely crafted in platinum. It features a natural unheated cushion cut sapphire from Ceylon of a very nice blue color framed by a double halo of old cut diam...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Faberge Blue Enamel Gold Vanity Case
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé two-colour gold and blue enamel vanity case by Workmaster A.Holmstrom, the rectangular case of three sections, the main powder compartment comprising two decorative section...
Diamond, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
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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