Edwardian Diamond Three Stone Ring, circa 1910.
Located in London, GB
clarity, with a weight of 1.04 carats in an open back claw setting, flanked by two round old cut diamonds
1910s Edwardian Antique Diamond Setting
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Three Stone Ring, circa 1910.
Located in London, GB
clarity, with a weight of 1.04 carats in an open back claw setting, flanked by two round old cut diamonds
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Victorian Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Old European round cut diamonds, bezel set to either terminal of a swag style ribbon setting. The
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14k Turquoise + Diamond Round Locket
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful turquoise and diamond locket pendant from the Victorian (ca1870s) era! This lovely
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Late Victorian Saltwater Pearl & Old Cut Diamond Multi-Strand Platinum Necklace
Located in London, GB
striking brilliance of the old cut diamonds to the finely crafted platinum setting, every detail of this
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Art Nouveau 14k Sapphire & Diamond Moi et Toi Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
six-prong setting, and displays a deep greenish-blue hue. The other stone is a .30ct mine cut diamond
Diamond, Green Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pompadour Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
center stone, here a rose- cut diamond surrounded by other rose- cut diamonds, the whole in claw setting
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Antique diamond necklace, circa 1880.
Located in London, GB
Antique diamond necklace. Set with one round old cut diamond in an open back cutdown setting with a
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique 3.20 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, integrating with the main setting and blending seamlessly with the plain ring shank. This stunning diamond
Diamond, Platinum
1920s 5.73Ct Diamond and Platinum Bar Brooch Art Deco
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
3.95 carats Total Diamond Content 5.73 carats Number of Diamonds 135 Dimensions Length of setting
Diamond, Platinum
$1,064Sale Price|20% Off
Timeless Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
solitaire ring centers on a 0.33 carat old mine cut diamond in a classic prong setting. The softly rounded
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,180Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.98 in W 1.19 in
EDWARDIAN 1900 Enameled Pendant Brooch In 18Kt Platinum Diamonds & Aquamarine
Located in Miami, FL
. Period: Edwardian, Belle-Epoque, circa 1900-1910. Diamonds: Mounted in bezel settings, with 6 French
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Platinum, Enamel, 18k Gold, Ye...
Edwardian 10k Diamond & Garnet Repousse Snake Locket Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
excellent. There is no damage to the gold setting, and the diamond and garnet are both secure and intact
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 0.81 Carat Diamond, 15k Yellow Gold Bow Brooch Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.81 carat diamond bow brooch in 15 karat yellow gold; part of our diverse
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Georgian era Rose Cut Diamond Silver Star Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
silver star-shaped setting. Each diamond glimmers with a timeless charm, showcasing the delicate
Diamond, Silver
Antique Blue Enamel, Diamond, Ruby and Gold Snake Bangle, Circa 1850
Located in London, GB
with rose-cut diamonds, in grain settings, with cabochon-cut ruby eyes, in rub over settings. Each
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Enamel
Georgian 18kt yellow Gold Pendant Cross with 1.85 CTS in Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
overall condition of this piece is excellent. There is no damage to the gold setting. All diamonds are
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,832
H 0.19 in W 0.92 in L 1.65 in
Antique Art Deco 5.03 Carat Diamond and Platinum Brooch Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamonds 91 Dimensions Length of setting 4.2cm/1.65' Width of setting 2.33cm/0.92' Across pin 3.25cm/1.28
Diamond, Platinum
$89,715
D 1.66 in L 15.36 in
French Antique Fraumont Diamond, Silver and Gold Necklace and Earrings Suite
Located in London, GB
-cut diamond, in a claw setting, surrounded by a circle of grain set diamonds and a border of graduated
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Vintage Aquamarine, Diamond and 18 Karat Gold Cluster Ring, 14.00 Carats
Located in London, GB
an eighteen claw setting, surrounded by a cluster of eighteen European old-cut diamonds, in crown
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian 14k/Sterling Silver Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
setting. The stones have a total carat weight of 2.30ctw and display G color and I1 clarity. The diamonds
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Edwardian Diamond and Enamel Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
of chunky rose cut diamonds in a pavé setting. Completing the design are fine filigree cutouts below
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Pearl And Diamond Ring. TCW Two Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring Leaf Platinum
Located in New York, NY
diamonds, securely held in prong settings, exhibit an I color and SI1 clarity, with a combined weight of
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 1910s Russian 1.16 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Bangle
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
bezel set Dutch cut diamonds. The setting is ornamented with three feature Old European round cut
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14kt Diamond & Enamel Lion Locket
Located in Narberth, PA
, complete with pointed fangs. A single sparkling diamond in a 6-prong setting is clenched in between his
Diamond, 14k Gold
$6,838
H 0.17 in W 0.49 in L 16.83 in
Antique 2.10 Carat Opal and Diamond 15k Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
cabochon cut white opals, accented with a central Old European round cut diamond. The setting is further
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 14k/Palladium Diamond Engagement Ring 2.5ct
Located in Narberth, PA
damage to the gold and platinum setting and the diamond is secure and intact.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Palladium
GIA Certified Antique 1.61 Carat Diamond and Platinum Ring Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond ring has been crafted in platinum. The pierced decorated setting is embellished with a four-claw
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Diamond Five-Stone 18ct Gold Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
This elegant antique five-stone diamond ring is a timeless treasure, set with old cut diamonds in a
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Cultured Pearl Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
cut diamond to one loop and a cultured pearl to the other. The interlacing setting is ornamented with
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18K Gold, Silver, Diamond, and Blue Enamel Bracelet
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
silver-topped gold openwork set with old mine-cut and rose-cut diamonds against a backdrop of rich royal
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Victorian 9k/Sterling Silver Diamond Buckle Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
normal surface wear, there is no apparent damage to the gold setting, and the diamond is secure and
Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique 1.43ct Diamond & Platinum Cluster Engagement Ring, Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Content (total) 0.60 carat Total Diamond Content 1.43 carats Dimensions Length of Setting 1.28cm/0.5
Diamond, Platinum
$7,160Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.65 in W 1.65 in
EDWARDIAN 1900 Antique Crescent-Moon Brooch Platinum And 2.96 Ctw In Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
flush setting, with 37 graduated old European round diamond with a combined total weight of about 2.96
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earrings in 18K Rose Gold
Located in OVIEDO, AS
delicate floral motif. The diamonds are foil-backed and set in closed settings, a traditional 19th-century
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch / Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
yellow gold with a silver setting. The antique diamond brooch is modelled in the form of a central heart
Diamond, Sapphire, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Natural pearl and diamond necklace, circa 1910.
Located in London, GB
back rubover settings with an approximate combined diamond weight of 0.70 carats, to an elegantly
Natural Pearl, Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 14k/Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring 1ct
Located in Narberth, PA
the ring each feature four single cut diamonds, which reset within bead settings. The shoulders of the
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum GIA Diamond Engagement Ring 1.13ct
Located in Narberth, PA
piece features a 1.13ct Peruzzi cut diamond. The stone is held within a four prong setting, and is
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Line Bracelet, Circa 1925, 10.20 Carats
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco diamond line bracelet, with Edwardian-cut diamonds, in millegrain edged box settings
Diamond, Platinum
Art deco diamond brooch, French, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
setting with an approximate weight of 0.85 carats, surrounded by 45 round old cut diamonds in open back
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Platinum Horse and Huntsman Brooch, 1.77ct Diamonds
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
European, eight and square cut diamonds, in a combination of collet and pavé settings. This horse brooch
Diamond, Platinum, Enamel, White Gold
Edwardian 14k/Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring .30ct
Located in Narberth, PA
yellow gold, and features a single old mine cut diamond held within a bead setting. The diamond is
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian English 15k Enamel, Diamond, & Pearl Mourning Locket
Located in Narberth, PA
within a four-prong setting. The diamond displays I color and SI1 clarity. The diamond is bordered by 8
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Art Deco Diamond and Ruby Dainty Ring
Located in US
center ruby with six round side diamonds in a platinum dainty setting. Approx. 1.10 carats total weight
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Hancocks Antique Diamond Heart Locket Pendant circa 1860
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
: 55 x old cut diamonds, estimated total 7.10ct Setting: Silver and gold Dimensions: Length (including
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
$3,998Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.65 in W 1.37 in
BELLE EPOQUE 1900 Austrian Antique Convertible Brooch With Diamonds & Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
. Diamonds: Mounted in flush settings, with 92 mixed European rose cut diamonds, with a total combined weight
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, ...
$2,344Sale Price|20% Off
Distinctive European Cut Diamond Ring in 14k Two-Tone Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
vintage ring features a 0.36 carat European cut diamond in a raised prong setting. The sculptural top
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Desbazeille Art Nouveau Champagne Diamond and Gold Cufflinks, Circa 1895
Located in London, GB
G. Desbazeille, with old-cut pink toned dark champagne brown diamonds, in rub over settings, in the
Brown Diamond, Diamond, Gold
Burmese ruby and diamond crossover ring, French, circa 1915
Located in London, GB
round old cut diamond in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 1.25 carats, decorated
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$66,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.5 in W 0.75 in D 0.28 in
CARTIER 1920 Art Deco Platinum Enameled Pendant-Lorgnette With Diamonds & Onyx
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
enamel and optic hexagonal glass. Diamonds: Mounted in French pave settings, with a selection of 108
Diamond, Onyx, White Diamond, Platinum, Enamel
Victorian 4.20ct Opal & 0.80ct Diamond Ring in 18ct Gold, Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, large antique 4.20 carat white opal and 0.80 carat diamond, 18
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Victorian Allsopp Bros 10K Yellow Gold & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Denver, CO
center stone surrounded by a halo of six additional rose-cut diamonds fashioned in a buttercup setting
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,988Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.22 in W 2.25 in D 0.2 in
J.E. CALDWELL 1910 Edwardian Brooch In Platinum With 3.75 Ct Diamonds & Sapphire
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
colorless diamonds and blue sapphire. Diamonds: Mounted in bezel settings, with 2 well matched European
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Old Cut Diamond Platinum & 18 Carat White Gold Art Deco Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Introducing a spectacular English diamond ring from the 1920s, beautifully centred on a rounded
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$4,485
W 1.17 in L 1.19 in
Georgian Bristol Cobalt Blue Glass, Rose Diamond, Silver and Gold Heart Brooch
Located in London, GB
, surrounded by rose-cut diamonds, in silver cut down settings, mounted in gold. The reverse is engraved with a
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Art Deco Platinum Diamond, Coral, and Onyx Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
with 1.75ctw of single cut diamonds. All of the diamonds are held within bead-settings and display J/K
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum GIA Diamond Etched Engagement Ring 1.52ct
Located in Narberth, PA
prong setting is a single sparkling old European Cut diamond, which has J color and SI1 clarity with an
Diamond, Platinum
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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