Antique Platinum Cross
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 14k Gold
Antique 1880s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum, Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Necklace Enhancers
White Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Belgian Late Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Pla...
Vintage 1950s French Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Figurines and Sculptures
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 19th Century Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Vintage 1910s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s British Retro Brooches
White Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1940s French Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Diamond
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s British Retro Brooches
White Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 19th Century Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
1990s American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum
1990s American More Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Brooches
Cultured Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
20th Century English Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s American More Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
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Antique Platinum Cross For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Antique Platinum Cross?
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.