Asprey Diamond
20th Century European Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cufflinks
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Retro Desk Accessories
Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Enamel
1990s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s British Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Emerald
Early 2000s British Modern Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1980s English Modern Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Swiss Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century English Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s British Brooches
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century British Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Platinum
20th Century British Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Modern Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century British Artisan Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century British Artisan Charm Bracelets
Diamond
2010s British Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s British Stud Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
20th Century Italian Modern Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Sterling Silver, Enamel
20th Century English Other Animal Sculptures
Jade, Malachite, Rock Crystal, Vermeil, Silver
20th Century English Modern Animal Sculptures
Vermeil, Silver
Late 20th Century British Aesthetic Movement Animal Sculptures
Multi-gemstone, Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver
Late 20th Century English Modern Animal Sculptures
Stone, Gold, Vermeil
Late 20th Century British Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Gold, Gold
Antique 1620s British Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Kunzite, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Peridot, Topaz, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, White Gold
Diamond, Onyx, White Gold
American More Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Dome Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary More Rings
21st Century and Contemporary British Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Iolite, 18k Gold
1990s English Art Nouveau Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Platinum
20th Century European Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
1990s British More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Ruby, 18k Gold
Italian Cocktail Rings
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How Much is a Asprey Diamond?
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.