Blood Diamond
2010s Bridal Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s American Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Solitaire Rings
Spinel, Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, ...
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Pink Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Coral, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Coral, Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Modern Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Link Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Art Nouveau Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby
2010s Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby
2010s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
2010s Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Engagement Rings
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
20th Century French Artisan Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Coral, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Thai Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby
Vintage 1910s Unknown Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
1990s Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s Thai Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s Thai Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Thai Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s Thai Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Engagement Rings
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
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Blood Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Blood 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.