Boodles Diamonds
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary English Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Mandarin Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Contemporary Drop Earrings
Yellow Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Stud Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1990s Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond
Late 20th Century Link Bracelets
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s English Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s European Stud Earrings
Platinum
Vintage 1980s Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Engagement Rings
Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1990s British Modern Engagement Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s Fashion Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Fashion Rings
Pink Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s British Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s British Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond
1990s British Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century British Three-Stone Rings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Cluster Rings
2010s British Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary English Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
1990s Unknown More Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Unknown Drop Earrings
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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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.