Circular Brilliant Diamond
20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Gold
20th Century Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Loose Gemstones
White Diamond
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Loose Gemstones
White Diamond
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Diamond
2010s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Loose Gemstones
White Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
20th Century Drop Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Loose Gemstones
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 2000s Modern Link Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1940s British Retro Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Unknown Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Turkish Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Gold, Silver
2010s Turkish Contemporary Fashion Rings
Black Diamond, Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Circular Brilliant Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Circular Brilliant 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A brilliant cut diamond is a diamond cut to maximize its brilliance. This diamond shape has 57 facets, round brilliant cut diamonds are among the most popular styles of engagement rings. This cut is known for, when compared to other cuts, most closely mimicking the natural contours of a rough diamond crystal.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023How many cuts are in a brilliant diamond varies. The term brilliant refers to a class of cuts that maximize the sparkle of gemstones, and many cuts fall under this category, including the brilliant round, the pear, the oval, the radiant and the princess cuts. Each specific cut has a certain number of facets arranged in a particular way. For example, a brilliant round cut features 57 facets, while a radiant boasts 70. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of diamond jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A brilliant-cut diamond ring is cut in such a way that it has numerous facets. Due to its facets, it reflects the maximum light. Shop for antique and vintage brilliant-cut diamond jewelry today on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The cost of a round brilliant diamond ring will primarily depend on the carat weight, color, clarity, shape, and cut of the diamond. The price range for these exquisite pieces of jewelry may range from around $500 to even $10,000 and above. Shop a range of antique and vintage round brilliant diamond rings 1stDibs.