Broach Diamond
Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s American Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s American Brooches
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 1880s American Art Nouveau Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold
Antique 1890s American Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960s Brooches
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960s Brooches
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
2010s Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Pillows and Throws
Linen, Silk
Antique 18th Century Spanish Baroque Paintings
Canvas
Early 2000s American Retro Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Artisan Brooches
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
2010s Italian Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Emerald
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold, White Gold
2010s Unknown Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
Vintage 1970s American Brooches
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Brooches
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
2010s Italian Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Ruby
Vintage 1950s Brooches
Jade, Diamond
Vintage 1910s American Brooches
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Brooches
Diamond, 15k Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Dangle Earrings
Turquoise, Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1860s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Choker Necklaces
Pearl, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Brooches
South Sea Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1960s British Retro Brooches
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Antique 1890s Russian Russian Empire Brooches
Diamond, Gold
Early 2000s Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
Vintage 1920s American Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Unknown Modernist Brooches
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yello...
Antique 18th Century American Edwardian Brooches
Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, 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.
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