Men's 14k Yellow Gold 22" Diamond Cut 4.5mm Curb Cuban Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow & White Gold accents by the diamond cutting Weight: 8.5 Grams Type: 1.3mm Diamond Cut Texture Curb Link Length: 22" measured next to ruler Link Width:...
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 5ct Round Diamond Covered Cuban Curb Link 9mm Wide Chain Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14K White Gold Weight: 32.30 Grams Type: Diamond Covered Cuban Curb Link Length: Will comfortably fit up to a 7 wrist (inside diameter) Clasp: Fold-Over Clasp Width: ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tri-Tone Unisex Cuban Link 12 Ctw Pave Diamond Necklace in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Impressive unisex cuban link necklace with glittering pave diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic 14k Yellow & White Gold 24" Diamond Cut Curb Cuban Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Accents Weight: 29.52 Grams Chain Type: Diamond Cut Style Cuban Curb Link Chain Length: 24 inches Chain Width: 7.1mm (approx.)
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,296Sale Price|20% Off
1.65 Carat Diamond Pave Cuban Link Chain Bracelet 14 Karat Two Tone Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
A dazzling touch of Diamond over the 14k Yellow Gold base which adds up to the elegance of the ornament. An elegant Bracelet of adornment that would definitely grab attention! Detai...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$4,120Sale Price|20% Off
1.65 Carat Diamond Pave Cuban Link Chain Bracelet 18 Karat Two Tone Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
A dazzling touch of Diamond over the 18k Yellow White Gold base which adds up to the elegance of the ornament. An elegant Bracelet of adornment that would definitely grab attention! ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold 24" Diamond Cut 5.7mm Faceted Curb Cuban Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow & White Gold where the diamond cuts are Weight: 19.9 Grams Type: 1.2mm Diamond Cut Textured Faceted Curb Link Length: 24" measured next to ruler Link Widt...
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Unisex Solid 14k Yellow & White Gold 24" Diamond Cut Cuban Curb Link Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Accents Weight: 19.25 Grams Chain Type: Cuban Curb Link Chain Length: 24 inches Chain Width: 5.7mm (approx.) Clasp: Lobster Claw Thickne...
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow & White Gold Diamond Cut Center Curb Cuban Link Chain 22" Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Accents Weight: 7.91 Grams Chain Type: Cuban Curb Link Chain Length: 22 inches Chain Width: 4.4mm (approx.) Clasp: Lobster Claw Thicknes...
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2 Carat Round Diamond Pave Cuban Link Ring 14 Karat
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Two Tone 2ctw Round Diamond Pave Cuban Link Ring This stylish Diamond Cuban Link Ring is in excellent condition and ready to ship with a Diamonds by Raymond Lee presentation box!
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Micro Cuban Diamond Necklace 14K White Gold 0.25ctw 17.5in New
Located in West Hempstead, NY
The subtle diamond accents add refined sparkle to the modern Cuban link design, creating a stylish and versatile piece perfect for everyday wear or layering.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Rose Gold 14.80ctw Natural Round Brilliant Diamond-Set Cuban Link Chain
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14K Rose Gold 14.80ctw Natural Round Brilliant Diamond-Set Cuban Link Chain Type: Cuban Chain Link Bracelet Material: 14k Rose Gold Measurements: Will fit a 8.5'' Wrist Fastening: ...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Diamond Cuban Bola Bracelet 14K Yellow Gold 0.16ct Adjustable 7.25in
Located in West Hempstead, NY
Weighing 5 grams, this bracelet has a substantial feel while remaining comfortable for daily wear. 14K yellow gold 0.16ctw natural round single cut diamonds GH color SI2–I1 clarity W...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Diamond Round Cuban Chain Bracelet in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous bracelet featuring good quality white diamond rounds. Handmade in 14k yellow gold. Length is 7.75".
White Diamond, Yellow Gold
White Diamond Round Cuban Chain Necklace in 14K white Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 20.00 ct. of good quality white diamond rounds. Handmade in 14k white gold. Length is 16".
White Diamond, White Gold
Micro Cuban Diamond Necklace in 14kt White Gold – 0.25ctw, 17.5in, New
Located in West Hempstead, NY
The subtle diamond accents add refined sparkle to the modern Cuban link design, creating a stylish and versatile piece perfect for everyday wear or layering.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cuban Solid White Gold Bracelet with Diamonds - CLASSIC GROUMETTE collection*
By Roberta Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This exquisite Cuban solid white gold bracelet is meticulously handcrafted in Italy, combining timeless elegance with bold, luxurious design. Adorned with brilliant white diamonds, i...
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
10K Yellow and White Gold 9.55ctw Natural Round Brilliant Diamond-set Cuban Link
Located in Boca Raton, FL
10K Yellow and White Gold 9.55ctw Natural Round Brilliant Diamond-set Cuban Link Type: Cuban Chain Link Bracelet Material: 10k Yellow Gold and White Gold Measurements: Will fit a 8...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Cuban Solid Yellow Gold and Diamond Bracelet - CLASSIC GROUMETTE collection *
By Roberta Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This Cuban solid yellow gold bracelet showcases exquisite Italian craftsmanship, blending luxury and style with its iconic design. Handcrafted to perfection, it is adorned with stunn...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
14k Yellow Gold 22.75ctw Natural Round Brilliant Diamond-Set Cuban Link Chain
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold 22.75ctw Natural Round Brilliant Diamond-Set Cuban Link Chain Type: Cuban Chain Link Bracelet Material: 14k Yellow Gold Measurements: Will fit a 8.5'' Wrist Fasten...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 160 Gram Miami Cuban 9.24 Carat Diamond Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a extremely heavy, and very fiery diamond encrusted men's 14K Yellow Gold Cuban Link Bracelet.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamonds 8.50 carats 18KT White Gold Cuban Man Woman Tennis Bracelet
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Indulge in the unparalleled luxury of the Natural Diamonds Pave Curb Link Cuban Tennis Bracelet, a truly stunning piece that elevates any jewelry collection.
Diamond, White Gold, Gold
Natural Diamonds Bracelet 1.50 cts 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cuban Tennis Bracelet
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Embrace audacity and take a bold step forward with this captivating diamond wide Cuban Curn link chain bracelet. Intricately crafted in 18 karat Yellow gold, this striking piece is a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamonds Bracelet 1.50 cts 18 Karat White Gold Cuban Tennis Bracelet
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Embrace audacity and take a bold step forward with this captivating diamond wide Cuban Curn link chain bracelet. Intricately crafted in 18 karat white gold, this striking piece is an...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.87 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Cuban Chain Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Details Item Code :- CER-16248 Gross Wt. :- 26.15 gm 18k Yellow Gold Wt. :- 25.57 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 2.87 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Chain Length ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold and Diamond Cuban Chain Bracelet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite Cuban link bracelet is a true statement piece that combines the luxury of white gold with the brilliance of diamonds.
Diamond, White Gold
Cuban White 18 Karat Gold Bracelet - CLASSIC GROUMETTE collection*
By Roberta Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Specifications: Material: 18 Karat White Gold Design: Cuban solid link bracelet Gold Weight: 65 grams Diamonds: Total Carat Weight: 3.78 carats Color: G Clarity: VVS1 Additional De...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
$2,999Sale Price|20% Off
1.44 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Cuban Chain Bracelet 10 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- STBR-4043K ( STBR-4043B ) Gross Wt. :- 6.33 gm 10k Yellow Gold Wt. :- 6.04 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.44 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Bracelet Si...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
18k Yellow Gold and Diamond Cuban Chain Bracelet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite Cuban link bracelet is a true statement piece that combines the luxury of yellow gold with the brilliance of diamonds.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Yessayan Diamond & Gold Cuban Link Bracelet
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
0.75 Cts. of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 24.6 Grams of 18K White Gold Ref. 167311
Diamond, Gold
Contemporary Cuban Link Hard Bangle Bracelet 18.8 Grams 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A bold and impeccably crafted 14K yellow gold Cuban link bangle bracelet, showcasing substantial presence and timeless design. Expertly constructed with solid 8.7 mm wide Cuban links...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Geometric Cuban Link Diamond Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A contemporary expression of refined craftsmanship, this 18K gold geometric Cuban link ring is adorned with 0.33ct of brilliant natural diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold
$58,514Sale Price / item|20% Off
Pave Diamond 18K Gold Cuban Link Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning Pave Diamond 18K Gold Cuban Link Bracelet offers an elegant blend of timeless design and luxurious sparkle.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Yessayan Diamond Two-Tone Cuban Link Bracelet
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
0.76 Cts. of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 26.8 Grams of 18K Yellow/White Gold Ref. 167312
Diamond, 18k Gold
14KT White Gold 8.5" Cuban Link Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This striking men's bracelet is crafted in 14KT white gold and features a bold Cuban link design, accented with approximately 1.02 carats of G-SI round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,300 / item
Cuban Link Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cuban Link Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold 1.02 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 9.0 Grams of 18K White Gold No two products are exactly same, therefore weights are approxi...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Cuban Eternity Link Ring Platinum
Located in Fairfield, CT
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Cuban Eternity Link Ring Platinum This platinum ring features an intricate interlocking design set with approximately 1.8 carats of mixed-cut white diamond...
Diamond, Platinum
10KT Yellow Gold Cuban Link Bracelet with Pavé Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This solid 10KT yellow gold Cuban link bracelet showcases 4.50 carats total weight of round brilliant pavé-set diamonds.
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern 7.50 Carat Diamonds Raised Prong Cuban Link Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Modern 7.50 Carat Diamonds Raised Prong Cuban Link Bracelet. The bracelet features approx 152 round diamonds with an approx 7.50 total carat weight.
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$964 / item
Moissanite Cuban Link 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Moissanite Cuban Link 14k gold ring. Alternative engagement ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
9.72 Carats Round Brillant Diamonds 14K Gold Cuban Link Bracelet
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
A bracelet is so special, like this 9.72 carat diamond men's Cuban link bracelet in 14K gold. It surely brings out that million-dollar smile.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Natural Diamond Pave 14-Karat Cuban Link Necklace In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k White Gold Natural Diamond Pave Cuban Link Necklace Product: Diamond Pave Cuban Link Necklace Necklace Material: 14k White Gold Diamond Details: There are approximately 9.31 car...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,698Sale Price / item|20% Off
Diamond Encrusted 14K White Gold Cuban Link Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your look with this 14k white gold necklace, featuring a stunning natural diamond centerpiece. Designed to offer both luxury and sophistication, i...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Men’s 3.00 Carat Diamonds Miami Cuban Link Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Men’s 3.00 Carat Diamonds Miami Cuban Link Ring 14k Gold. The ring is heavy and weights 35.5 grams solid gold 14k.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Men's Fancy 31.50 Carat Diamonds Heavy Cuban Link Gold Chain
Located in Miami, FL
Fancy 31.50 Carat Heavy Cuban Link Diamond Chain Heavy and high quality natural diamonds SI1/SI2 & H/I/J clarity, color chain featuring 31.50 carats approx in total weight round ...
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold
Diamond Miami Cuban Link Chain Necklace 14kt Rose Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
This 14k solid rose gold Cuban link necklace is a classic hip-hop-inspired statement piece, commonly known as Miami Cuban chain.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Cuban Link Drop Diamond Chain Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cuban Link Drop Diamond Chain Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold 1.16 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 14.7 Grams of 18K Yellow Gold No two products are exactly same, therefore w...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$554Sale Price / item|37% Off
Marquise moissanite Cuban Link 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Marquise moissanite Cuban Link 14k gold ring. Maquise moissanite engagement ring. Dainty Chain Ring. Thin Curb Chain. 0.5 ct moissanite promise ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 2.2 gr ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern 16.20 Carat Diamonds Gold Choker 9mm Miami Cuban Link Chain
Located in Miami, FL
Modern 16.20 Carat Diamonds 9mm Wide Cuban Link Choker Chain. This handmade Miami Cuban link chain includes approx 1200 diamonds totaling approx weight 16.20 carat.
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
18K Yellow Gold Cuban Link Diamond, Sapphire and Green Emerald Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Cuban link color stone necklace. Mounted with diamonds, sapphires, and emeralds. 18K Yellow Gold Cuban Link Diamond, Sapphire and Green Emerald Necklace. 16.5 inches. 100gr.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cuban Link Bracelet in 10k Yellow Gold with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
-10k Yellow Gold -Length: 7” -Width: 6.5mm -Weight:39.4gr -Diamonds: 8.1, VS/G
18 Karat White Gold Cuban Link 1.40 Cttw Diamond Band Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Absolutely on trend! This ever popular Cuban link ring is crafted in rich, solid 18 karat white gold and is flexible for ultimate comfort!
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,888Sale Price|20% Off
10k White Gold Diamond Baguette Round Diamond Charm Bracelet Cuban Link Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 10-karat gold, these exquisite bracelet are handset with 1.81 carats of sparkling diamonds. Details:- Item Code:- STBR-4042 Gross Weight:- 7.44 gm Solid 10k White Gold Wei...
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$22,400Sale Price|50% Off
13 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Solid Cuban Link Chain Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
10K Yellow Gold 13.7 ct Total Weight Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Solid Cuban Link Chain Necklace. The necklace weighs 91.3 grams, 16" long, 9 mm(11.8mm At the Claps) wide, ~3.9 mm ...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20 Carat Diamond Pave Cuban Link Bracelet 14 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k Rose Gold Diamond Details: Approx. 20ctw of round cut Diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in color and VS in clarity Clasp: Tongue in box with double safety latch Measurements: ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
13.42 Carat Diamond Pave Cuban Link Bracelet 14 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: Approx. 13.42ctw of round cut Diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in color an VS in clarity. 1518 stones Clasp: Tongue in box with double safety lat...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.5 Carat Round Cut Diamond Pave Cuban Link Ring 14 Karat
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k white gold Diamond Details: Approx. 2.5ctw of round cut Diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in color and VS in clarity Ring Size: 8 Ring Measurements: 1" x 0.30" x 1" Total Wei...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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.