5.21 Carat 14K Yellow Gold Iced Out Cuban Link Diamond Bracelet, 41.9g
Located in New York, NY
5.21 Carat 14K Yellow Gold Iced Out Cuban Link Diamond Bracelet, 41.9g This handmade cuban link diamond bracelet weighs 41.9 grams.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Italian Heart Citrine Black Onyx Diamond 18 KT Cuban Link Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
This fascinating estate Italian necklace is a striking example dating 1975 circa Entirely made of solid 18 KT gold Large Cuban links chain leading to a superb centre styled with a he...
Citrine, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
10K Yellow Gold 1/5 Cttw Diamond Two Row Cuban Link Ring
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the allure of sophistication with this exquisite 10K yellow gold ring, beautifully adorned with an enchanting double row of prong-set diamonds. This piece not only sparkles w...
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
10K Yellow Gold 1/5 Cttw Diamond Two Row Cuban Link Ring
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the allure of sophistication with this exquisite 10K yellow gold ring, beautifully adorned with an enchanting double row of prong-set diamonds. This piece not only sparkles w...
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
10K Yellow Gold 1/5 Cttw Diamond Two Row Cuban Link Ring
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the allure of sophistication with this exquisite 10K yellow gold ring, beautifully adorned with an enchanting double row of prong-set diamonds. This piece not only sparkles w...
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
4.07 Carat 14K White Gold Iced Out Cuban Link Diamond Bracelet, 22.8g
Located in New York, NY
4.07 Carat 14K White Gold Iced Out Cuban Link Diamond Bracelet, 22.8g This handmade cuban link diamond bracelet weighs 22.8 grams.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yessayan Cuban Link Diamond Two-Tone 2 to 1 Chain Necklace
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.91 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 41.7 Grams of 18K Rose & White Gold Ref. 167550 Length: 16 inches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Yessayan Cuban Link Diamond Two-Tone 2 to 1 Chain Necklace
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.59 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 57.8 Grams of 18K Rose & White Gold Ref. 167549 Length: 16 inches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Two-Tone Cuban Diamond Link Pendant Necklace in 18K Rose & White Gold
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two-Tone Cuban Diamond Link Pendant Necklace in 18K Rose & White Gold 0.70 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 9.8 Grams of 18K Rose & White Gold No two products are exactly ...
Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold
RUCHI Blue Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Cuban-Link Chain Necklace
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire: 3.58ct total weight. Diamond: 0.48ct total weight. All diamonds are G-H/SI stones.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
10K Yellow Gold 5.0 Carat Diamond Double Row S-Link Cuban Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The bracelet features a classic Cuban link style, known for its bold and chunky design.
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 0.35 Carat Bezel Set Diamond Pendant Cuban Link Necklace 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 0.35 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Bezel Set Diamond Pendant Cuban Link Necklace 14k Gold. The diamond in the center is bezel set in 14k gold and the approx weight of the center ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.43Cttw Baguette Cut Diamond Hamsa Cuban Link Chain Bracelet 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
It features prong set baguette cut diamonds encrusted in a hamsa charm in the center crafted in 14K white gold with cuban link chain crafted in 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$20,640Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat White Gold 10.71 Carat Diamond Cuban Chain Link Bracelet
Located in Houston, TX
This bracelet is made in 14K white gold. The bracelet features 651 round cut, prong set diamonds weighing 10.71 carats with a color grade (G) and a clarity grade (VS2) and contains ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.10ct Round Diamond Pavé Cuban Link Choker Chain Necklace 18k Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Celebrate this festive season with a touch of pure brilliance. Our 18K gold diamond choker necklace is more than jewelry — it’s a statement of timeless elegance. Handcrafted in soli...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Flexible 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 yellow gold and is flexible for ultimate comfort!
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Solid Yellow Gold Cuban Link Chain Diamond Bar Pendant Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning 18k Solid Yellow Gold Cuban Link Chain Necklace features a bold and luxurious design, perfect for making a statement.
$16,329Sale Price / item|20% Off
Round Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) White Gold Cuban Link Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted from solid 14K white gold and drenched in hand-set diamonds, this Cuban link chain shines with a frosted brilliance that elevates any look.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$11,036Sale Price|20% Off
7.43 Carat Diamond All Paved Cuban Chain Link Bracelet 14 Karat In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k White Gold 7.43 ctw Diamond All Paved Cuban Chain Link Bracelet This stunning Diamond Cuban Chain Bracelet is brand new, in excellent condition, and is ready to ship!
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
11.5 Carat Unisex 14K Rose Gold Iced Out Cuban Link Diamond Bracelet, 113g
Located in New York, NY
11.5 Carat Unisex 14K Rose Gold Iced Out Cuban Link Diamond Bracelet, 113g 8" This handmade unisex Miami cuban link diamond bracelet weighs roughly 113 grams (113.2 grams exactly).
Diamond, Rose Gold
$2,449Sale Price / item|20% Off
Cuban Link Round Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cuban Link Round Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Bracelet.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$19,051Sale Price / item|20% Off
Bold Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Rose Gold Cuban Link Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegance meets timeless design with this stunning Bold Diamond 14K Rose Gold Cuban Link Bracelet. Crafted to perfection, this bracelet adds a touch of sophistication to any look, whe...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Platinum
.925 Sterling Silver 1/5 Cttw Diamond ID and Cuban Link Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
The band’s Cuban link pattern, replete with its sophisticated interlocking design, infuses a dash of urban elegance.
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
10k Yellow Gold Cuban Chain Link Necklace with 6.3 ctw Diamond Box Clasp
Located in Boca Raton, FL
10k Yellow Gold Cuban Chain Link Necklace with 6.3 ctw Diamond Box Clasp This stunning Gold Cuban Chain Necklace is in excellent condition and is ready to ship!
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
11.5 Carat Unisex 14k White Gold Iced Out Cuban Link Diamond Bracelet, 114g
Located in New York, NY
11.5 Carat Unisex 14K White Gold Iced Out Cuban Link Diamond Bracelet, 114g 8" This handmade unisex Miami cuban link diamond bracelet weighs roughly 114 grams (113.9 grams exactly).
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Two-Tone Cuban Link Drop Diamond Chain Necklace in 18K Yellow & White Gold
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two-Tone Cuban Link Drop Diamond Chain Necklace in 18K Yellow & White Gold 0.60 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 8.8 Grams of 18K Yellow & White Gold No two products are e...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Cuban Link Chain Hoop Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cuban Link Chain Hoop Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold 0.70 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 13.5 Grams of 18K Yellow Gold No two products are exactly same, therefore weights a...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
24in. 14k Cuban Link Gold Chain Necklace with 0.99ctw of Round White Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Here is a 24in. 10mm wide 14k Yellow & Rose Gold Chain Necklace with ~0.9ctw of Round White Diamonds graded at I2 Clarity, I Color. Total Weight - 179.0g
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
11.5 Carat Unisex 14K Yellow Gold Iced Out Cuban Link Diamond Bracelet, 112g 8"
Located in New York, NY
11.5 Carat Unisex 14K Yellow Gold Iced Out Cuban Link Diamond Bracelet, 112g 8" This handmade unisex Miami cuban link diamond bracelet weighs 112 grams.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
3.00 Carat Natural Diamond Miami Cuban Link Bracelet G SI 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
3.00 Carat Natural Diamond Bracelet G SI 14K Yellow Gold 7 inches 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Bracelet 3.00CT G-H SI 14K Yellow Gold, Prong ...
Diamond, White Gold
14k White Gold 0.36ctw Diamond Eternity Cuban Curb Link Band Ring Sz 6.5
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s): (72) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - G-I Color - VS2/SI1 Clarity - 0.36ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Weight: 8.58 Grams Ring ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
7.00ctw Round Brilliant Diamond 'G-H, VS2-SI1' 14kt Yellow Gold Cuban Link Chain
Located in Houston, TX
This chain features 7.00ct total weight in round brilliant cut diamonds that are pave set in the solid 14kt yellow gold Cuban link necklace.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Cut Diamond MAMA Cuban Link Chain Bracelet 14K White Gold 0.65Cttw 7 Inch
Located in New York, NY
This stunning "MAMA" bracelet will truly steal the show. A perfect Mother's Day gift for your MAMA. Crafted in 14K white gold, it features pave set round cut diamonds encrusted in th...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pave 9.72 Cts Round Brilliant F/VS1 Diamonds Men's Cuban Link Bracelet 18K Gold
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
A bracelet is so special, like this 9.72 carat diamond men's Cuban link bracelet in 18K gold. It surely brings out that million-dollar smile.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Pave Curb Cuban Link Chunky Statement Cocktail 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
18K Rose Gold 1.50 cts of a Variety of Fancy Colored and Silvery Tinted Diamonds Diamonds look white/colorless in bright lighting conditions Very Good Weight & Heft to the ring A ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cuban Link Chain Pave 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Diamond Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Cuban Link Chain Pave Bars 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Necklace features natural diamonds totaling 0.5 carats, set in 14K yellow gold.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
10k Yellow & White Gold 10" Diamond Cut Curb Cuban Link Anklet Ankle Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 10k Yellow Gold with White Gold Diamond Cut Weight: 3.41 Grams Chain Type: Curb Cuban Link Chain Length: 10 Inches (measured next to a ruler) Chain Width: 3.6mm (0.14...
Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cuban Link Chain 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Cuban Link Chain 14K Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Ring combines elegance and brilliance, featuring natural diamonds set in 14K yellow gold.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18k Yellow & White Gold Pave Diamond Center Curb Cuban Link Band Ring Sz 9
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (12) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Single Cut - Pave Set - Nice White Color Material: Solid 18K Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Center Material Weight: 16.60 Grams Ring Size: 9...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cuban Link Diamond Two-Tone 2 to 1 Chain Necklace in 18K Rose & White Gold
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
10mm Cuban Link Diamond Two-Tone 2 to 1 Chain Necklace in 18K Rose & White Gold 2.59 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 57.8 Grams of 18K Rose & White Gold Length: 16 inches ...
Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold
1/5 Ctw Cuban Link Diamond Ring, Full Eternity Band, 14K Solid Gold, SI GH
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS Metal Type: 14K Gold, White Gold / Yellow Gold / Rose Gold / Blackened Gold Total Diamond Weight: 0.23 ctw Total Diamond Pcs: 102 Natural Diamond Clarity: SI Natural ...
Diamond, Gold
8.0mm Cuban Link Diamond Two-Tone 2 to 1 Chain Necklace in 18K Rose & White Gold
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
8.0mm Cuban Link Diamond Two-Tone 2 to 1 Chain Necklace in 18K Rose & White Gold 1.91 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 41.7 Grams of 18K Rose & White Gold Length: 16 inches...
Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold
1 2/5 Ctw Cuban Link Chain Diamond Ring Full Eternity Band 14K Solid Gold SI GH
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS Metal Type: 14K Gold, White Gold / Yellow Gold / Rose Gold / Blackened Gold Please let us know your gold color preference and ring size through inbox message 20 Round...
Diamond, Gold
0.50ct Natural Diamond Cuban Ring 10K Yellow Gold Size 10
Located in West Hempstead, NY
Weighing 6 grams, this ring has a solid feel and substantial presence. 10K yellow gold 0.50ctw natural round diamonds HI color SI clarity Cuban link style design 8.55mm top width 3.8...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold 70.30ctw Natural Round Brilliant Diamond-Set Cuban Chain
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Set in solid 14k yellow gold, each hand-selected diamond enhances the bold Cuban link design, creating a seamless wall of sparkle across its substantial 24-inch length.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.50Cttw Round Cut Diamond Heart Pendant Cuban Chain Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
It features 0.50 carat of prong set dazzling round brilliant cut diamonds encrusted in a heart shape shank giving an illusion of a bigger stone with cuban link chain.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14.70 Carats Round Brillant Shape Diamonds 14K Gold Unisex Necklace
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Exquisite 14.70 Cts Round Brilliant Cut Natural Diamonds Iced-Out Cuban Link unisex Necklace in Fine 14K Gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold
1.20ct Diamond large chunky eternity circle round shaped pendant necklace in 18c
Located in London, GB
Chunky 18k yellow gold chain necklace round diamond pave setting large floating diamond necklace with adjustable chain curb cuban link.
Diamond
1909 US Indian Head $5 Gold Coin Pendant Necklace, 18k Gold with Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Cuban link chain necklace measures 15 inches with integrated pendant design, weighing 69.30 grams total.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Pave Large Paper Flowers Pendant Necklace 18K Rose Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a gorgeous three petal flower studded with round brilliant cut and round rose cut diamonds attached to a cuban link chain, secured with a lobster lock closure.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Heartbeats 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Diamond Accent Chain Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted from 14K yellow gold, this bracelet weighs 3.6 grams and features a striking arrangement of fancy colored diamonds totaling 0.40 carats. The design includes three heart-shape...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$38,400Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex x Loree Rodkin Watch
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Designed as a bold Cuban-link chain, it is pavé-set with diamonds and finished with an ornate Gothic-inspired clasp.
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Plated .925 Sterling Silver 3/8 Cttw Diamond Cuban Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Crafted from .925 sterling silver and lavishly coated in 14K yellow gold, this piece embodies luxury. Its iconic Cuban link silhouette is meticulously enhanced with natural diamonds ...
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Unavailable|$37,760
Eliantte Diamond Cuban Link White and Rose Gold Bracelet
Located in Surfside, FL
Designer "Eliantte" custom made diamonds cuban link bracelet in 14k white and rose gold.
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Unavailable|$150,000
Diamond Cuban Link Necklace, 70 Carat White Diamonds, 500 Gram Gold
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Cuban Link High Jewelry Necklace for Men.
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$17,100
9.82ct Diamond Cuban Link in 18k White Gold Unisex Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Round brilliant cut. Handmade diamond cuban link bracelet. Unisex fine jewelry bracelet.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$8,000
Diamond Cuban Link with 5.25 Carats Bracelet Diamonds 7.5" Long 18KYG/WG
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
18K Yellow/White Gold 5.25 Carats Diamond Cuban Link Bracelet Diamonds are G Color and VS Clarity Total Carat Weight 5.25 carats Set in 18KYG/WG Length: 7.50 inches Shipped in ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow 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.