Flamingo Diamond
1990s French Scarves
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Brooches
Pearl, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches
Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings
Tourmaline, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s French Brooches
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s American Retro Brooches
Diamond, Kunzite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Jade, Pearl, White Gold
Vintage 1970s Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Black Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, Gold...
2010s American Brooches
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Brooches
2010s American Artisan Brooches
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Brooches
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Brooches
Ruby, Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Ruby, Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Wh...
20th Century French Brooches
Coral, Diamond, Gold, Enamel
Early 2000s German Modern Brooches
Diamond, Tsavorite, Onyx, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Contemporary Charm Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cluster Rings
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s German Modern Brooches
Diamond, Onyx, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century French Modern Charm Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold...
Vintage 1960s Brooches
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Ruby, 18k Gold
20th Century English Brooches
White Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Flamingo Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Flamingo 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.