Halo Top
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Mid-20th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Wedding Rings
Turquoise, Pearl, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Bronze
1990s Hong Kong Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Jade
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1990s Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings
Moonstone, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Early 20th Century Dangle Earrings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
20th Century Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1870s Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Spinel, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s American Contemporary Cluster Rings
Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Unknown Modern Bridal Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Black Jade, Diamond, Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 1970s British Retro Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Drop Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Italian Dining Room Tables
Brass
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
18k Gold
Antique 1890s American Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Pink Sapphire, Peridot, Diamond, White Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Rose...
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1980s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Suits, Outfits and Ensembles
2010s Italian Vases
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1980s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings
White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
1980s Contemporary Figurative Photography
Photographic Paper
1990s Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow 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.