$350,000
Harry Winston Diamond Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Harry Winston Diamond Bracelet A unique Harry Winston diamond bracelet set with round, marquise, baguette, and tapered baguette-cut diamonds, Accompanied by Harry Winston certific...
Diamond, Platinum
$156,800Sale Price|20% Off
Harry Winston 4.50 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in Chicago, IL
A timeless symbol of elegance and craftsmanship, this exceptional Harry Winston diamond engagement ring showcases a breathtaking 4 carat natural round brilliant cut diamond set in pl...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Diamond Bow Brooch In Platinum.
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Equipped with double pin with clasp and a snap in latch. Inscribed: Winston, Platinum, Pt950, OR. There are 104 round brilliant cut diamonds with total weight of approximately 18.00c...
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Diamond Brooch in Platinum
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Classic, Harry Winston Diamond Brooch in Platinum. Circa 1965.
Diamond, Platinum
$300,000 / set
Harry Winston Diamond Brooch and Earrings Set
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Harry Winston Diamond Brooch and Earrings Set A brooch and earrings set featuring pear, round, marquise and baguette cut diamonds set in platinum.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Harry Winston Symbols Platinum 0.72ct Diamond Cross Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in Southampton, PA
It is exquisitely crafted in 950 platinum and embellished with 12 round brilliant diamonds and five baguette diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston 18k White Gold Channel-Set Baguette Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Embodying the unrivaled glamour and exquisite craftsmanship of the "King of Diamonds," this authentic Harry Winston eternity band is a timeless masterpiece.
Harry Winston Jacques Timey Vintage Sapphire Diamond Bib Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Gemstone Details: 19 Sugarloaf Burma No Heat sapphires Total Weight: 135-145 carats Origin: Burma Certification: SSEF Diamonds: Total Weight: 45-50 carats Color/Clarity: G-H/VS Metal...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Harry Winston 2.02 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring GIA, circa 1980s
By Harry Winston
Located in Simpsonville, SC
These side stones add a touch of sophistication and symmetry, creating a balanced and harmonious design. The classic round brilliant-cut center diamond, paired with the geometric pr...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
White Gold Diamond Chandelier Earring Round Brilliant Cut & Baguette 10.00ct
Located in Great Neck, NY
Each earring begins with a diamond cluster top of round brilliants, leading to a structural row of tapered baguettes that form the elegant upper tier.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Burmese Ruby Diamond Cluster Earrings Platinum PT950 12.25 Carats
Located in Great Neck, NY
Metal: Platinum Weight 19.00 grams, 18k White Gold Pushback Rubies: 5.45ct Burma (vivid red, eye-clean) Diamonds: 6.80ct F-VS (premium baguettes + round brilliants) Design: 3-dimensi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum, Gold
Statement 18K White Gold South Sea Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ribbon Necklace 18.0ct
Located in Great Neck, NY
These clusters feature a precise arrangement of baguette, round brilliant, and marquise-cut diamonds, each individually hand-set to achieve perfect proportion and radiance.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pea...
Exceptional Art Deco Platinum 3.75 TCW Diamond Bracelet Watch
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Fabulous, substantial design with a central diamond three row rectangular panel of baguette diamonds flanked by full cut round diamonds, surrounded by flute shaped...
Diamond, Platinum
$26,360Sale Price|20% Off
Paul Flato 1940 Deco Retro Brooch Platinum 27.09 Ctw Color Sapphires & Diamonds
By Paul Flato
Located in Miami, FL
Diamonds: Mount in flat settings with 12 European round brilliant cut diamonds 0.84 carats, white colorless E/F color, VS-1 clarity.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow S...
Harry Winston Symbols Platinum Diamond Cross Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in Broomall, PA
Exquisitely crafted in 950 platinum, it is set with 12 round brilliant diamonds and five baguette diamonds totaling 0.72 carats, channel- and pavé-set along the arms for a clean, lin...
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Diamond Engagement Ring Round 2.30 cts F VS2 With Baguettes
By Harry Winston
Located in San Diego, CA
Harry Winston Classic Winston Round Brilliant Engagement Ring with Tapered Baguette Side Stones Style: 3-Stone Ref. number: RGDPRD010TB Metal: Platinum PT950 Size: 4.75 sizable T...
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Platinum Eternity Baguette Round Diamond Band Ring 1.85cts TW
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Ring Specifications Brand: Harry Winston Style: Classic Bands-Channel set Hallmarks: PT950 115390 HW Metal: Platinum Weight: 3.9 grams Finger Size: 6 ( Cannot be resized) Number Of D...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Round and Baguette Diamonds White Gold Dome Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in Southampton, PA
A fabulous fusion of elegant golden sheen and lustrous diamond brilliance, this extravagant ring from Harry Winston offers an incredibly luxurious look.
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Harry Winston Platinum Round Diamond Engagement Ring w/Baguettes 2.01ct TW FVS1
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Ring Specifications Brand: Harry Winston Style: Classic Hallmarks: HW PT950 1.77 Metal: Platinum, Set in claw prongs Finger Size : 6 ( Can be resized) Weight: 5.3 grams Estimated ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Platinum Diamond Classic Tapered Baguette Ring 1.51ct E/VS2
By Harry Winston
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A captivating platinum diamond engagement ring by Harry Winston from the Classic collection.
Diamond, Platinum
2.34Ct F VS1 Round Brilliant Harry Winston Diamond Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite 2.34ct F color VS1 clarity round brilliant diamond is set in a Harry Winston signed platinum band with tapered baguette side stones.
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Symbols Platinum 0.72ct Diamond Cross Necklace HW21-112624
By Harry Winston
Located in Southampton, PA
It is exquisitely crafted in 950 platinum and embellished with 12 round brilliant diamonds and five baguette diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
1960s Harry Winston by Jacques Timey Diamond Platinum Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in Greenwich, CT
Designed by Jacques Timey for Harry Winston. This sculptural design presents a stunning arrangement of round, and baguette shaped diamonds, handset at varying angles to capture the l...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Emerald and Diamond Ear Clips in Platinum, By HARRY WINSTON.
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
The details are as follows : Emeralds weighing 7.32 carats and 6.91 carats Diamonds weighing a total of approx 6.05 carats ( FG color and VS clarity ) 38 Baguette diamonds weighing :...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Emerald and Diamond Ear Clips in Platinum, By HARRY WINSTON.
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
The details are as follows : Emeralds weighing 7.32 carats and 6.91 carats Diamonds weighing a total of approx 6.05 carats ( FG color and VS clarity ) 38 Baguette diamonds weighing :...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Harry Winston GIA Certified Three Stone Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring 2.19ctw
By Harry Winston
Located in Newport Beach, CA
This beautiful classic Harry Winston ring features a GIA certified 1.90ct F/VS1 triple excellent round brilliant cut diamond set in a Harry Winston platinum three stone setting accen...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 2.23 Carat F VS1 Diamond Harry Winston Platinum Engagement Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
GIA certified 2.23ct F/VS1 diamond, set in Harry Winston platinum ring, with two side tapered baguettes. Ring size - 5.25. Marked: Platinum, 2.23, Winston. Weight - 4.5 grams.
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Diamond Platinum Ring 1.29 Carat D/IF GIA
By Harry Winston
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless and elegant ring created by Harry Winston. Classic design, perfect proportions, the best quality diamond!
White Diamond, Platinum
Sold
W 0.39 in D 0.55 in L 0.79 in
HARRY WINSTON Clips On Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 2.56 Ctw In Diamonds
By Harry Winston
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of clips earrings designed by Harry Winston. A gorgeous everyday pair of clips earrings, created in New York City by Harry Winston.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Harry Winston 2.02 Carat E Color VS1 Round Diamond Engagement Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in New York City, NY
Impressive diamond and platinum engagement ring by Harry Winston. Features very high grade central stone, E color, VS1 clarity, 2.02cts total weight, accented by equally high grade b...
Diamond
Harry Winston Colored Diamond and Diamond Earrings
By Harry Winston
Located in Weston, MA
Soft shades of rose gold and delicate hued pink diamonds combine in these graceful earrings. Each is of bombé form set with round pink diamonds crisscrossed by rows of baguette diamo...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Fine Art Deco Hamilton 4.8 Carat Diamond Platinum Dress Watch
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Deco period Hamilton platinum, 4.8 TCW diamond dress watch with a wide double row platinum and diamond bracelet band, high style X-form diamond details and substantial ba...
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Traffic Large Diamond Pendant and Earrings Set
By Harry Winston
Located in DALLAS, TX
Traffic large diamond pendant with 2 = baguettes and 8 = round brilliant cut diamonds approximately 1.45ctw in platinum with 16" 14k white gold wheat chain. Complimentary diamond ear...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Harry Winston 2.30 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted in platinum (PT950), this classic design features a magnificent 1.84 carat natural round brilliant cut diamond at its center, accompanied by two tapered baguette cut diamonds...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum 7.20cttw Diamond Double Clip Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Prepare to be enchanted by the sheer elegance and versatility of this Tiffany & Co. diamond brooch. Crafted in exquisite platinum, this remarkable piece showcases a stunning display ...
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Platinum 0.71 ct Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in Southampton, PA
One can't deny the exquisite elegance of this diamond engagement ring. The 2mm slender band is fashioned from platinum and topped with a 0.71 ct diamond center stone. The solitary ce...
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston 0.75 Carat Diamond F-VVS2-3Ex Platinum Brilliant Love Ring US4 1/4
By Harry Winston
Located in Tokyo, JP
■ Item Number: 22270404 ■ Brand: HARRY WINSTON ■ Product Name: Brilliant Love Ring ■ Reference Number: - ■ Material: 0.75ct Diamond (F-VVS2-3Ex) / 20P Side Diamonds / PT950 Platinum ...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Midcentury Platinum Diamond Bow Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Classic platinum open circa and bow brooch, by Cartier, circa 1950s. The brooch is set with approximately 5ctw in G/VS baguette diamonds. Measures 1.75" in diameter. Marked Cartier ...
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston .56 Carat VVS1/F Diamond Solitaire Platinum Engagement Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum .56ct Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring by Harry Winston. With 1 round brilliant cut diamond VVS1 clarity F color. Cut, Polish, Symmetry Excellent Fluorescence NONE This ri...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1.89Ct Diamond and Platinum Bow Brooch Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 1.89 carat diamond and platinum bow brooch; part of our antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive diamond ...
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Diamond Micropavé Platinum Ring US 4.25 HW Certificate Dec 2015
By Harry Winston
Located in Tokyo, JP
■ Item Number: 30450618 ■ Retail Price: - ■ Brand: HARRY WINSTON ■ Product Name: The One, Round Brilliant Diamond Micropave Engagement Ring ■ Reference Number: - ■ Material: 1P Diamo...
Diamond, Platinum
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
Harry Winston 2.34 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in Chicago, IL
A timeless and elegant engagement ring by Harry Winston, crafted in platinum and centered with a superb 2.34 carat natural round brilliant cut diamond, GIA certified. The center sto...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Art Deco Diamond Bracelet
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Diamond Art Deco Bracelet weighing 64.3 grams, 7 inches in length and 0.80 inches in width. The bracelet is further enhanced with a total of 521 Round Brilliant Cut diamonds and 64 B...
Diamond, Platinum
Estate Diamond Platinum Brooch and Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This brooch is a sparkler! 16.74 carats of colorless VS quality emerald, pear and round cut diamonds create this special brooch. Set in platinum with a double pin stem clasp. This ma...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vinatge 15.51 Carat Diamond Platinum Floral Motif Lapel Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning vintage 1960s lapel brooch of opulent aesthetic and unmatched sophistication depicts a very precious floral bouquet with marquise diamonds simulating flowers and bud...
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston 2.88 Carat E VS1 Round Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in Geneva, CH
2.88 Carat E color and VS1 clarity according to Gubelin Report 11010171. Round cut Diamond White Gold Solitaire Ring. Made by Harry Winston.
Diamond, White Gold
Asprey 18k White Gold Diamond Bracelet, 5.77ct TDW, England, Women's
By Asprey
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A scintillating 18k white gold diamond bracelet by Asprey. The bracelet is set to the centre with a marquise cut diamond with an approximate weight of 0.38ct, E-F colour and VS clari...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2 Ctw Harry Winston Engagement Diamond Ring Platinum Three Stone
By Harry Winston
Located in Puyallup, WA
This three stone Harry Winston diamond engagement ring is crafted from platinum. It features three natural diamonds. The center diamond is GIA certified. It's 1.60 carat, color F, an...
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston 0.71 Carat Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in Platinum
By Harry Winston
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Harry Winston platinum round diamond solitaire engagement ring. The center stone of this ring is a 0.71 carat round diamond with E color and VVS2 clarity accompanied by a GIA report...
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston 0.70ct F VS1 Round Brilliant Platinum Engagement Ring US-3 3/4
By Harry Winston
Located in Tokyo, JP
■ Product Number: 30680907 ■ Retail Price: - ■ Brand: Harry Winston ■ Product Name: Solitaire, Round Brilliant Engagement Ring ■ Ref.: - ■ Material: 1PDiamond(D0.70ct F-VS1-3EX), Pt9...
Diamond, Platinum
Hermès Birkin 30 Sellier Epsom Bleu Royal Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, BE
Hermès Birkin sellier 30 in bleu royal and epsom leather with gold hardware. The bag is unworn and comes as full set including the original receipt. Stamp U (2022)
$13,055
H 0.87 in W 0.87 in Dm 0.87 in
Chanel 1989 Montre Mademoiselle 16 cm Yellow Gold Pearls bracelet Watch M
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Mademoiselle model watch, square yellow gold case, quartz movement, white background with Roman numeral indexes, crown with a small half pearl, yellow gold and pearl bracelet,...
Pearl, Yellow Gold
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Ivory Beaded Silk Bridal Wedding Gown w.Shawl
By Eavis & Brown
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Les Habitudes / Eavis & Brown Couture created, entirely hand-made in a London atelier Wedding gown with matching shawl Vintage 1990's Photographs a little "whiter" than it looks ...
Hermes Birkin 35 Diamond Blanc Himalaya Matte Crocodile Limited Edition Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers the Hermès Diamond Blanc Himalaya Birkin 35 representing the ultimate expression of rarity and refined craftsmanship. It unites artistry and nature through meticulo...
$225Sale Price / item|50% Off
Turquoise Center Unisex Ring Framed with Sparkling Zircon Set in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This Bold Turquoise Center Unisex Ring Framed with Sparkling Zircan handcrafted ring featuring a vibrant oval shaped turquoise cabochon at its center. The rich blue hue of the natura...
Turquoise, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
HERMES Marron Fonce SHINY CROC KELLY 32 SELLIER Bag GHW
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Kelly 32 Sellier Bag in Marron is exquisitely crafted from shiny porosus crocodile leather, showcasing a rich, deep brown hue with a luminous finish. Const...
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...
Van Cleef and Arpels 5 motif bracelet in guilloche gold and diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, England
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra bracelet 5 motifs in 18K yellow gold and Diamonds. This VCA bracelet in guilloché 18K yellow gold and diamonds. Comes with makers box and a recen...
Diamond, 18k Gold
HERMES Craie cream Epsom leather BIRKIN 25 SELLIER Tote Bag w PHW
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Birkin 25 Sellier bag in Craie (chalk white) Veau Epsom leather, a crisp and architectural expression of the house’s most coveted icon. Crafted in the structure...
1970 Hermes Black Supple Box Leather Kelly Bag
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Vintage black box leather 32cm supple Kelly bag with gold hardware. Dates from 1970, as told by the Z blind stamp. Top handle, lock and key fob. Very minor scuffing on surface on maj...
$98,801
H 4.34 in W 5.91 in D 1.97 in
Hermès Special Order Vintage Convertible Kelly 15cm Sellier with Constance Belt
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Vert Moyen Lizard Leather Special Order Vintage Convertible Kelly 15cm Sellier with Constance Belt Product Details Xupes Ref: JJLG117 Brand: Hermès Model: Kelly 15cm Type: To...
HERMES black Box leather KELLY 25 SELLIER Bag Phw
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Kelly 25 Sellier bag in Noir (black) Veau Box leather is a true collector's piece, crafted from one of Hermès' most coveted and rare leathers. Veau Box lea...
Hermes Birkin 35 HSS Gris Tourterelle Bleu Paon Tri-Colour Special Order Rare
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an exceptional Hermes Birkin 35 HSS Special Order in coveted Gris Tourterelle Togo leather, distinguished by purple contrast stitching and a spectacular Bleu Paon i...
Dior Saddle 2019 Mini Satin Icy Blue Grey Crystal Embellished Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This Dior Saddle Bag is a stunning mini crafted in a luxurious icy grayish blue satin. Cinderella would approve! The bag features the iconic Saddle silhouette with its curved design ...
$110,332
H 7.88 in W 9.85 in D 5.12 in
Hermès Black Shiny Niloticus Crocodile Leather Birkin 25cm Retourne
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Black Shiny Niloticus Crocodile Leather Birkin 25cm Retourne Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1628 Brand: Hermès Model: Birkin 25cm Type: Tote Serial Number: X Age: 2016 Accompan...
$26,920
H 8 in W 4.5 in D 1.75 in
Chanel 2014 Resort Limited Edition Transparent Bottle Minaudière Clutch Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Resort Limited Edition Transparent Bottle Minaudière Clutch Bag Iconic Chanel no.5 perfume bottle bag made from transparent plexiglass, and attached interwoven lambskin leath...
Among the famed gemstones that Harry Winston (1896–1978) encountered over the course of his career was the Hope diamond, which he donated to the Smithsonian Institution in 1958. Today, Winston is regarded as the “King of Diamonds” and the “Jeweler to the Stars” as one of the first to recognize the branding power of lending glitzy earrings, necklaces and other fine jewelry for red-carpet events.
Winston’s father had immigrated to New York from Ukraine and ran a small jewelry shop where a young Harry learned about precious stones, enough, the story goes, to identify a real emerald in a heap of pawnshop jewelry at the age of 12. His early success involved turning that eye to estate sale collections that he transformed by freeing gemstones from dated ornamentation, giving them new cuts and modern settings. He opened Harry Winston Inc. in 1932, where he influenced 20th-century-jewelry trends by always elevating the stones rather than adding the lavish decorations that had pervaded jewelry in the 19th century.
The first of the celebrated diamonds to be purchased by Winston was the 726-carat uncut Jonker, acquired in 1935. Many others followed, including the 726.60-carat Vargas from Brazil which, in 1938, he tracked down across multiple continents after he read a brief newspaper notice about its discovery. The rarity and beauty of the gemstones he pursued and presented in his boutiques made the Winston brand synonymous with excellence.
Winston was also a pioneer of marketing as the first jeweler to dress an Academy Awards nominee when he loaned some diamond jewelry to Jennifer Jones for the 1944 Oscar ceremony. Winston was renowned for his eye for the finest of gemstones and the ability to design pieces in order to best flaunt their natural dazzle. He regularly showed off his collection in touring exhibitions, such as the 1949 “Court of Jewels,” which featured the Hope diamond. His storied past and long legacy is continued by the House of Harry Winston and its salons in Japan, the United Kingdom and elsewhere.
On 1stDibs, find a stunning collection of Harry Winston jewelry that includes bracelets, wedding rings, engagement rings and other accessories.
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.