Hope Diamond
Late 20th Century Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1990s Models and Miniatures
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century More Jewelry
20th Century More Jewelry
21st Century and Contemporary English Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
20th Century More Jewelry
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Modern Bridal Rings
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Drop Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
Early 2000s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enam...
2010s Indian Band Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Indian Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel, Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Empire Bridal Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Necklaces
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Empire Bridal Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Necklaces
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Band Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Necklaces
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Blue Diamond
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Rings
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Brown Diamond, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s American Modern Stud Earrings
Brown Diamond, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Fashion Rings
Black Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Early 18th Century British Georgian Brooches
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s British Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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How Much is a Hope 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.
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