Cartier Marquise
Vintage 1960s French More Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
1990s Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century European Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century French Retro Fashion Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Pink Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Pink Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
20th Century Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
American Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Cluster Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s American More Earrings
Diamond, Onyx, Gold
Vintage 1980s French Modern More Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century French Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century French More Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1990s Unknown Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1980s French Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Retro Brooches
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s Drop Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1980s European Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Band Rings
Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s French Modern Link Bracelets
Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Onyx, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Late 20th Century French Modern Bangles
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...
1990s French Modern Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Jade, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Band Rings
1990s American Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century French Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century French More Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century French Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century French Engagement Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Cluster Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s French Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1990s Unknown Retro Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cufflinks
Tsavorite, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century French Brooches
Turquoise, Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1960s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
20th Century French Modern Vanity Items
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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.
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