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Vintage 0.80 CTW Old Miner-Cut Diamond Ring in 14K White Gold
Vintage 0.80 CTW Old Miner-Cut Diamond Ring in 14K White Gold

Vintage 0.80 CTW Old Miner-Cut Diamond Ring in 14K White Gold

Located in Houston, TX

Vintage 0.80 CTW Old Miner-Cut Diamond Ring in 14K White Gold A timeless and refined ring crafted

Category

Vintage 1950s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

1 Carat Old Miner Cut Diamond and  Pearl Ring, circa 1880
1 Carat Old Miner Cut Diamond and  Pearl Ring, circa 1880

1 Carat Old Miner Cut Diamond and Pearl Ring, circa 1880

Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL

Pearl and diamond crossover ring. Old Miner cut diamond weighing 1.00 carats. GIA certified: color

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Co 1.16ct Old Miner Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Engagement Ring
Tiffany & Co 1.16ct Old Miner Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Engagement Ring

Tiffany & Co 1.16ct Old Miner Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Engagement Ring

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

stunning 1.04 carat Old Miner cut diamond, graded F color and VS1 clarity, and accompanied by a GIA

Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique .70 Carat Solitaire Miners Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Antique .70 Carat Solitaire Miners Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring

Antique .70 Carat Solitaire Miners Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

sparkling .70 carat round H/VS Miner's cut diamond. The head of the romantic antique ring measures

Category

Early 20th Century American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.26ct Old Miner Cut Diamond & 2.16ct Emerald Three-Stone 18K Gold Ring
2.26ct Old Miner Cut Diamond & 2.16ct Emerald Three-Stone 18K Gold Ring

2.26ct Old Miner Cut Diamond & 2.16ct Emerald Three-Stone 18K Gold Ring

Located in New York, NY

two antique Old Miner Cut diamonds, weighing 1.20 and 1.06 carats respectively. Set in an elegant two

Category

20th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

2.51ct Old European & Old Miner Cut Diamond Edwardian Ring 18K/Platinum
2.51ct Old European & Old Miner Cut Diamond Edwardian Ring 18K/Platinum

2.51ct Old European & Old Miner Cut Diamond Edwardian Ring 18K/Platinum

Located in New York, NY

and warm, romantic brilliance. Surrounding it is a halo of ten Old Miner cut diamonds totaling 1.00

Category

20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

2.18ct Old European & Old Miner Cut Diamond Edwardian Ring 18K/Platinum
2.18ct Old European & Old Miner Cut Diamond Edwardian Ring 18K/Platinum

2.18ct Old European & Old Miner Cut Diamond Edwardian Ring 18K/Platinum

Located in New York, NY

faceting create a captivating, romantic glow. Surrounding it is a halo of ten Old Miner cut diamonds

Category

20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

18 karat gold Antique pearl Engagement ring - Edwardian Old miner cut diamonds
18 karat gold Antique pearl Engagement ring - Edwardian Old miner cut diamonds

18 karat gold Antique pearl Engagement ring - Edwardian Old miner cut diamonds

Located in Antwerp, BE

pearl encircled by ten natural diamonds. Nine of these marvellous beauties are very pretty old miner cut

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Antique Old European Miner Cut Diamond Band in Platinum & 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Antique Old European Miner Cut Diamond Band in Platinum & 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Antique Old European Miner Cut Diamond Band in Platinum & 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Located in Tampa, FL

Antique Old European Miner Cut Diamond Band in Platinum & 18 Karat Yellow Gold This classic 5

Category

Vintage 1920s North American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Victorian French old miner cut diamond ribbon brooch in Silver & solid 18K gold
Victorian French old miner cut diamond ribbon brooch in Silver & solid 18K gold

Victorian French old miner cut diamond ribbon brooch in Silver & solid 18K gold

Located in Antwerp, BE

total weight of 2 carat - 87 rose cut diamonds variating from 1 mm up to 2,5 mm - 11 old miner cut

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique White Gold Deco Engagement Ring with Old Miner Cut Diamonds 1.05cttw
Antique White Gold Deco Engagement Ring with Old Miner Cut Diamonds 1.05cttw

Antique White Gold Deco Engagement Ring with Old Miner Cut Diamonds 1.05cttw

Located in Hicksville, NY

Shape: Old Single Cut Carat Weight: .04ct (Approximate) Color: H Clarity: VS1 Side Stone Details

Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Victorian .55 Carat Old Miner Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
14 Karat Yellow Gold Victorian .55 Carat Old Miner Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

14 Karat Yellow Gold Victorian .55 Carat Old Miner Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in Hicksville, NY

Year: 1890s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.25 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.6 grams Diamond Details: .55ct, Old Mine Brilliant (Antique Cushion), Natur...

Category

Antique 1890s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

1.77ct Old Miner & Old European Cut Diamond Edwardian Ring 18K/Platinum
1.77ct Old Miner & Old European Cut Diamond Edwardian Ring 18K/Platinum

1.77ct Old Miner & Old European Cut Diamond Edwardian Ring 18K/Platinum

Located in New York, NY

Miner cut diamonds totaling 1.00 carat, all graded I color and VS clarity, forming a beautiful floral

Category

20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Old Miner Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring .55cttw - VEG#76
Antique Old Miner Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring .55cttw - VEG#76

Antique Old Miner Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring .55cttw - VEG#76

Located in Hicksville, NY

Item Description: This is a very unique engagement ring with two old miner cut diamonds. The total

Category

Antique Early 1900s Engagement Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.98 Carat Old Miner & Old European Diamond Edwardian Two Tone Gold Ring
1.98 Carat Old Miner & Old European Diamond Edwardian Two Tone Gold Ring

1.98 Carat Old Miner & Old European Diamond Edwardian Two Tone Gold Ring

Located in New York, NY

platinum bezel. Surrounding it is a halo of ten Old Miner Cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.00 carat

Category

20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Rubellite Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
Rubellite Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring

Rubellite Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring

Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL

The ring features an oval rubellite surrounded by 8 old miner cut diamonds weighing approximately 2

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, 14k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Style 0.70 Carat Old Miner Diamond Mermaids Design Ring
Art Deco Style 0.70 Carat Old Miner Diamond Mermaids Design Ring

Art Deco Style 0.70 Carat Old Miner Diamond Mermaids Design Ring

Located in Miami, FL

you want to own & be able to wear a one of a kind piece of art. From the center old miner cut 0.70

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

J. Birnach 18K White Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Garland Necklace
J. Birnach 18K White Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Garland Necklace

J. Birnach 18K White Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Garland Necklace

By J. Birnbach

Located in New York, NY

its heart are 7 stunning old miner-cut diamonds, totaling 2.26 carats, each carefully set to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

18KT Vintage Natural Emeralds & White Sapphires Medallion Dangle Brooch Pin
18KT Vintage Natural Emeralds & White Sapphires Medallion Dangle Brooch Pin

18KT Vintage Natural Emeralds & White Sapphires Medallion Dangle Brooch Pin

Located in New York, NY

Majestic Class. 4.00cts of emeralds & white sapphires brooch pin. Cabochons & Old miner cuts

Category

2010s American Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1930's Ring in 14K Rose Gold
Vintage 1930's Ring in 14K Rose Gold

Vintage 1930's Ring in 14K Rose Gold

By Unbranded

Located in New York, NY

-Diamond: 1.00 ct, old miner cut, VS clarity, G color Original Retail: $ 5000

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco Malachite Bar Diamond Black Onyx Pin Brooch
Art Deco Malachite Bar Diamond Black Onyx Pin Brooch

Art Deco Malachite Bar Diamond Black Onyx Pin Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco Malachite Bar Diamond Black Onyx Pin Brooch Old miner cut diamonds of approximately 7

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, Onyx, White Gold

Diamond & Blue Enamel Medallion Pendant Necklace
Diamond & Blue Enamel Medallion Pendant Necklace

Diamond & Blue Enamel Medallion Pendant Necklace

Located in Webster, NY

Mined Diamond Total Diamond Carat Weight: .82CTW Diamond Cut: Old Miners Cut Color: Average F-H Clarity

Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique 1920s 1.17 Carat European Cut Diamond Platinum Art Deco Ring
Antique 1920s 1.17 Carat European Cut Diamond Platinum Art Deco Ring

Antique 1920s 1.17 Carat European Cut Diamond Platinum Art Deco Ring

Located in Boston, MA

containing 22 Miner cut diamonds that weigh approximately .60ct total. There is a filigree design on the

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Men’s 0.60tcw 3-Stone Old Mine Diamond Ring 18k Gold
Vintage Men’s 0.60tcw 3-Stone Old Mine Diamond Ring 18k Gold

Vintage Men’s 0.60tcw 3-Stone Old Mine Diamond Ring 18k Gold

Located in Miami, FL

carat for a total of 0.60 carat. The diamonds are G/VS+ and are old miner cut. The ring is two tone gold

Category

Vintage 1970s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Toi-et-Moi Ring Crafted in 14k White Gold
Vintage Toi-et-Moi Ring Crafted in 14k White Gold

Vintage Toi-et-Moi Ring Crafted in 14k White Gold

Located in Webster, NY

Weight: Approximately .75 each Center Diamonds Cut: Old Miner Cut Center Diamonds Clarity: SI1-SI2

Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

David Webb 13ct Yellow Sapphire & 1.62ct Diamond Two-Tone Gold Platinum Ring
David Webb 13ct Yellow Sapphire & 1.62ct Diamond Two-Tone Gold Platinum Ring

David Webb 13ct Yellow Sapphire & 1.62ct Diamond Two-Tone Gold Platinum Ring

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

miner–cut yellow sapphire set in a bold bezel, framed by alternating sections of black enamel and pavé

Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

18k Yellow Gold Tiffany & Co. Brooch with Diamonds
18k Yellow Gold Tiffany & Co. Brooch with Diamonds

18k Yellow Gold Tiffany & Co. Brooch with Diamonds

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

-sized diamonds throughout. The principal diamond, an old miner cut, weighs approximately 0.75 carat. All

Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique Ladies Platinum 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Stick Pin Brooch
Antique Ladies Platinum 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Stick Pin Brooch

Antique Ladies Platinum 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Stick Pin Brooch

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

yellow gold antique stick pin with .30 carat miner's cut diamond H/VS is delicately framed in white

Category

Early 20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Diamond Ruby Floral Blossom 14 Karat Rose Gold Artisan Made Earrings
Diamond Ruby Floral Blossom 14 Karat Rose Gold Artisan Made Earrings

Diamond Ruby Floral Blossom 14 Karat Rose Gold Artisan Made Earrings

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

two round faceted .50 carat J/VS Miner's Cut Diamond floral centers and crowned with 1.08 carats

Category

Late 20th Century English Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Edwardian Diamond Emerald 18 Karat White Gold Filigree Ring
Antique Edwardian Diamond Emerald 18 Karat White Gold Filigree Ring

Antique Edwardian Diamond Emerald 18 Karat White Gold Filigree Ring

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

a beautiful 1.60 carat round faceted Miner's Cut diamond highlighted by two faceted .06 carat

Category

Antique 1890s American Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian .70 Ct Old Mine Diamond Ruby Sapphire Three Stone ring 18 KT
Victorian .70 Ct Old Mine Diamond Ruby Sapphire Three Stone ring 18 KT

Victorian .70 Ct Old Mine Diamond Ruby Sapphire Three Stone ring 18 KT

Located in Napoli, IT

, substantially hand fabricated in 18 KT gold, more rose than yellow Centering 1 oval cushion old miner cut

Category

Antique 1870s European Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique 18K Toi et Moi ring, natural diamonds and ruby - you & I engagement ring
Antique 18K Toi et Moi ring, natural diamonds and ruby - you & I engagement ring

Antique 18K Toi et Moi ring, natural diamonds and ruby - you & I engagement ring

Located in Antwerp, BE

old miner cut diamond and a lovely natural deep red ruby. A little fun fact, diamond is the birthstone

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Antique Diamond Platinum Ten Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Antique Diamond Platinum Ten Karat Yellow Gold Ring

Antique Diamond Platinum Ten Karat Yellow Gold Ring

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Set in platinum are twenty three Miner's Cut H/VS diamonds, 1.25 carats total weight, beautifully

Category

Antique 1890s American Late Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Estate Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Filigree Platinum Ring
Vintage Estate Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Filigree Platinum Ring

Vintage Estate Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Filigree Platinum Ring

Located in Southampton, PA

Deco ring features intricate 20k white gold filigree, set with three old miner cut diamonds totaling 2

Category

Vintage 1930s European Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique Vintage Estate Art Deco Diamond Platinum Large Pin Brooch
Antique Vintage Estate Art Deco Diamond Platinum Large Pin Brooch

Antique Vintage Estate Art Deco Diamond Platinum Large Pin Brooch

Located in Southampton, PA

craftsmanship. With Old miner cut round diamonds S1 clarity, I color total weight Approx. 5.80ctw Center diamond

Category

Antique Early 1800s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Ring Platinum Shield 14K Gold Band Antique
Diamond Ring Platinum Shield 14K Gold Band Antique

Diamond Ring Platinum Shield 14K Gold Band Antique

By Estate Jewelry

Located in East Brunswick, NJ

). Seventeen old miner cut diamonds are set with gorgeous milgrained mounting. The center diamond is .10 carat

Category

Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage Estate Diamond Large Amethyst Art Deco Platinum Pendant Necklace
Vintage Estate Diamond Large Amethyst Art Deco Platinum Pendant Necklace

Vintage Estate Diamond Large Amethyst Art Deco Platinum Pendant Necklace

Located in Southampton, PA

, luxury, and classic 1920s glamour. With Approx 1.50ct Round Old Miner Cut And Large Amethyst: 20mm x 22mm

Category

Early 20th Century American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Era Platinum and 14K White Gold Diamond Brooch Pin #16451
Antique Edwardian Era Platinum and 14K White Gold Diamond Brooch Pin #16451

Antique Edwardian Era Platinum and 14K White Gold Diamond Brooch Pin #16451

Located in Washington Depot, CT

clasp are marked 14K and brooch has been tested as platinum. 30 old miner cut diamonds set in platinum

Category

Antique Early 1900s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

14.60 Carat Edwardian Brooch Pin / Necklace
14.60 Carat Edwardian Brooch Pin / Necklace

14.60 Carat Edwardian Brooch Pin / Necklace

Located in Miami, FL

58 Old Miner Cut diamonds weighing approximately 14.60 carats total, H-I color, VS-SI clarity. The

Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Sapphire Diamond Ring 3.28 Carat
Sapphire Diamond Ring 3.28 Carat

Sapphire Diamond Ring 3.28 Carat

$8,040Sale Price|33% Off

Sapphire Diamond Ring 3.28 Carat

Located in North Hollywood, CA

scallops it has sapphires. This is the real deal! This ring is set with one (1) center old miner cut round

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

14k White Gold 2.9ct Diamond Engagement Ring
14k White Gold 2.9ct Diamond Engagement Ring

14k White Gold 2.9ct Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in Boca Raton, FL

: This ring showcases a single old miner cut diamond weighing approximately 2.9 carats. Color and Clarity

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

4.60tcw 18K Natural Sapphire & Diamond Vintage Ring
4.60tcw 18K Natural Sapphire & Diamond Vintage Ring

4.60tcw 18K Natural Sapphire & Diamond Vintage Ring

Located in Jupiter, FL

with excellent eye clarity and luster. Numerous old miner cut diamonds are firmly pave set, covering

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Emerald Earrings Ring Pendant Set 18K White Gold
Diamond Emerald Earrings Ring Pendant Set 18K White Gold

Diamond Emerald Earrings Ring Pendant Set 18K White Gold

By Estate Jewelry

Located in East Brunswick, NJ

10mm x 7mm (2.60 carats). One old miner cut diamond on the top and two single cut diamonds are

Category

Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

VICTORIAN 1890 Dangle Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold Precious-Opals & Diamonds
VICTORIAN 1890 Dangle Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold Precious-Opals & Diamonds

VICTORIAN 1890 Dangle Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold Precious-Opals & Diamonds

Located in Miami, FL

about 3.26 carats. Diamonds: Mounted in flush settings, with 20 European rose old-miners cuts diamonds

Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Black Opal, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

J. Birnbach Half-Moon and Old Miner 5.17 Carat Chandelier Drop Earrings
J. Birnbach Half-Moon and Old Miner 5.17 Carat Chandelier Drop Earrings

J. Birnbach Half-Moon and Old Miner 5.17 Carat Chandelier Drop Earrings

By J. Birnbach

Located in New York, NY

Earrings, featuring 6.19 carats of dazzling old mine and half-moon cut diamonds. These luxurious earrings

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

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Miners Cut For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate miners cut for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 21 vintage or 2 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a miners cut from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Today, if you’re looking for an old mine cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cushion cut alternatives. Finding a miners cut for sale for women should be easy, but there are 4 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Miners Cut?

On average, a miners cut at 1stDibs sells for $3,275, while they’re typically $480 on the low end and $45,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.