$880,000Sale Price|20% Off
TYPE IIA Golconda type 10 Carat Pear Cut Flawless Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
its extraordinary transparency and unrivaled optical performance . Gracefully shaped in a pear cut
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$60,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.64 Carat D Internally Flawless Pear Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 1.64 Carat D Internally Flawless Pear Cut Diamond Platinum Pavé Band Ring This
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.00 Ct Diamond Internally Flawless 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Diamond of 3,00 carats, in perfect pear cut , I color , Internally Flawless, so sparkly diamond without
Diamond, 18k Gold
$18,400Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.8ct Pear-Cut Diamond Double Halo Stud Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
), flawlessly matched in shape, proportion, and sparkle. Graded VVS clarity and rare D color, each pear-cut
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$16,902Sale Price|20% Off
9.23ct Tanzanite & 0.23ct Diamond Ring-Pear Shape-18KT Gold-GIA Certified-Rare
Located in London, GB
This virtually perfect blue 9.23 carat pear cut tanzanite, with .23 carat flawless diamond accents, is
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
4.350 carat weight of Pear-shaped & Marquise-Shaped Diamond Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
. The seamless transition between the marquise and pear cuts results in a flawless composition, where
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$148,000Sale Price|20% Off
Important Diamond Pendant Necklace — A Masterpiece of Elegance
Located in Chicago, IL
: 41.0 cm Main Stone: 3.00 carat Pear Brilliant Cut Diamond, Flawless, D Color, GIA Certified
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Deco Sailfish Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
approx. 23.3 grams. The center exposes a genuine fancy-cut flawless GIA pear-shaped Blue Aquamarine
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage .39 Carat Pear Cut Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Crownsville, MD
Beautiful and delicate vintage c1980s .39 carat natural no heat deep royal blue pear cut sapphire
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Midcentury GIA Emerald and Pear Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in METAIRIE, LA
Colombian Emerald bordered by a total of 2 carats of Nearly Colorless Nearly Flawless Pear cut Diamonds
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18-Karat Large Emerald Flawless Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A rare important brilliant 18-karat white gold necklace with 11 large natural pear cut emerald
White Gold
7.58ct Rose Brown Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring Internally Flawless GIA
Located in PARIS, FR
7.58 carat GIA certified Internally Flawless Rosé pear cut diamond accented with a pink diamond halo of
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold
Emerald & Diamond Toi et Moi Necklace
By Valentina Fine Jewellery
Located in Sai Kung District, HK
and Internally Flawless Clarity Pear Cut Diamond paired with a 3.60ct Colombian Emerald set in 18K
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Flawless D Color GIA Certified 10.90 Pear Cut Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
FLAWLESS D Color Gia Certified 10.90 Pear Cut Diamond Ring
Diamond, White Diamond
GIA Certified 10 Carat Flawless Pear Cut Fancy Intense Pink Diamond Pendant
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This Antinori di Sanpietro ROMA Jewels Flawless Pear cut diamond center stone 10 carat Fancy
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Platinum
7.47 Carat Bright Blue Green Pear Cut Aquamarine and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
captivating 7.47 carat flawless bright bluish green pear cut natural Aquamarine surrounded by 0.87 carats of
Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
GUCCI black leather & PYTHON NEW BAMBOO Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Gucci 'The New Bamboo' handbag in black python with bamboo turn-lock and bamboo handle. Has a detachable shoulder strap divided in a regular strap and a woven strap with silver-tone ...
Hermes Kelly Depeches 38 Briefcase Electric Blue Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes coveted Kelly Depeches 38 briefcase. Very rare in Electric Blue. Epsom leather with Palladium hardware. Two large accordion compartments. Front wall ha...
$36,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3.60 Carat Cushion Cut Fancy Yellow VVS1 Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This striking three stone engagement ring presents a 3.60 carat cushion cut diamond set in a refined two-tone design. Crafted in 18K white gold with the upper head in 18K yellow gold...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
HERMES black Swift & Tuffetage corduroy BIRKIN 30 COTE-A-COTE Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Birkin 30 Côté-a-Côté in black corduroy with Veau Swift leather trim and gussets. Features palladium plated hardware and cleaning brush for corduroy. Brand new ...
UNWORN Gucci by Tom Ford Black Dragon Pearl Jeweled Mink Fur Evening Bag Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI BY TOM FORD GORGEOUS FUR EVENING BAG WITH STUNNING JEWELED DRAGON DETAIL DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years From one of GUCC...
$10,967Sale Price / set|20% Off
L 0.63 in
3.68 Carat SI/H Pear Emerald Cut Diamond Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Spectrum Jewels is proudly rated as a Top Seller on 1stdibs with 5 star customer reviews. All ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Richard Tyler Couture Size 6 Cranberry Red Burgundy Sequin Vintage Gown
By Richard Tyler, Richard Tyler Couture
Located in San Diego, CA
Phenomenal 90s RICHARD TYLER COUTURE cranberry red / burgundy / maroon fully sequined and beaded silk chiffon evening dress! Features thousands of vibrant hand-sewn sequins and beads...
$1,320Sale Price|20% Off
H 9 in D 3.5 in L 16 in
New Fendi Aspen Shearling and Suede FF Brown Hobo Tote Bag
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Rare Fendi Shearling Aspen Bag Brand New * Stunning Rare Shearling Bag * Rich Soft Chocolate Brown * Full Shearling Lining and Piping * Rope Braided & Leather Strap * Two Front Snap...
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 12.00 Carat Light Pure Pink Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum Vault at Emilio Jewelry New York, Main stone: Gia certified natural 12.00 carat Light Pink diamond with no overtone. Emilio jewelry specializes in creating masterpie...
Pink Diamond
Handmade Art Deco Platinum Ring 4.11 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamond – I/VS2 GIA
Located in New York, NY
This elegant handmade Art Deco ring features a stunning 4.11-carat Old Mine cut diamond, ( Dating pre-1900’s) graded I color and VS2 clarity (GIA certified). The platinum setting, cr...
Diamond, Platinum
Alexander McQueen Slip Dress with Applique Skirt 1990s
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
An adorable black silk slip dress from an early collection of Alexander McQueen's. It has spaghetti straps, a sweetheart neckline and a low cut back. It is semi fitted through a the ...
$4,699
H 6.11 in D 0.79 in L 7.88 in
Hermès Vintage Pola Purse Clutch Evening Bag 2 ways Black Ostrich Golden Hdw
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Rare and Beautiful Authentic Hermès Purse "Pola" Made in France No stamp but vintage Made of Ostrich Leather and Golden Hardware Ostrich is it a resistant leather, and less sub...
Judith Leiber Small Red Alligator Handbag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
BEAUTIFUL Judith Leiber Small Red Alligator Handbag in excellent condition. Red alligator leather exterior trimmed with gold hardware and a top glass gemstone closure. Red satin inte...
Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing brand new with tags Oscar de la Renta silk one shoulder dress! Detailed for $3,200! Featured in the Resort 2009 Oscar Runway Collection (see pictures). One shoulder can be wo...
UNWORN Gucci Limited Edition Flora Print Beaded Embroidered Horsebit Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI FLORAL FLORA BEADED SIGNATURE HORSEBIT BAG LIMITED EDITON - ONLY VERY FEW PIECES WERE PRODUCED OF THIS GORGEOUS BAG AND SOLD IN FLAGSHIP STORES TO A SELECTED ...
Prada Taupe silk organza fairy pant suit, ss 2008
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Prada; Taupe silk organza pant suit with printed illustrations by James Jean. Loosely cut transparent blouse with black ribbon trim, choker, fabric button fastenings and caplet. Slim...
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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