Platinum Collar
Antique Mid-19th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s French Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century European Brooches
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1990s American Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Early 2000s Italian Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1880s Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1970s English Modernist Chain Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
20th Century American Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century British Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
1990s American Modern Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century English Belle Époque Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
20th Century American Modern Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
20th Century American Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
1990s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1990s Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Fire Opal, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Link Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century American Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
20th Century American Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Platinum
Vintage 1950s Brooches
Diamond, Platinum, White Gold
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Unknown Cufflinks
Crystal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s American Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s American Art Deco More Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
French Link Necklaces
Late 20th Century French Revival Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Early 20th Century Collectible Jewelry
Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Unknown More Necklaces
Diamond, Peridot, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cufflinks
Ruby, Platinum
Mid-20th Century French Modern Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Choker Necklaces
White Diamond, Platinum
1990s American Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century French Choker Necklaces
White Diamond, Platinum
20th Century More Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.