1920s Art Deco Natural Pearl Onyx Diamond Platinum Compact
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite!! Art Deco! Natural pearl, mother of pearl diamond and onyx compact, circa 1920's. Here
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Onyx, Platinum
$38,766Sale Price|40% Off
L 6 in
Antique Art Deco Evening Bag With Compact Mirror of 14K, Platinum, & Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
with vintage allure. A true relic, this piece seamlessly melds platinum and 14k yellow gold, evoking an
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Compact Case Collectible, 18k
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Compact Case Collectible made in 18k yellow gold and Platinum. The case is
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s Cartier White Enamel Compact with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
platinum. Signed by Cartier London Circa 1930s 1 3/4 x 3 1/4 x 7/8 inches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Unavailable
W 2.1 in D 0.44 in L 2.75 in
Art Deco Tiffany Gold and Platinum Ruby and Diamond Compact with Leather Sleeve
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
A tour de force of craftsmanship. From the late 1930's, this lovely compact is designed with gold
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Art Deco Diamond, Onyx, Platinum & Gold Makeup Compact
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Art Deco Diamond, Onyx, Platinum & Gold Makeup Compact with a lovely chain measuring approximately
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Gold and Diamond Compact
Located in New York, NY
A retro woven square gold compact with diamond trim, in 14k and platinum.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Cartier London Diamond Lacquer Compact
By Cartier
Located in San Francisco, CA
An exceptional piece of beauty. The Cartier rectangular gilt silver and black lacquer compact, with
Diamond, Platinum, Gilt Metal
CARTIER Paris Black Lacquer & Diamond Compact Box
By Cartier
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning Cartier Paris compact from the Art Deco (ca1920) era! This beautiful, sleek box is made
Diamond, Platinum, Sterling Silver
Art Deco style diamond emerald platinum target stud earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
pattern that echoes Deco symmetry. Crafted in platinum with refined detail, these compact 1/4 inch
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Gold Platinum Diamond Compact Box
Located in Miami, FL
This authentic Art Deco compact box is crafted in a combination of 14K yellow and rose gold
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Victorian 2.60 carat diamond 18k yellow gold and platinum earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
brilliance with characteristic charm, set in a delicate combination of 18k yellow gold and platinum. Though
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Cartier Engraved Mechanical Compact w/Platinum & Diamond Swallow
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier & Co., Very Amusing Small Mirrored Mechanical 14K Gold Compact Inscribed "Swallow December
Diamond, Platinum, 14k Gold
TIFFANY & CO. Enamel and Diamond Compact
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Art Deco compact by Tiffany & Co. features black enamel all the way around the piece
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Antique Enamel Diamond Gold Platinum Compact
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous octagonal hinged compact. Top and bottom are red guilloche enamel, with rayed pattern
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
1940s Nat Koslow Diamond Sapphire Ruby Gold Compact
Located in Chicago, IL
A superb 1940s 18kt gold, platinum, diamond, ruby and sapphire hand engraved powder case/compact
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Hermes Birkin HSS 35 Bag Bordeaux Porosus Crocodile Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin HSS 35 featured rich Bordeaux in Porosus Crocodile. An exquisite Hermes crocodile handbag in jewel toned deep Bordeaux. Accentuated with gold hardw...
$21,763
Size: FR40 - UK12 - US6
John Galliano black twill evening dress with floral feather appliqués, fw 2005
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ John Galliano archival evening dress ▪ Fall-Winter 2005 ▪ Constructed from black acetate-viscose twill ▪ Silk flower stem shaped inserts ▪ Organza and tulle floral appliqués ▪ De...
$29,244
Size: FR40 - UK12 - US6
John Galliano Ivory Metallic Jacquard Slip Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2003
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
Bias-cut slip dress in ivory and gold-tone viscose blend jacquard, designed by John Galliano for Spring-Summer 2003. The fabric features a woven floral damask motif with metallic thr...
Thierry Mugler Fall 1992 Red Runway Suit Jacket Skirt Museum Worthy
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Iconic rare Collectors Piece. Famously presented on the Thierry Mugler’s Fall/Winter 1992 GLAMOUR PUNK-THE RITZ Collection Runway as well as worn by the gorgeous Monica Bellucci on t...
Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17
By Cartier
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Sold out worldwide with a waitlist extending over a year, this petite timepiece is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Skilfully created in the house's Swiss atelier, it boasts 18-karat ...
Thierry Mugler Black Suit Sculptural Jacket Skirtsuit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning Thierry Mugler skirtsuit, two piece set (jacket and skirt). Black sculptural suit made of high quality wool. Fabulous Thierry Mugler construction, deep V-neck, fitted waist...
$124,418
H 5.52 in W 7.88 in D 3.55 in
Hermès Rouge H Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Rouge H Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm Product Details Xupes Ref: JJLG146 Brand: Hermès Model: Kelly 20cm Type: Top Handle, Shoulder Serial Number: [B] Ag...
Valentino plum silk angel-sleeve evening dress, fw 2002
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
▪ Valentino evening dress ▪ Fall-Winter 2002 ▪ Constructed from two layers of silk in plum and wine ▪ Off-shoulder neckline ▪ Inverted pleats at the shoulder and hips ▪ Angel sleev...
EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
This black silk evening gown by John Galliano, from his Fall/Winter 08/09 Collection is one of those moments: a love letter to the art of couture at its most theatrical and refined. ...
1970's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Velvet Russian Collection Jacket w/Silk Ties
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Yves Saint Laurent Russian collection black velvet jacket with Pierrot collar and black silk cord neck ties. In excellent condition - size tag 40.
Iconic Thierry Mugler Les Infernales SHE DEVIL Runway Dress Black Red
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
In Thierry Mugler’s spectacular “Les Infernales - SHE DEVILS” Collection FW 1988/89, the designer’s flair for drama reaches a smoldering crescendo in this black-and-red masterpiece. ...
$30,605
W 0.75 in L 7.88 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Turquoise, Onyx, Diamond & Gold Bracelet Circa 1965
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A vintage turquoise, onyx & yellow gold bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels, circa 1965. This bracelet is designed as a double row of turquoise beads with polished black onyx rondelles an...
White Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Christian Lacroix Haute-Couture Crimson Draped Silk Chiffon Gown, FW 1999
By Christian Lacroix
Located in London, GB
This Christian Lacroix dress from the Fall-Winter 1999 haute couture collection is an asymmetrical masterpiece crafted in rich crimson silk chiffon. The one-shoulder design features ...
S/S 1996 Atelier Versace Haute Couture Copper Lace Leopard Rhinestone Mini Dress
By Gianni Versace, Atelier Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible leopard print chiffon and copper lace Atelier Versace mini dress, designed by Gianni Versace. From the Spring/Summer 1996 collection, a version of this super...
New $3190 Oscar De La Renta Bordeaux Long Floral Lace Fishtail Skirt US 8
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
Oscar de la Renta floor-length floral lace fishtail skirt. Designer size - 8 Banded natural waist, Long, slightly flared silhouette. Scalloped hem falls to the floor, Back train, Hid...
Cartier 18k Two Tone Gold Bracelet Circa 1960s
By Cartier
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
An original Cartier bracelet crafted in 18k two tone gold, featuring three strands of joined foxtail links in a plaited formation, secured by a hidden tongue and box clasp with a fig...
18k Gold
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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