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Platinum Vintage Pery Diamond Ladies Watch
Platinum Vintage Pery Diamond Ladies Watch

Platinum Vintage Pery Diamond Ladies Watch

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Movement: manual wind Function: hours, minutes Case: 15mm platinum, diamond bezel Band: platinum

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Platinum Diamond Ladies Watch, 2.25ct Natural Diamonds
Vintage Platinum Diamond Ladies Watch, 2.25ct Natural Diamonds

Vintage Platinum Diamond Ladies Watch, 2.25ct Natural Diamonds

Located in London, GB

Indulge in timeless elegance with this exquisite vintage ladies watch, beautifully crafted in a

Category

Early 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Platinum Diamond Ladies Watch, 1.80ct Natural Diamonds
Vintage Platinum Diamond Ladies Watch, 1.80ct Natural Diamonds

Vintage Platinum Diamond Ladies Watch, 1.80ct Natural Diamonds

Located in London, GB

Indulge in timeless elegance with this exquisite vintage ladies watch, beautifully crafted in a

Category

Vintage 1920s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Longines Watch Art Deco Platinum Ladies Watch
Longines Watch Art Deco Platinum Ladies Watch

Longines Watch Art Deco Platinum Ladies Watch

By Longines

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

: Diamonds Hallmarks: 10% irid plat A Longines watch from Art Deco era, made of platinum and diamond. 
The

Category

Vintage 1920s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Diamond Platinum Ladies Cocktail Watch
Antique Art Deco Diamond Platinum Ladies Cocktail Watch

Antique Art Deco Diamond Platinum Ladies Cocktail Watch

Located in Miami, FL

Antique Art Deco Diamond Platinum Ladies Cocktail Watch 1920s Swiss Mechanical Authentic 1920s

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Hamilton 4.80cts Diamond Platinum Ladies Cocktail Watch
Antique Hamilton 4.80cts Diamond Platinum Ladies Cocktail Watch

Antique Hamilton 4.80cts Diamond Platinum Ladies Cocktail Watch

By Hamilton

Located in Miami, FL

, blending timeless sophistication with fine craftsmanship. Crafted in solid platinum, the watch features an

Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Platinum & 9ct White Gold Diamond Ladies Watch
Vintage Platinum & 9ct White Gold Diamond Ladies Watch

Vintage Platinum & 9ct White Gold Diamond Ladies Watch

Located in London, GB

combination of platinum case and 9ct white gold strap. Adorned with sparkling diamonds, this watch epitomizes

Category

2010s British Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Cartier Vintage Diamond Platinum Collectible Ladies  Dress Watch
Cartier Vintage Diamond Platinum Collectible Ladies  Dress Watch

Cartier Vintage Diamond Platinum Collectible Ladies Dress Watch

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

This exquisite vintage Cartier ladies' diamond watch, crafted from luxurious platinum, is a true

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Platinum and Diamond Cocktail Watch, Ladies Wristwatch
Vintage Platinum and Diamond Cocktail Watch, Ladies Wristwatch

Vintage Platinum and Diamond Cocktail Watch, Ladies Wristwatch

Located in NEWARK, GB

This exquisite Art Deco ladies watch is crafted from dazzling diamonds and precious platinum

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Ladies Art Deco Platinum Diamond Onyx Wrist Watch
Ladies Art Deco Platinum Diamond Onyx Wrist Watch

Ladies Art Deco Platinum Diamond Onyx Wrist Watch

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Art Deco diamond and onyx watch head set in newer triple-strand band of onyx beads with diamond

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 1.30 Carat Diamond Platinum Ladies Cocktail Watch
Art Deco 1.30 Carat Diamond Platinum Ladies Cocktail Watch

Art Deco 1.30 Carat Diamond Platinum Ladies Cocktail Watch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Deco 1.30 carat diamond and platinum ladies cocktail

Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Nouveau Ladies Wrist Watch, Platinum with Diamonds
Antique Art Nouveau Ladies Wrist Watch, Platinum with Diamonds

Antique Art Nouveau Ladies Wrist Watch, Platinum with Diamonds

Located in Berlin, DE

Antique Art Nouveau ladies watch, platinum with diamonds. Case and strap are studded with diamonds

Category

Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Bucherer Ladies Wrist Watch
Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Bucherer Ladies Wrist Watch

Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Bucherer Ladies Wrist Watch

By Bucherer

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1920s Bucherer Art Deco Ladies Wrist Watch, 22 x 10 M.M. 2 piece Platinum case, with the

Category

Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1920s Art Deco 1.50 Carat Diamond Ladies Platinum Watch
1920s Art Deco 1.50 Carat Diamond Ladies Platinum Watch

1920s Art Deco 1.50 Carat Diamond Ladies Platinum Watch

Located in New York, NY

A truly enchanting antique timepiece, this delicate manual platinum watch captures timeless romance

Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Company 1920s Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch
Tiffany & Company 1920s Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch

Tiffany & Company 1920s Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1920s Tiffany & Company retailed Platinum and Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch, 18 x 18 M.M

Category

Vintage 1920s Swiss Edwardian Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1940's Rolex Ladies Vintage Cocktail Watch - Platinum & Diamonds
1940's Rolex Ladies Vintage Cocktail Watch - Platinum & Diamonds

1940's Rolex Ladies Vintage Cocktail Watch - Platinum & Diamonds

By Rolex

Located in Suwanee, GA

. 1940's ROLEX Ladies Vintage Cocktail Watch - Platinum & Diamonds Very Rare & Beautiful

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Leroy Ladies Platinum Art Deco Articulated Diamond Dress Watch
Leroy Ladies Platinum Art Deco Articulated Diamond Dress Watch

Leroy Ladies Platinum Art Deco Articulated Diamond Dress Watch

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Leroy STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Evening Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum and

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Déco Ladies’ Watch in Platinum with Diamonds – 1920s/30s
Art Déco Ladies’ Watch in Platinum with Diamonds – 1920s/30s

Art Déco Ladies’ Watch in Platinum with Diamonds – 1920s/30s

Located in Milano, MI

Exquisite ladies’ watch from the Art Déco period, crafted in platinum hallmarked “PLATINA” and

Category

Early 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Vintage "Benson London" Ladies Watch with 8 Cut Diamonds
Platinum Vintage "Benson London" Ladies Watch with 8 Cut Diamonds

Platinum Vintage "Benson London" Ladies Watch with 8 Cut Diamonds

Located in Antwerp, BE

Platinum Vintage "Benson London" Ladies Watch With Rose Cut Diamonds Movement: mechanical with

Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Ladies Elongated Diamond Platinum and Gold Wrist Watch
Antique Ladies Elongated Diamond Platinum and Gold Wrist Watch

Antique Ladies Elongated Diamond Platinum and Gold Wrist Watch

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Elegant elongated platinum rectangular head with diamond frame with hinged pierced diamond garland

Category

Early 20th Century Late Victorian Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Platinum

Antique Platinum Diamond Omega Ladies Wrist Watch Vintage Art Deco
Antique Platinum Diamond Omega Ladies Wrist Watch Vintage Art Deco

Antique Platinum Diamond Omega Ladies Wrist Watch Vintage Art Deco

Located in Greer, SC

rectangular platinum case measuring 13.62 by 13.21 mm with bead set round diamond lugs. Eleven ( 11 ) natural

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Platinum Diamond Sapphire Watch from 1930's
Vacheron Constantin Ladies Platinum Diamond Sapphire Watch from 1930's

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Platinum Diamond Sapphire Watch from 1930's

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Long Beach, CA

: Platinum / Diamonds / Sapphire DIMENSIONS: Length 50mm X Width 14mm CIRCA: 1930's / 1930's MOVEMENT

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Ladies Platinum & Gold Longines Natural Diamond & Sapphire Manual Cocktail Watch
Ladies Platinum & Gold Longines Natural Diamond & Sapphire Manual Cocktail Watch

Ladies Platinum & Gold Longines Natural Diamond & Sapphire Manual Cocktail Watch

By Longines

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare Vintage Ladies Collectable Longines Movement, platinum top and 18k White Gold caseback

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum

Mauboussin Paris Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch C. 1920
Mauboussin Paris Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch C. 1920

Mauboussin Paris Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch C. 1920

By Mauboussin

Located in Boston, MA

complemented by a platinum band, adorned with European-cut diamonds weighing 3.68 carats, also graded G in

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Movado Ladies Platinum Diamond Mid Century Manual Winding Dress Watch
Movado Ladies Platinum Diamond Mid Century Manual Winding Dress Watch

Movado Ladies Platinum Diamond Mid Century Manual Winding Dress Watch

By Movado

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Movado Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Diamond Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch
Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch

Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1920s Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Wrist Watch, 26 X 9 M.M. 2 Piece Platinum

Category

Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum ladies watch decorated with enamel and with old single cut diamonds
Platinum ladies watch decorated with enamel and with old single cut diamonds

Platinum ladies watch decorated with enamel and with old single cut diamonds

Located in The Hague, ZH

Platinum ladies watch decorated with enamel and set with old single cut diamonds up to 1.00ct - F/G

Category

Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, Enamel

Vintage 2.16 Carat Diamond, Platinum and 18k White Gold Ladies Watch Circa 1940
Vintage 2.16 Carat Diamond, Platinum and 18k White Gold Ladies Watch Circa 1940

Vintage 2.16 Carat Diamond, Platinum and 18k White Gold Ladies Watch Circa 1940

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

interior, securing with a push fit box. This vintage diamond ladies' watch in platinum, epitomises refined

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Art Deco 2.04 Carat Diamond and Platinum Ladies Fob Watch Circa 1940
Vintage Art Deco 2.04 Carat Diamond and Platinum Ladies Fob Watch Circa 1940

Vintage Art Deco 2.04 Carat Diamond and Platinum Ladies Fob Watch Circa 1940

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning vintage Art Deco 2.04 carat diamond and platinum ladies fob watch brooch; part of our

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hamilton Platinum Ladies Art Deco Styled Diamond Dress Watch, circa 1940s
Hamilton Platinum Ladies Art Deco Styled Diamond Dress Watch, circa 1940s

Hamilton Platinum Ladies Art Deco Styled Diamond Dress Watch, circa 1940s

Located in Long Beach, CA

ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Original Platinum Bracelet with Diamonds / Bracelet Length 6 3/4 inch or 14.5cm

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Ulysse Nardin Platinum and Diamond Art Deco Ladies Watch circa 1940's
Ulysse Nardin Platinum and Diamond Art Deco Ladies Watch circa 1940's

Ulysse Nardin Platinum and Diamond Art Deco Ladies Watch circa 1940's

By Ulysse Nardin

Located in Long Beach, CA

elegant ladies watch in the late 1940's. The watch is entirely hand made and has just been given a Factory

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Bailey, Banks & Biddle Platinum Art Deco Ladies Diamond Dress Watch, 1930s
Bailey, Banks & Biddle Platinum Art Deco Ladies Diamond Dress Watch, 1930s

Bailey, Banks & Biddle Platinum Art Deco Ladies Diamond Dress Watch, 1930s

By Bailey, Banks & Biddle

Located in Long Beach, CA

length or 8 Inches. WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement This unique ladies watch from the 1930's in

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Birks of Canada Platinum Diamond Emerald Art Deco Ladies Watch, circa 1930s
Birks of Canada Platinum Diamond Emerald Art Deco Ladies Watch, circa 1930s

Birks of Canada Platinum Diamond Emerald Art Deco Ladies Watch, circa 1930s

By Birks

Located in Long Beach, CA

Deco watch was entirely hand fabricated in Platinum. The case has decorative piercing and is set with

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Hamilton Platinum & Diamond Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1940's High Grade
Hamilton Platinum & Diamond Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1940's High Grade

Hamilton Platinum & Diamond Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1940's High Grade

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Henry Birks & Sons Platinum Ladies Art Deco Watch With Diamond Bezel circa 1915
Henry Birks & Sons Platinum Ladies Art Deco Watch With Diamond Bezel circa 1915

Henry Birks & Sons Platinum Ladies Art Deco Watch With Diamond Bezel circa 1915

By Henry Blank & Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

: Platinum CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 27mm "Lug Tip to Lug Tip" X Width 22mm MOVEMENT

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Rolex 169622 Yacht-Master Platinum and Stainless Steel Ladies Watch
Rolex 169622 Yacht-Master Platinum and Stainless Steel Ladies Watch

Rolex 169622 Yacht-Master Platinum and Stainless Steel Ladies Watch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Rolex 169622 Yacht-Master Platinum and Stainless Steel Ladies Watch This Rolex 169622 Yacht-Master

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel, Platinum

Art Deco Floral Sapphire Diamond Ladies Dress Watch
Art Deco Floral Sapphire Diamond Ladies Dress Watch

Art Deco Floral Sapphire Diamond Ladies Dress Watch

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Stunning ornate art deco ladies diamond and platinum watch with sapphire accent in the shape of

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Omega watch. Omega 14k and Diamond Vintage Ladies wristwatch
Omega watch. Omega 14k and Diamond Vintage Ladies wristwatch

Omega watch. Omega 14k and Diamond Vintage Ladies wristwatch

By Omega

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Stunning watch piece. OMEGA fully mechanical wristwatch. 14k White Gold Case with multiple diamonds

Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

1920s Croton Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch with 17-Jewel Movement
1920s Croton Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch with 17-Jewel Movement

1920s Croton Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch with 17-Jewel Movement

By Croton

Located in Wallkill, NY

Croton Ladies platinum and diamond wristwatch, 17-jewel manual-wind movement. Measuring 13 mm wide

Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Omer 9ct Yellow Gold Diamond & Ruby Ladies Pendant Watch
Vintage Omer 9ct Yellow Gold Diamond & Ruby Ladies Pendant Watch

Vintage Omer 9ct Yellow Gold Diamond & Ruby Ladies Pendant Watch

Located in London, GB

A charming vintage ladies' pendant watch crafted in 9ct yellow gold, adorned with sparkling

Category

2010s British Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, Yellow Gold

Enchanting Art Deco Platinum Ladies Wristwatch with Diamonds, Valmon Geneve
Enchanting Art Deco Platinum Ladies Wristwatch with Diamonds, Valmon Geneve

Enchanting Art Deco Platinum Ladies Wristwatch with Diamonds, Valmon Geneve

Located in Berlin, DE

Enchanting Art Deco platinum ladies wristwatch with diamonds. Manual winding. Very good original

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Ladies Vertex Round Rose Cut Diamond Encrusted
Art Deco Platinum Ladies Vertex Round Rose Cut Diamond Encrusted

Art Deco Platinum Ladies Vertex Round Rose Cut Diamond Encrusted

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Art deco platinum Vertex rose diamond encrusted vintage ladies wrist watch, signed and stamped with

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Ladies Platinum and Diamond Link Wristwatch 9.23 Carats Total
Vintage Ladies Platinum and Diamond Link Wristwatch 9.23 Carats Total

Vintage Ladies Platinum and Diamond Link Wristwatch 9.23 Carats Total

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

: Platinum Movement: Wind-Up Dial: Silver Natural Diamonds: 9.23 ctw Diamond cuts: Round Brilliant, Pear and

Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Ladies Tiny Girard Perregaux Solid Platinum Diamond Wristwatch Swiss Manual Wind
Ladies Tiny Girard Perregaux Solid Platinum Diamond Wristwatch Swiss Manual Wind

Ladies Tiny Girard Perregaux Solid Platinum Diamond Wristwatch Swiss Manual Wind

By Girard Perragaux

Located in Richmond, CA

A rare vintage Girard Perregaux ladies platinum and diamonds watch, dainty yet so full of bling, on

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Art Deco Wristwatch Platinum Diamond Manual Wind
Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Art Deco Wristwatch Platinum Diamond Manual Wind

Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Art Deco Wristwatch Platinum Diamond Manual Wind

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

watch is made of platinum (tested & hallmarked) and encrusted with Old European cut diamonds (H color

Category

Vintage 1930s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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Platinum Ladies Diamond Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate platinum ladies diamond watch for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold. You can easily find a 297 antique edition and 8 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a platinum ladies diamond watch 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. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic platinum ladies diamond watch over the years, but those made by Hamilton, Rolex and Cartier are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A platinum ladies diamond watch can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 170 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also baguette cut cut and old european cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a platinum ladies diamond watch for sale for women should be easy, but there are 23 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Platinum Ladies Diamond Watch?

Prices for a platinum ladies diamond watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $395 and can go as high as $100,399, while this accessory, on average, fetches $6,442.

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.  

Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.