Royal Diamond
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings
Diamond, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings
Diamond, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique 1870s English Victorian Porcelain
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Band Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Indian Victorian Modern Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
2010s American Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s American Cluster Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Modern Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s European Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Onyx, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 1860s Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Silver, Enamel
Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Japanese Art Deco Engagement Rings
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Necklaces
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Diamond, Silver, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Blue Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Topaz, Citrine, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Empire Bridal Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Empire Bridal Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Empire Bridal Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century Thai Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold
2010s European Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s Fashion Rings
Citrine, Diamond, Green Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Bangles
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s English Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Rubelite, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...
Vintage 1950s Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
2010s American Arts and Crafts Bridal Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cufflinks
Diamond, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cufflinks
Diamond, Rose Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Royal Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Royal Diamond?
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.