J. Birnbach 3.51 carat GIA D VS2 Emerald Cut Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
Shield cut diamonds draw the eye to the center stone, and they total 0.52 carats.
Diamond, Platinum
12.50 Carat Burma Ruby Ring. Rare Natural Cushion Cut Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Ruby Center Ruby Weight: 12.50 carats Center Ruby Cut: Cushion Cut Center Ruby Type: Natural, Heated Center Ruby Origin: Burma Certification: AGL Certi...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2.22tcw Colombian Emerald-Emerald Cut & Round Cut Diamond Vintage Ring 925
Located in Jupiter, FL
Ever so beautiful, single cut diamonds shield around the emeralds. Setting Style: Bezel/Pave Setting Weight: 5.6 Grams Main Stone: Emerald Shape: Emerald Cut Weight: 1.26-Carats Cl...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
5.00ct Burma Ruby 1.10ct Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ruby is accentuated by sparkling round and shield cut diamonds that weigh approximately 1.10ct.
Ruby, 18k Gold
7.77 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire Ceylon No Heat Cushion Cut and Diamond 18K Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Set in 18k white gold with 2 shield cut diamond side stones of over 1 carat each and round cut diamonds on the shank and basket.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA 5.78 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline with 1.27 Carats Diamond Ring in 21 Karat YG
By Kiersten Elizabeth
Located in Southport, CT
Gorgeous ring in 21 Karat yellow gold brushed finished. 5.78 Carat Paraiba-type Tourmaline - origin Mozambique Diamond Detail: (2) Shield-shaped Diamonds weighing 1.27 Carats D ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 22k Gold
18 Karat White Gold 15.03 Carat Emerald-Cut Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
The solitaire emerald cut aquamarine is gracefully set in double eagle claws with the shield cut 40 pointer solitaire diamond on either side angled impressively to showcase the cente...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oversized Vintage Oushak Rug with Beige & Blue Diamond Medallions - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
At the exact center, two concentric, diamond-shaped shields anchor the canvas, radiating sharp lines that section off the grand scale of the floor.
Wool
Pair of G.C.M.E. Diamond Engraved Curved Glass Italian Sconces
Located in Hanover, MA
Bent beveled glass shield with engraved cross-hatch diamond pattern.
2.05ct Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow SI2 GIA Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified. Side Diamonds: Shield-Cut White Diamonds, approximately 0.33cttw.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Large Renaissance Revival Pendant in the Manner of Reinhold Vasters, c. 1890
Located in Berlin, DE
She wields a sword and holds a diamond shield. There is no doubt: she will conquer the beast.
Diamond, Emerald, Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold
$80,000Sale Price|20% Off
Dunaigre Certified 4 Carat Vivid Red Ruby Platinum Three-Stone Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Set in handcrafted platinum, the ruby is flanked by two brilliant white shield-cut diamonds, expertly selected to enhance the center stone’s intensity and regal presence.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Leon Mege Halo Platinum Three-stone Ring with Certified Blue Cushion Sapphire
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind handmade platinum mounting. Pair of F/VS diamond shields 0.79-carat total. 62 full cut F/VS diamonds 0.95-carats total.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Knights Bridge Signet Ring, by Martyn Lawrence Bullard
By Martyn Lawrence Bullard 1
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Unisex Signet Ring in 18k rose gold with black diamond pave set plateau with ruby and diamond shield detail Designed by Martyn Lawrence Bullard.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Knights Bridge Signet Ring by Martyn Lawrence Bullard
By Martyn Lawrence Bullard 1
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Unisex 18k rose gold Signet Ring with pave set sapphire plateau and black and white diamond set shield motif Designed by Martyn Lawrence Bullard Can be make in any size, lead time 4...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Hammerman Brothers Plat. Art Deco Style Aquamarine 20.62 Carat 10.55Ct. Pendant
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in New York, NY
Aquamarine = 20.62 carats 21 Diamond Baguettes =2.85 carats 6 Emerald Cut diamonds =1.86 carats 1 Shield Cut Diamond = 0.50 carats 106 Round Diamonds = 5.34 carats Stamped HB Hammer...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
David Webb Platinum & Yellow Gold Amethyst, Coral and Rock Crystal Star Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
An exciting brooch by David Webb crafted in 18K yellow gold with diamonds set in platinum. Centering a cabochon oval cut amethyst, three checkerboard cut rock crystals, and accented ...
Amethyst, Coral, Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, ...
Art Deco Yellow Bakelite Dressing Table Vanity Set, Seven Pieces
Located in Nottingham, GB
Each component carries an applied shield-shaped or diamond cartouche detailed with geometric segments and bezel-set glass rhinestones in shades of sapphire blue, emerald green, ameth...
Bakelite
$14,000 / item
Large 19th Century Dark Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers
Located in Westport, CT
The façade is further adorned with blonde shield-shaped, diamond-inlaid escutcheons and rests gracefully upon clean, straight, and tapered feet.
Walnut
1960s Space Age Gray Glass and Steel Wall Sconces by Veca
By VECA
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Each sconce features a sharp, faceted, diamond-like shield constructed from thick, smoky gray and black tinted glass/acrylic panels.
Steel, Chrome
$136,500Sale Price|30% Off
Emilio Jewelry Extraordinary 6.58 Carat Vivid Green Emerald Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
The emerald is flanked by two substantial shield-cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.01 carats.
Emerald
The Sacred Threshold: A Vintage Azilal Moroccan Masterpiece of Ancestral Harmony
By Berber Tribes of Morocco, Boujad Tribe
Located in Dallas, TX
Like ceremonial guardians, they establish a protective threshold around the central diamond, shielding the household from harmful influences and preserving the spiritual continuity o...
Wool, Cotton
Scottish Sterling Thistle Kilt Pin, Ward Bros. from Glasgow c1949
Located in valatie, NY
Scottish Sterling Silver Thistle Kilt Pin by Ward Bros. from Glasgow 1949, with faux topaz. The "WBs" inside a diamond-shaped shield is the maker's mark for Ward Brothers.
Sterling Silver
Large 17th Century Carved Oak Fire Mantel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
The ornate centrepiece resembles the entrance to a grand palace, flanked with symmetrical diamond shields. Above, three pairs of dragons face each other to symbolise protection and b...
Oak
19th Century Hand-Carved Folk Art Box with Inlaid Hearts, 1880
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century American folk art box with decorated with inlaid hearts, diamonds, triangles and shields. Possibly sailor made, this sweet little box was likely a valentine or keepsake ...
Wood
19th Century Antique gilded Rococo wall mirror
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique gilded Rococo wall mirror Rich ornate mirror frame, crowned with a diamond shield with putti.
Mirror, Wood
19th Century Velvet Tapestry with Heraldic Coat of Arms, Framed
Located in Lincoln, GB
At its heart, this tapestry features a striking coat of arms, with a shield adorned by three diamonds, each elegantly detailed with fleur-de-lis motifs in the center.
Tapestry, Velvet
Antique Medieval European Castle Gothic Forged Iron Processional on Stand
Located in Forney, TX
Born in Continental Europe in the early 18th century or earlier, some later elements, most likely Germanic, Medieval Gothic style, hand forged iron sculptural cross form mounted with...
Iron, Wrought Iron
Six Chairs Attributed to René Prou, France, 1940s
By René Prou
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Very pretty design. The chairs have shield backs with a diamond lattice pattern, and extravagant cabriole front legs.
Iron
Nymphenburg Frankenthal Figurine 'Guitar Player', Germany, 1923
By Nymphenburg Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
They are provided with the CT mark in underglaze blue and the Nymphenburg diamond shield. Manufactory: Nymphenburg Germany Manufactured 1923 Technique: Handmade porcelain, fines...
Porcelain
Nymphenburg Frankenthal Figurine 'Lady With Bird Cage' by Johann Friedrich Lück
By Nymphenburg Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
They are provided with the CT mark in underglaze blue and the Nymphenburg diamond shield. Manufactory: Nymphenburg Germany Manufactured 1920 Technique: handmade porcelain, fines...
Porcelain
Platinum Colombian Emerald Ring
Located in Sarasota, FL
Platinum and 18k ring with tan exceptional 3.88 carat Gubelin certified Colombian Muzo emerald and two colorless sheild cut diamonds weighing 1.02 carats. 9.62 grams
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
9.91 Carat Emerald Triangle Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Sarasota, FL
Beautiful hand fabricated platinum & 18k gold ring with AGL certified 9.91 carat emerald and two shield cut diamonds weighing 1.31 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Fred Leighton Oval Peridot and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Fred Leighton
Located in New York, NY
A fine oval peridot weighing 31.14 carats is set in a bezel of 18 karat yellow gold flanked with a pair of shield shape diamonds totaling approximately 0.67 carat atop a curving shan...
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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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