Spike Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Bangles
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Bangles
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Modern Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gol...
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Black Diamond, Silver
2010s Indian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver
2010s Indian More Jewelry
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Bohemian Moroccan and North African...
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings
Black Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Hematite, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Chinese Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Malachite, 14k Gold
2010s Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bangles
Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Black Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Modern Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Modern Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs
Wool
2010s Cypriot Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Mandarin Garnet, Garnet, 18k Gold
2010s Indian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Silver
2010s Australian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
2010s Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, White Gold
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Spike Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Spike 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.