Stock Certificates
2010s Pointillist Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
Late 20th Century American Realist Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Prints and Multiples
Lithograph, Paper
Early 20th Century Cubist Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Paper, Pencil
20th Century American Realist Landscape Paintings
Oil, Board
1930s American Modern Landscape Prints
Etching
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Bangles
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Chain Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 19th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Fashion Rings
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Dome Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique 19th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Solitaire Rings
Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Solitaire Rings
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 19th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Three-Stone Rings
Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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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.
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