Swirl Baguette
Late 20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s American Art Deco Brooches
Gilt Metal
Mid-20th Century Modern Wedding Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s American Retro Brooches
Rhodium
1990s Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Retro Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s American Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Engagement Rings
Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Garnet, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Mid-20th Century Fashion Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Late 20th Century Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1990s Italian Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s American Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
1990s European Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Early 2000s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1960s American Modern Drop Earrings
Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Retro Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s American Retro Anklets
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1950s American Retro Brooches
Rhodium
1990s Hong Kong Modern Cocktail Rings
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Brooches
Rhodium
Vintage 1940s American Retro Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s American Modern Fashion Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s French Fashion Rings
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 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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