Unique Tiara Convertible Brooch Paradise Bird Diamond Ruby
Located in Geneva, CH
Total approximately 10.15 carats on silver and gold. Early 20th century. Tiara frame in titanium flexible and adaptable to all sizes.
Diamond, Ruby
Natural Pearl and Diamond Tiara/Necklace/Bracelet, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
The total approximate diamond weight is 27.90 carats, to an impressive articulated necklace, featuring fringes of graduating pearls interspersed between festoons of pearl and diamond...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Circa 1920 Natural Unenhanced Burmese Sapphire Diamond Platinum Necklace Tiara
Located in London, GB
The total approximate diamond weight is 38.00 carats, to an impressive articulated necklace featuring twenty two coronet cluster links with intricate curving claws, linked with circu...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace/Tiara, circa 1915
Located in London, GB
Pigeon's blood Burmese ruby and diamond necklace/tiara. Set to the centre with twenty six oval old cut natural unenhanced Pigeon's blood Burmese rubies in open back claw settings, ra...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, Platinum
Monumental Wooden Buddha Statue 37"
Located in Somis, CA
Hair gathered in a chignon is crowned with an elaborate tiara, framing a serene countenance. An urna between his brows symbolizes the ability to perceive and eliminate evil.
Wood
Exceptional Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Brooch, Circa 1930s
Located in Boston, MA
Central Elements Center Diamond: 1.25 carats, Old European cut - Color: H (exceptional white) - Clarity: VS1 (very slightly included) - Setting: Platinum bezel Side Diamonds: Two m...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Victorian Tiara with Diamond Star - c.1890
Located in London, GB
Furthermore, this section can be unscrewed from the tiara frame to be worn as a brooch or pendant for occasions that may require less extravagance.
Diamond, Gold
Antique Pearl, Diamond & Sapphire Trident Brooch Pin
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Interestingly the hinged pin unscrews from the rear of the piece indicating it was very likely able to be converted into a hairpin or even attach to something more grand like a tiara...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
This tiara can also be worn as a necklace by unclipping it from its frame.
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Regency Aquamarine Necklace with Old Mine Diamonds, circa 1815–1820
Located in Northampton, MA
A skilled jeweler could also readily adapt the pendant for mounting within a silver tiara frame, making this an extraordinary bridal jewel—something blue, in the grandest historical ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage A. Tillander Diamond Platinum Tiara
Located in London, GB
The handmade frame that the tiara sits on is made of German Silver and handstitched brown velvet.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Convertible Tiara Necklace
Located in London, GB
This beautifully handcrafted tiara is easily transformed into necklace by simply unclipping it from its frame, no additional screws or parts are needed!
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
A turn of the 20th century diamond-set fringe tiara
Located in London, GB
A turn of the 20th century diamond-set fringe tiara, the base consisting of interlocking openwork geometric scroll sections set with small old-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 3¼ cara...
Diamond, Platinum
A late Victorian diamond-set tiara
Located in London, GB
This tiara is in very good condition for its age. Unmarked, tested as silver and 15ct gold, with silver gild tiara frame.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
An Edwardian diamond and pearl-set tiara/necklace
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian diamond and pearl-set tiara/necklace, consisting of eleven knife-edge bars graduating from the centre, each embellished with old-cut diamonds in cut-down collet settings...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver
An early 20th century diamond-set tiara by Skinner & Co
Located in London, GB
Unmarked, tested as platinum with 15ct gold clasp and base metal frame. This enchanting tiara and necklace was made in the early twentieth century and features distinctively Art Nou...
Diamond, Platinum
Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
As with most tiaras of the period, this piece can be detached from its frame and worn as an eye-catching necklace.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Unavailable
W 0.63 in D 0.13 in L 1.75 in
Victorian No Heat Ceylon Yellow Sapphire 2.25ctw + Diamond Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
Five graduated Single Cut diamonds are in a tiara-like frame atop an Old Mine Cut diamond and another Single Cut stone.
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed ...
Antique Tiara Convertible Brooch Old Mine Cut Diamonds
Located in Geneva, CH
Tiara frame in yellow gold 18K has been made later.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Tiara Convertible Diamond Antique Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
Old mine cut Diamonds: approximately 15.00 carats. Tiara frame in titanium flexible and adaptable to all sizes.
Diamond
Antique Victorian 4.05 Carat Diamond and Pearl Gold and Silver Tiara Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive antique pearl and diamond tiara has been crafted in 9k yellow gold with a silver setting, and silver tiara frame.
9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold
Antique Diamond Necklace/Tiara, French, circa 1890
Located in London, GB
The total approximate diamond weight is 16.00 carats, to an impressive articulated necklace, flowing with movement, featuring twenty five graduating stylised foliate pendant drops wi...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Early Art Deco Aquamarine and Diamond Convertible Tiara Necklace
Located in London, England
In both conversions the aquamarines sit proudly, upright in the tiara frame, and perfectly on the neck. Between each aquamarine is a ruched pleated design of old mine cut and rose cu...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, Silver
Mid-19th Century Diamond and Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
The center graduated fringe is fixed on the back to have been previously attached to a tiara frame but has been lost over time. Such a stunning necklace harkening back to a glamorous...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold
Victorian Antique Diamond Floral Fringe Tiara Necklace Circa 1890s
Located in London, GB
When removed from the frame and joined to the diamond set back chain, the tiara transforms into a wonderful statement necklace.
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
The tiara has been assessed by ourselves as having an estimated total diamond weight of 14.69ct carats approximately, which are graded as H-J colour, VS2-P1 clarity The handmade fr...
Diamond, Platinum, Steel
19th Century Diamond Silver Gold Tiara
Located in Geneva, CH
Diamond Tiara designed as a floral spray, the central flower en tremblant, with circular-cut, cushion-, pear-shaped, oval and rose diamonds, detachable tiara frame, three brooch clip...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Diamond Tiara / Choker Necklace Art Deco Treasure 8 Carats Bridal, Formal
Located in Northampton, MA
The diamonds are close-backed, so a perfectly accurate weight cannot be obtained, but using a geological mathematical formula, I estimate the total diamond weight on the frame of the...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Gold Diamond Portrait Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Made of eighteen karat yellow gold, this unique piece presents a finely painted oil on porcelain portrait of a beautiful lady aristocrat crowned with a genuine diamond tiara. Her li...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 15 in W 11 in D 0.25 in
Marquita by African American Artist Bai, Work on Paper Portrait
By Bai (Carl Karni-Bain)
Located in New york, NY
Marquita by African American artist Bai is a 15” x 11” portrait on etching paper rendered in red and contrasting colors with acrylic and oil pastels The subject, female, with her fac...
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Rag Paper, Ballpoint Pen
Late Victorian Small Diamond-Set Tiara
Located in London, GB
Made in the late Victorian era, this tiara features a dazzling array of old-mine cut diamonds arranged on a gold frame.
Diamond
Late Victorian Diamond-Set Tiara
Located in London, GB
This magnificent piece comes with a pair of matching earrings, which have wonderful sparkle and grace. As with most tiaras of this era, the piece can be removed from its gold frame a...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Platinum & Gold Edwardian Necklace/Tiara
Located in New York City, NY
Platinum and Gold, Diamonds Edwardian Necklace. Converts into a Tiara with fitted frame. Fitted Box.
Victorian 4.00 Total Carat Diamond Tremblé Wings Tiara and Pin in Original Box
Located in Narberth, PA
Accompanying the two-piece set is the original antique box, which has custom-fitted spaces for the wire tiara circlet, the brooch frame, and both individual wings.
Diamond, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
Josef Jeweled Frame Hand Stitched Micro Beaded Evening Bag
By Josef
Located in New York, NY
Highest quality, unbelievably beautiful Josef micro beaded and hand stitched beauvais embroidered evening bag with jeweled tiara type frame. Each fully faceted crystal stone in the f...
Christian Dior Necklace - Runway
By Christian Dior
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The necklace can also be used as a head band / hair adornment having the effect of a magnificent tiara. The lucite frame of the necklace measures 6 inches across and 2 inches tall.
Jean Paul Gaultier Maxi Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress from Jean Paul Gaultier. It is semi fitted with a bateau neckline and a gradated draped ruffle wider at the front shoulder then narrowing to the h...
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Animal Print Vintage 90s Silk Short Sleeve Top
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic silk animal print blouse! Features leopard, zebra, cheetah, and tiger prints throughout. Warm colors of brown, ivory, trimmed with black lace....
$650
Size: Medium / Large
1990s Vintage Tadashi Shoji Black + Nude 90s Sexy Body Con Dress LBD Sz Medium
By Tadashi Shoji
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1990s Tadashi Shoji dress! Black stretch that hugs the body in all the right places! Black, with nude peeks of fabric in between at the bust, which evokes just the right amount ...
Emerald Cut Illusion Diamond Dangle Drop Earring
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
An AMAZING earring! 1.37 carats of round and special cut F color VS clarity diamonds give an illusion Emerald cut diamond look. Set in 18k white gold. The combination of the diff...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
New in Box Vuitton Limited Edition Camo Mini Palm Springs Backpack Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Louis Vuitton limited edition camouflage mini backpack. Monogram signature canvas with black leather straps. External zipped pocket, internal open pocket. Comes with serial number, d...
Black satin evening slip dress CHRISTIAN DIOR
By MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI, Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black satin evening slip dress with silk chiffon lining. The black chiffon lining is visible on the top edge and bottom edge. Invisible zip on the left side + hook&eye. SIZE 38/40 (...
Chanel Vintage Basketball
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel vintage basketball 1990's {VINTAGE 20+ Years} Made in France Condition: Very good vintage condition
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Maxi Skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk long skirt with yellow, green and white abstract shapes including glowers and leaves on a brown background from John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is semi fitted t...
Pierre Balmain White Bodycon Dress
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous white body conscious bandage dress from Pierre Balmain. It has long sleeves, a square cut neckline, and fabulous ribbed panels accentuating the waist and bust. It is unl...
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford 2004 Chinoiserie Tuxedo Smoking Evening Suit 34
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Switzerland, CH
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Tuxedo Evening Suit An extremely rare piece from his final collection in 2004 for Yves Saint Laurent Stunning piece consisting of pants and jacke...
UNWORN Iconic Chanel 1996 Golden Metallic 3D Structured Jacket Blazer 36
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
A true icon designed by Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel AW 1996 collection Golden metallic jacket 3D structure Golden buttons in front and on sleeves with CC logo Fully lined with beige CC...
THIERRY MUGLER 1990's Sculptural Mermaid Skirt FR38
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Thierry Mugler 1990s vintage sculptural mermaid skirt FR38 Brand: Thierry Mugler Designer: Thierry Mugler Collection: 1990s Material: 90% Wool / 10% Polyamide Color: Black Size: FR...
$975
Size: 40 / US 9.5 - 10
2000s Givenchy Silver Metallic Snake Print Shoes / Kitten Heels Sz 40 / 9.5 - 10
By Givenchy
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful brand new pair of early 2000s / Y2K vintage silver Givenchy kitten heels! Just the right amount of height. Silver Givenchy logo plate on each toe. Unique shaped toe that is...
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Jewelled Heart Silk Cord Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage black passementerie cord belt featuring a gold and silver toned heart with crystal embellishement. One size fits all. Adjustable length. Embossed YSL Mad...
18K Yellow Gold Diamonds And Pearls Multi-Strands Bracelet
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an 18K gold Bracelet of Pearls and Diamonds. The bracelet consists of multi-strands of pearls attached to a center marquise shaped brooch. This brooch is divided in four tria...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1997 Balenciaga Sz 0 XS Black Dress Vintage Thimister Final Runway Collection
By Josephus Thimister, Balenciaga
Located in San Diego, CA
Approximately Size 0 / XS Extra Small Measurements: 16 inches from underarm to underarm (strapless) 24 inch waist 40 inch hips 48 inches in length The gown did not zip up on the mo...
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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