Platinum 10.25 Carat Diamond and Floating South Sea Pearl Statement Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a spectacular statement vintage piece crafted in solid platinum and features over 10 carats of top shelf, transitional and brilliant cut diamonds along with 5 super fine...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Antique 0.15ct Multi-Gemstone and 0.12ct Diamond 18ct Yellow Gold Brooch Circa 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The vase arrangement is further ornamented with four claw set transitional modern brilliant round cut diamonds, completing the design.
Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold, Y...
Mid-Century 1.12 CTW Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Vintage Twist Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a yellow gold abstracted foliate motif band with white gold segments Arranged as a pierced twist motif centering three old European cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0....
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950’s RUSER Platinum Leaf Vine Baguette Round Diamond Brooch 5.83cttw
By William Ruser
Located in Winter Springs, FL
It has been hand wrought in platinum and set with approximately 5.83cttw in F-G color Vs1-2 clarity transitional cut round and breathtaking baguette diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
Certified 3.75 Carat Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring, Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The sapphire is flanked on either side by a single transitional modern brilliant round cut diamond and two eight-cut diamonds, all pavé set.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 15k Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k White Gold Lozenge Shape Black Onyx & Diamond Open Work Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Transitional Cut - Pave Set - H Color - VS2 Clarity - 0.21ctw (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Onyx - Custom Cut - Bezel Set - Black Color -...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14.04 Carat Diamond and Pearl 18K Gold Drop Earrings in Modern Style
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Moving gracefully downward, the design transitions to a classic rose-cut diamond solitaire, capturing the vintage charm of yesteryears while maintaining its enduring elegance.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Peter Suchy 2.43 Carat Diamond Halo Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
2.43ct transitional ideal cut diamond halo engagement ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
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10.18Ct Pear Zambian Emerald Diamond Drop Y Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Deira, Dubai
Moving upward toward the neckline, the emeralds transition into brilliant pear-cut diamonds. Emeralds are symbols of love, rebirth, and prosperity.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century 1.80ct Diamond Emerald Target Engagement Cocktail Ring White Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
A 20th Century Diamond and Emerald Target Cocktail Ring. This spectacular ring designed in a style which is iconically Art Deco features a Transitional round brilliant-cut diamond mi...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique German Ring natural 1 ctw. Sapphire 0.5ctw. Diamond 14K ØUS6.75 /6.6gr
Located in SE
Hallmarked 585, metal tested solid 14K Gold Three natural Sapphires of Medium Blue with a light tint of Green color, all three of old cushion cut. Central is 4.5 mm x 4 mm x 2.3 mm ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique La Belle Epoque Colombian Emerald Diamond Earrings Silver Gold, C. 1915
Located in Lisbon, PT
Each earring of an articulated floral and foliate design is grain-set and step-down-collet-set throughout with vibrant green Colombian emeralds and Old Mine-cut and Transitional roun...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Cartier Retro Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Ivy Leaf Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized gold ivy leaf with delicate organic vein texture throughout With organic edges and a curling stem - flush set throughout with diamonds Transitional cut and wei...
Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold Art Deco Diamond Shield Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 4.75 Metal Type: 18K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.2 grams Diamond Details: .08ct, Natural Diamonds, Transitional European Cu...
White Gold
3.66tcw 14K Emerald Tanzanite, Diamond & Opal Dangle Earrings Colombian Emerald
Located in Jupiter, FL
Beginning with enchanting downward triangle-shaped opals, seamlessly transitioning to brilliant round cut diamonds in bezel settings, these earrings then captivate with mesmerizing t...
Emerald, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Shield Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1930s Item Details: Ring Size: 5.5 Metal Type: 18k White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.8 grams Diamond Details: .15ct total weight, transitional European cut, natur...
White Gold
Edwardian 30.00 Carat Peridot Pendant
Located in New Orleans, LA
The vibrant green gemstone is elegantly suspended from an intricate platinum setting adorned with an array of transitional, single and rose cut diamonds, which together weigh approxi...
Peridot, Platinum
J. Birnbach GIA 1.84 Carat L I1 Old European Antique Deco Style Solitaire Ring
Located in New York, NY
Key Details - 1.84 carat European cut diamond, GIA L I1 - 18 transitional and single-cut round diamonds, 0.45 total carat weight - Synthetic sapphire accents - Art Deco design - Cra...
Diamond
Edwardian Pair of Pearl and Diamond Earrings
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian pair of pearl and diamond earrings, each earring consisting of a pearl, accompanied by GCS report stating to be natural saltwater, measuring approximately 4.5mm, surroun...
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 9k Gold, Silver
A pair of Art Deco pearl and diamond drop earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of Art Deco natural pearl and diamond drop earrings, each earring with a drop shaped pearl measuring 4.6x6mm, accompanied by GLP report stating to be natural of saltwater ori...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
An Art-Deco diamond solitaire ring, the round transition-cut diamond weighing 1.28 carats, four claw-set to a platinum mount encrusted with old-cut diamonds and finely engraved shoul...
Diamond, Platinum
Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A natural pearl and diamond cluster ring, the natural pearl surrounded by a daylight and twelve transition-cut diamonds, estimated to weigh a total of 1.20 carats millegrain-set in p...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
An aquamarine and diamond brooch by Hennell, 9x6cm, 55.9 grams
By Robert Hennell
Located in London, GB
An impressive aquamarine and diamond brooch by Hennell, the rectangular radiant-cut aquamarine weighing 66.02 carats, within a diamond-set lozenge-shaped frame of scroll design with ...
Aquamarine, Platinum
Art Deco 1.40 Carat Round Diamond Ring, circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
A transitional cut round diamond weighing approximately 1.40cts, of approximately H-I color and VS clarity, is set within a square stepped halo accented with single cut diamonds tota...
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Pair of Art Deco Tutti-Frutti Clips by Reymond Yard
Located in London, GB
A pair of Art Deco tutti-frutti clips by Reymond Yard, each clip with a diamond-set frame of Mughal-style design, set with transition, baguette, triangular and carre-cut diamonds, es...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 1.70ct Three Stone Diamond Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Three transitional cut diamonds sparkle in this trilogy engagement ring.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 2.05 Carat Blue Violet Purple Sapphire Diamond Engagement Platinum Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's late Art Deco sapphire and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified 2.05ct rich purple oval center sapphire with 6 transitional cut accent diamonds in platinum setting.
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 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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