Van Cleef and Arpels Certified Natural Sapphire Ballerina Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels Certified Natural Sapphire Ballerina Ring A ballerina ring set with a center
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl and Diamond Ballerina Ring, 18k
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl and Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring made in 18k Yellow Gold. The pearl
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Gold Ballerina Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels: A Ballerina Brooch, designed as a stylized ballerina in a gold mesh tutu dress
Diamond, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Inspired Ballerina Sapphire Ruby Emerald Pendant Brooch
Located in Antwerp, BE
AIG Certification number: J90530098BE Gold: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 24,53 gr. Diamonds: 1,60ct. F-G / VVS-SI Yellow Sapphires: 16,00ct. ( 28 Yellow Sapphires ) Rubies: 2,89ct. ( 4...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Retro Synthetic Ruby and Diamond Swirl Volute Ring 14 Karat Gold
Located in Aurora, Ontario
screen. Designs like the Van Cleef and Arpels Ballerina brooches came into existence along with other
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 18k Yellow Gold 0.03 Ct Diamond Ballerina Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
Made in France circa 1950s, here is a vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold 0.03 Diamond
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Charlton & Co Enamelled Cigarette Case, ca. 1920s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
to close branches and let go of their famous designer Duvalet, who went on to work for Van Cleef
18k Gold, Enamel
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Pin Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous vintage Van Cleef & Arpels pin is crafted in 18k yellow gold as Arabesque ballerina
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS. A gold and diamond ‘Ballerina’ brooch.
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
brilliant-cut diamonds, signed Van Cleef & Arpels.
Diamond
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Double Panthere Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This authentic pre-owned Cartier Double Panthère necklace is a powerful and iconic creation from the Maison’s most celebrated collection. Weighing an impressive 200 grams, the neckla...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,336
Size: FR40 - UK12 - US6/8
John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
John Galliano, Spring-Summer 2002. Bias-cut evening dress in rose-toned crepe-back satin. The fitted bodice features a draped cowl neckline, with rhinestone-embellished straps. The g...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...
$24,000Sale Price|20% Off
CARTIER Tutti Frutti 4.5 Carats Emerald Sapphire Ruby Diamond Nigeria Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Introducing the CARTIER Tutti Frutti 4.5 Carats Emerald Sapphire Ruby Diamond Nigeria Ring, a spectacular fusion of color and elegance. Crafted by Cartier, this ring exudes luxury an...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Riviera Diamond GIA Heart Emerald Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning estate diamond and emerald heart necklace is crafted in 18 karat White and yellow gold. Incorporates 84 round-cut and 25 marquise shaped diamonds, prong-set in pairs, c...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
$439,000
W 0.45 in D 0.28 in L 0.52 in
6.47 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Loose Gemstone, Oval Cut, Mozambique, GIA Certifie
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Offered loose by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, this 6.47 carat Paraiba tourmaline from Mozambique is an extraordinary collector gemstone, presented in a refined oval cut and accompa...
Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing brand new with tags Oscar de la Renta silk one shoulder dress! Detailed for $3,200! Featured in the Resort 2009 Oscar Runway Collection (see pictures). One shoulder can be wo...
Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare and vintage Giorgio Armani gown so divinely exquisite that it can take you from the Red Carpet to the White House. Breathtaking and the epitome of the Giorgi...
$3,838
Size: UK 10 - IT 42 - US 6
Vivienne Westwood salmon pink silk peplum blazer jacket and skirt suit, ss 1994
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood salmon pink silk peplum blazer jacket and skirt suit with matching fabric belt Spring-Summer 1994
5.10 Carat Spinel and Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Engagement Ring, No Heat
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
A vibrant purple-pinkish red 4.16 carat cushion-cut natural untreated Spinel is the centerpiece of this ring. The vibrant gemstone is highlighted by two round brilliant cut diamonds ...
Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
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....
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...
John Galliano black mohair jacket and skirt suit, fw 1999
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
John Galliano black and white mohair striped jacket and skirt suit. Fall-Winter 1999
Nazarelle GIA Certified Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Nazarelle
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is designed by Nazarelle and made in 14k white and rose gold. For the center stone it features one oval Paraiba Tourmaline from Brazil, GIA certified (GIA: 2151487144 ) wei...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold
Hermes Birkin 25 Bag Aubergine Crocodile Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin 25 bag featured in rich, saturated Aubergine crocodile. Rarely produced this exquisite jewel toned beauty is a must have for any Hermes aficionado...
Hermes Birkin 25 Rouge Exotic Lizard Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a limited edition Hermes Birkin 25 bag Rouge Exotic in rare coveted Lizard. A gorgeous strawberry red that is neutral and perfect for year round wear. A glorious po...
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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