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Gemstone: Diamond
Creator: Cartier
Creator: Artisan NYC
Pink Tourmaline Minimal Earrings Accented With Diamonds Made In 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
14KT:3.386g,D:0.82ct, Tour:2.17ct, 21X7 MM
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Tourmaline, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Rose Gold Diamond Juste Un Clou Bracelet Size 17 N6702117
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning 18k rose gold diamond bangle by Cartier from the Juste Un Clou collection. The bangle is of a nail design, fully pave set around the outer side with 374 round brilliant cu...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Paris C 2 Ring in 18Kt White Gold with One VVS Round Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
C-2 ring designed by Cartier. A modern double C de Cartier ring crafted in solid 18 karats white gold and bezel set on top, with one round brilliant cut diamond, 0.20 cts, D/E color...
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Early 2000s French Modern Diamond Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

CARTIER C De Diamond Yellow Gold Signature Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite vintage bracelet from the iconic C De Cartier collection features signature C motif links crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with round brilliant-cut E-F-G VVS1-VVS2 d...
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1990s Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Signed 18K Yellow Gold Classic Model Three Diamond Love Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier LOVE Ring in yellow gold is a timeless expression of enduring elegance and romance. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, this iconic design features three brilliant-cut diamonds, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Channel Set Round Diamonds Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER 18K YELLOW GOLD DIAMOND BAND *Includes original Cartier ring box. Condition: Like-new, mint condition Size: 4.5 Material: 18k yellow gold Thickness: 2.5mm Diamonds: VVS E-F,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier GIA Certified Sapphire and Diamond Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A truly stunning vintage Cartier GIA certified sapphire and diamond three stone ring set in 18k yellow gold. The ring is centrally...
Category

2010s Modern Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Egyptian Revival Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Egyptian Revival Bracelet A very rare yellow gold Cartier bracelet showcasing a winged sphinx adorned with cabochon emeralds, diamonds, turq...
Category

1920s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Cartier Panther Panthere Diamond Lacquer Tsavorite Yellow Gold Band Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Panther Diamond Lacquer Tsavorite Ring by Cartier. From Cartier's "Panthere" collection. The Cartier Panther Panthère 18k Gold Diamond Lacquer Tsavorite Ring showca...
Category

2010s French Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, Yellow Gold

Cartier Ecrou De Cartier Rose Gold Bracelet with 1.29ct Baguette-Cut Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
A transformation of the ordinary to the extraordinary: the new Écrou de Cartier collection. A bold new design, Écrou de Cartier embodies daring and limitless style. Forceful and exqu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier 18 KT Yellow Gold Cuff Links with .94CT Diamonds 1.25 Ct Ruby Cabochon
Located in New York, NY
Classic 18 karat yellow gold bar style cuff links. The cuff links are set with 0.94 carats of round diamonds, and 1.25 carats of (4) cabochon rubies . When fully opened they measure...
Category

1990s French Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Riviera (Essential Lines Collection) Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Effortlessly elegant, this Cartier 18K yellow gold diamond Riviera necklace from the Essential Lines collection, features a dazzling row of brilliant-cut diamonds, symbolizing timele...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Santos Dumont Diamond-Set 2650 18K yellow Gold Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Full Set  All original factory set diamond Cartier Santos Dumont yellow  Gold and Diamond-Set Watch This Cartier 'Santos Dumont' watch from the 2010s is meticulously crafted from pi...
Category

1990s French Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Round Brilliant Cut Diamond & Cornelian Necklace, 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Cartier necklace is a stunning example of the brand's timeless craftsmanship and elegance. Featuring a striking cornelian inlay, the piece showcases the rich, warm hue...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Pink Opal Earrings with Diamonds Made in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18kt:12.22g, Diamond:0.7ct Pink opal:54.4ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier, 18K Gold Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier brooch consists of 10 pear shape diamonds total approx. 2.5ct, 163 round brilliant-cut diamonds total approx. 6.0ct, 57 tapered and straight baguette -cut diamonds total...
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1960s Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Delices de Goa Amethyst, Coral And Diamond EU 52 Ring
Located in New York, NY
Crafted around 2003, this Cartier Paris "Les Délices de Goa" boule ring is a striking blend of color and elegance. The bold, high-domed design features an arrangement of amethyst and...
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20th Century French Modern Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Coral, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier 1950s Diamond Platinum Bracelet
Located in Houston, TX
Mid-Century Cartier platinum diamond bracelet with mixed-cut diamonds. There are sixty-four (64) marquise shaped diamonds, fifteen ...
Category

1950s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier 1.51 Carat Round Brilliant D VVS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Designer: CARTIER Title: Cartier 1.51 Carat Round Brilliant D VVS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Style: Engagement Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1...
Category

20th Century Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Full 10P Diamonds Love Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Size 17
Located in Tokyo, JP
■ Item Number: 24370915 ■ Reference Price: - ■ Brand: Cartier ■ Product Name: Full Diamond Love Bracelet Size 17 ■ Product Number/Model: - ■ Material: 10P Diamonds, 750 YG Yellow Gol...
Category

1990s French Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Belle Époque Cartier 40 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
From the House of Cartier, this exquisite Belle Epoque diamond bracelet, Circa 1915, is crafted in platinum and features 389 Old European cut diamonds weighing approximately 40.55 ca...
Category

1910s French Belle Époque Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Amethyst Designer Mosaic Bangle Bracelet in Silver and 18k Gold
Located in New York, NY
This Diamond Amethyst Designer Mosaic Bangle Bracelet in Silver and 18K Gold is pretty and wraps around the wrist very nicely. This bangle opens on side ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Cartier 22.00 Carat Diamond Cluster Platinum Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
Cartier earrings composed of platinum with eight pear-shape and two round brilliant-cut diamonds. The diamonds total 22 carats, F-H color and VVS2-SI1 clarity.
Category

20th Century Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Diamond Three Row Gentiane Rice Link Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Gentiane 3 Row Rice Link Necklace by Cartier. With 54 Round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity F color Total Diamond Weight approx. 1ct This beautiful neckl...
Category

1980s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthère De Cartier Emeralds Onyx 1.15ct Diamonds Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Aventura, FL
The panther, the symbolic animal of Cartier, made its first appearance in the Maison's collections in 1914. Louis Cartier was the first to tame the mythic animal, and his colleague J...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Signed 18K White Gold Classic Model Pave Diamond Love Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier LOVE Ring in white gold is a dazzling expression of timeless elegance and modern luxury. Expertly crafted in 18K white gold, this iconic design is adorned with 72 brillia...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Platinum and Diamond Comb, ca. 1925s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A fine and rare Cartier platinum and diamond comb and case, ca. 1925s, signed Cartier London and numbered 8789, in its original suede pouch. A fine examp...
Category

1920s British Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Boudoir High Jewelry Platinum Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Feasterville, PA
A magnificent Cartier diamond ring showcasing a free form motif set with the finest round brilliant cut diamonds in platinum. Appx 4.56ct. The ring measures a size 6
Category

Early 2000s Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

CARTIER Sapphire, Emerald and Diamond Necklace and Earrings Set
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Sapphires, Cabochon Emeralds, and Round-Brillant Diamonds. Necklace Approximate Weights - Sapphires 131.69 CTS, Diamonds 79.30, Emeralds 18.29 CTS Earrings Approximate Weigh...
Category

1970s Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cushion Shaped Zambian Emerald Cocktail Ring With Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18KT:3.933g,D:1.02ct, Emer:5.25ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Diamond Pearl Ear Clips, circa 1980
Located in New York, NY
A timeless expression of elegance, these exquisite Cartier ear clips showcase a harmonious blend of luminous pearls and radiant diamonds. Set in rich 18k yellow gold, the design feat...
Category

20th Century American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Pearl Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Multi Strand Torsade Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Classic 18k yellow gold torsade necklace by Cartier, featuring 11 strands of pearls with emerald cabochon spacers. Clasp and one more gold pendant ad...
Category

20th Century French Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Cartier Ruby Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Petite Dome Earrings
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The Cartier Ruby Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Petite Dome Earrings are a stunning example of Cartier’s timeless elegance and superior craftsmanship. These stud earrings are crafted from l...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rosecut Diamond Silver Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Designer and royal looking Rosecut Diamond Ring in gold and silver. The shank, back side of the ring has a nice filigree work on it. Ring Size: 7 ( can be sized ) 18kt: 4.54gms Dia...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Rosecut Diamond Silver Gold Ring
Rosecut Diamond Silver Gold Ring
$4,720 Sale Price
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Cartier Turquoise & Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Experience the exquisite beauty of this Cartier Turquoise and Diamond Ring, a captivating piece that showcases a stunning turquoise ...
Category

20th Century French Retro Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Cartier 2.47 Carat Round Brilliant G VVS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Designer: CARTIER Title: Cartier 2.47 Carat Round Brilliant G VVS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Style: Engagement Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 2.12 Carat Diamond Number ...
Category

20th Century Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

93.94 ct Multi Sapphire Bracelet With Diamonds Made In 18k White Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
18kt:5.5gms,D:4.62cts,Slv:38.487gms SAPPHIRE MULTI:93.94Cts
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Cartier Emerald and Diamond Criss Cross Ring, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Cartier Emerald and Diamond Criss Cross Ring, 18k. The total weight of the ring is 8.96 grams. The emerald weighs appx 1.25 carats. The ring...
Category

20th Century Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald

Cartier Juste un Clou Diamond Yellow Gold Nail Band Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Juste un Clou Nail Band Ring by Cartier. With 14 brilliant cut diamond VVS1 clarity, E color total weight .08ct This ring comes with service paper from Cartie...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier, France Estate Gold and Two-Row Diamond Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
An estate gold, platinum, and diamond band ring designed as two rows of brilliant-cut diamonds n shared platinum settings with raised gold borders, in 18k. Atw diamonds 1.12 cts. C...
Category

1990s French Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Cartier Hearts and Symbols Diamond Double Heart 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 77701365 Comes With Full Set (Pouch + Card) Model B3025700 Serial Number SX**** Metal 18k White Gold Stones Diamond Weight Approximately 10.64 g Length Approximately 42 cm Condi...
Category

2010s French Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Diamond Pearl Ring in 18kt Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning ring is an actual work of art, featuring 36 dazzling round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing approximately 2.16 carats. Each diamond averages 0.06 carats, with a color gr...
Category

20th Century French Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier d'Amour Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Bethesda, MD
From Cartier, this engagement ring is from the d'Amour collection. The center diamond is a beautiful .70ct F-VS1 3x • Designer: Cartier • Metal: Platinum • Circa: 2014 • Size: 49, ...
Category

2010s Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Mahango Walking Panthere Panther Diamond White & Yellow Gold Band Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow & White Gold Cartier Mahango Walking Panthere Band Ring by Cartier. Part of Cartier's "Panthere" Collection. With Round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, E color total...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 6 Diamond Love Band Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Cartier Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 3.25 Width: 5.50 mm Weight: 6.43 grams 18K yellow gold diamond wedding band with a soft-square shank. The m...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Diamond Hoop Earrings in Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautiful pair of vintage Cartier diamond hoop earrings set in 18k yellow gold. From Cartier's discontinued collection, the earrings are set with 126 round brilliant-cut diamonds,...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Love Bracelet 10 Diamonds in 18k Rose Gold, Size 17, Classic Size
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier Model Name: Love Style: Classic Material: 18k rose gold Size: 17 = 17 cm Year: 2018 Box/Papers: Comes with Brilliance Jewels Lifetime guarantee on authenticity & Carti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Love Bracelet 10 Diamonds in 18k Rose Gold, Size 16, Classic Size
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier Model Name: Love Style: Classic Material: 18k rose gold Size: 16 = 16 cm Year: Unknown Box/Papers: Comes with Brilliance Jewels Lifetime guarantee on authenticity & Ca...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Retro Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Natural Pearl Brooch Pin - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Natural Pearl Brooch Pin - GIA. This gorgeous Cartier brooch is crafted in 18k yellow gold. The center of the brooch has a lar...
Category

1950s Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18 Karat Lapis Diamond Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18k gold lapis and diamond ring by Cartier circa 1970. The lapis and the diamonds oppose each other on the finger. One side is set with 30 modern round brilliant diamonds wei...
Category

1970s American Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier 3 Diamond 18ct White Gold Love Band Ring
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 3 Diamond 18ct White Gold Love Band Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J679 Brand: Cartier Model: 3 Diamond Love Band Ring Type: Ring Serial Number: A***** RRP: £4,200 Accompan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Pave Diamond 18ct White Gold Small Love Wedding Band Ring
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Pave Diamond 18ct White Gold Small Love Wedding Band Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: COMJ840 Brand: Cartier Model: Pave Medium Love Ring Type: Ring Serial Number: M***** Age...
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21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Maillon Panthere Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Maillon Panthere Diamond Necklace, crafted in 18k white gold. Circa 1999. Necklace features three rows of brick shaped links, front of the necklace featuring 12 diamond encru...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Diamond Clover Necklace and Bracelet Suite in 18k White Gold
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Cartier diamond clover necklace and bracelet suite features delicately crafted clover motifs with dazzling diamonds, seamlessly blending luxury with the timeless beauty of nature...
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21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bvlgari Rose Gold Diamond Serpenti Viper Ring Size 55 353288
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A sophisticated 18k rose gold diamond ring by Bvlgari from the Serpenti collection. The Serpenti Viper ring coils around the finger, comprising of alternating stations of 6 high poli...
Category

2010s Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Cartier Love Bracelet 18 Karat Rose Gold 4 Diamond New Style
Located in MIAMI, FL
Love collection bracelets are surrounded with lore. As the story goes, they could at first only be purchased by couples who would surrender the screwdrivers to one another. When Cart...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier French 1895 collection 1.77 Carat Diamond Engagement Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This timeless classic Cartier Engagement ring is crafted in Platinum. This Cartier diamond solitaire ring is from the 1895 collection. centered by a  1.12-carat round brilliant diam...
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1990s French Modern Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Rose Gold Diamond Clash de Cartier Ring Size 53 N4765400
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k rose gold ring, from Cartier's Clash de Cartier collection. The rings design is composed of the centre being set throughout with 18 brilliant-cut diamonds totalling 0.53ct whi...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier 4 Diamond New Style Love Bracelet 18-Karat Size 16 In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Complete Cartier 4 Diamond New Screw System Love Bracelet 18 Karat Size 16 In Stock Discover timeless elegance with the Cartier Love Bracelet in 18-karat white gold, available in size 16. This iconic piece embodies luxury and sophistication, featuring the signature screw motif that symbolizes enduring love and commitment. Crafted with impeccable attention to detail, the bracelet offers a sleek, classic design that seamlessly complements any style. Perfect for marking a special occasion, or enhancing your everyday look. This exquisite bracelet also has 4 diamonds and is now in stock and ready to elevate your jewelry collection with its enduring charm. Style: New Screw Style Cartier 4 Diamond Love Bangle...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier 3.92 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Wide Bracelet
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A one of a kind Cartier wide fit Diamond bracelet. The bracelet is designed with 52 round brilliant Diamonds, prong set in 18k yellow gold, combining for a total weight of 3.92 cara...
Category

Late 20th Century American Retro Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Shop Antique and Vintage Diamond Rings, Diamond Necklaces and Other Diamond Jewelry and Watches on 1stDibs

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

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