Diamond Jewelry
1990s German Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 24k Gold, 22k Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold, Silver
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1970s Albanian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Aquamarine, Diamond, Topaz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Belgian Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s European Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
1960s American Contemporary Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
2010s Dutch Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1930s Egyptian Renaissance Revival Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
2010s Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Dutch Modern Diamond Jewelry
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Diamond Jewelry
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Sapphire, Chalcedony, Diamond, White Gold
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Kunzite, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 9k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
1970s Italian Artisan Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Dutch Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s Italian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, Coral, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Diamond Jewelry
Coral, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century North American Diamond Jewelry
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Dutch Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s European Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Tiger's Eye, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Diamond Jewelry
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Diamond Jewelry
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s Belgian Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century American Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1950s Dutch Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Edwardian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 9k Gold, White 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 rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.