Diamond Jewelry
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Period: 19th Century
Gemstone: Diamond
Antique Victorian 18K Gold & Silver 3.33ctw Old Cut Diamond Bangle & Brooches
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian diamond, silver, and yellow gold bangle, comprising two detachable brooch fittings each comprising one large rose cut diamond, and forty old mine cut and rose cut diamond...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Gold, Blue Enamel, and Pearl Bracelet in Original Froment-Meurice Box
Located in New York, NY
An antique Victorian gold, enamel, pearl, and diamond bracelet comprised of five tapering blue enamel plaques set with quatrefoil pearl and rose diamond elements, with foliate motif ...
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1860s European Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Victorian Five-Stone Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a classically style five-stone ring dating back to the Victorian period. This antique piece has been crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold and features a trio of round fa...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Gold & Silver 4.67ctw Old Cut Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A pair of Victorian diamond, silver, and yellow gold earrings, each comprising nine large old cut diamonds, set in silver, and 18 karat yellow gold with 18 karat yellow gold fittings...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian 14K Gold 6.49ct GIA Fancy Intense Yellow Old Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Elongated Cushion Old Mine Cut - Prong Set - Fancy Intense Yellow Color - I1 Clarity - 2.99ct (exact - certified)
** See Certification Det...
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1890s Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Victorian 2.18 CTW No Heat Burma Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a cushion-shaped sapphire weighing 1.16 carats total - transparent deep vivid blue
Natural Burmese in origin and displaying no indications of heat treatment
Prong set with...
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1860s Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Austro-Hungarian Sapphire & Diamond Caryatid Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This 19th Century ring was made in the Austro-Hungarian Empire and has been crafted from 18 karat yellow gold and set with diamonds and a central sapphire. The ring features a small ...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Victorian Era Rose Gold Opal & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
We always love old mine cut halo rings!!
This beauty features a vibrant opal gemstone that exhibits a great combination of blue, green, and red fire....
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19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Sapphire & Diamond Gypsy Ring
18ct Gold
Set with Beautiful Sapphires & Diamonds
Hallmarked Birmingham 1897
UK Size K
US Size 5 1/4
Can be resized using our resizing service,...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Snake Ring Turquoise Diamond 7 Large Cocktail Serpent Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Bold and distinct antique Victorian snake ring, crafted in 10 karat yellow gold (circa 1880s to 1900s).
Turquoise measures 20mm x 15mm. One estimated 0.05 carat old mine cut diamon...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
Belle Epoque Platinum GIA Blue Moonstone Sapphire Diamond Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(1) Natural Genuine Blue Moonstone - Pierced Carving Oval Shape - Bezel Set - White Color ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info **
(1) Natural Genuine Di...
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Early 1800s Belle Époque Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Moonstone, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Victorian Gold & Silver 3.18ctw Old Cut Diamond Star Pendant & Hair Pin
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian diamond, silver, and rosy toned gold gold pendant and hair pin, comprising one large old mine cut diamond, twenty-seven smaller old mine cut diamonds, and eighteen rose c...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Late Victorian No Heat Burma Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This gorgeous Late Victorian no heat Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring is a remarkable piece of history, beautifully crafted in 18ct yellow gold. At its heart lies a stunning and rare, n...
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1890s British Late Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 1880s 18K Gold Blue Enamel & 0.65ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique yellow gold, enamel, and diamond ring, comprising one large old mine cut diamond and blue enamel decoration, set in 18 karat yellow gold, to a band of 18 karat yellow gold...
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1880s British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
14K Yellow Gold Victorian Fancy Belcher .50ct Diamond Men's Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
Victorian 10K yellow men's fancy belcher ring with a European cut diamond weighing .50cts. The diamond measures about 6.5mm with I-J color and I2 clarity. The ring fits a size 9.5 fi...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bracelet set with diamond 14k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolour gold hinge bracelet set with old mine cut diamonds. 0.80ct – L/M – Pique1
detailed description
the top of the bracelet is 5.3 mm wide
the inner size of the bracelet i...
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1880s European Early Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian Diamond & Ivy Bangle
Located in Stroud, GB
An exquisite and intricately designed Late Victorian 9ct gold cannetille bangle featuring three old mine cut and well matched diamonds.
The beautiful central ivy detail symbolises e...
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1880s British Late Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 9k Gold
Antique Victorian Gold, Old Mine Diamond, and Heart-Shaped Opal Toi et Moi Ring
Located in New York, NY
An antique late Victorian period gold, diamond, and opal "Toi et Moi" ring comprised of juxtaposed carved opal hearts in an old-mine cut diamond surround, in 14k. Atw diamonds 0.63 ...
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1890s Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian 15K Gold & Silver 10.8ctw Old Cut Diamond Pendant & Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian diamond, silver, and yellow gold brooch and pendant, comprising one large old mine cut diamond, fifty-two smaller old mine cut diamonds, and fifteen rose cut diamonds, se...
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1870s British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver
Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stunning sapphire and diamond cluster ring. This antique piece features an single oval shaped cushion cut natural unheated sapphire at the centre of the face possessin...
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Gemstone Amber Gold Figural Mask Pirate Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Sensational Finely detailed Antique Natural Amber Gemstone Figural Mask Pin featuring a Pirate with Champagne Diamond set eyes and wearing a 22 K...
Category
Late 19th Century Artisan Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Amber, Diamond, 22k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ottoman Circa 1890s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 4.2 grams.
Totally weight is diamond about 1 ct.
Totally lenght is chain 40 cm.
Pendant is original chain is new and we can extend it.
Pleas...
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1890s Turkish Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Pearl Floral Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Pearl Floral Earrings. This gorgeous pair of Victorian rose cut diamond earrings are crafted in 18k rose gold and silve...
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1890s Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Petite Georgian Diamond & 18K Gold Flower Brooch - France - Circa 1819-38
Located in Chatham, CA
Exceptional petite Georgian era diamond and 18K rose and yellow gold flower brooch - featuring nine old mine cut diamonds in solid silver crimped collet settings to form the flower h...
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Early 19th Century French Georgian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique 4.08Ct Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Earring and Ring Set Circa 1870
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 4.08 carat diamond and pearl, 12 karat and silver set earring and ring set; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
This ...
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1870s Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Solitaire ring set with old mine cut diamond up to 1.00ct 14k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolor gold solitaire ring set with old mine cut diamond. 1.00ct - I - SI2 - ring size U.S. 5 - EU. 15.75 (49)
detailed description:
the top of the ring is 6.7 mm wide by 6.0 ...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian 1.00ct Diamond Five Stone Ring, Hallmarked 1891
Located in London, GB
This beautiful five stone ring dates back to 1891. The old cut stones graduate in size, with the centre sitting the largest, weighing 0.30 carat, the flanking pair weighing 0.20 car...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian 7.60 Ct Rhodolite Garnet 2.70 Ct Diamond 18 KT Brooch Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
This marvelous antique brooch pendant is Victorian period 1890 circa
Glorious workmanship of the era made of solid 18 KT gold
Designed upon the amazing centre stone complemented with...
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1890s European Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, 18k Gold
Georgian 7.40 Ct Diamond Night Day Long Teardrop Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
An exceptional Georgian era pair of long drop earrings dating 1800 circa
Hand crafted of silver over solid 15 KT gold except the posts which are a later very old replacement made of ...
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Early 19th Century European Georgian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 15k Gold, 18k Gold
1820 European 18k gold, turquoise, old mine cut diamond & natural pearl bracelet
Located in London, GB
This unique European bracelet dating back to the 1820's is made of 18k gold, turquoise, natural pearls and approximately 4-5 carats of old mine cut diamonds. It is a remarkably beaut...
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1820s European Neoclassical Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold
1870s Victorian Hinged Bracelet with Diamonds and Emeralds in 15 Karat Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: This Victorian era hinged bangle bracelet is a high-quality piece that is over 140 years old. With its brilliant diamonds and emeralds and intricate detailing, this bra...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Antique Old Cut Diamond Poissarde Earrings
Located in Firenze, IT
Poissarde earrings with old cut diamonds approximately 4ct in silver and gold. Typical back to front ear fittings of the poissarde style and wig loop. European in origin, circa 1830c...
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1830s French Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage Pendant 50ct Emerald 1.32ctw Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold / 16 gr
Located in SE
This is a very attractive golden pendant with a huge natural Emerald surrounded by Diamonds.
Emerald measures 24 mm x 20 mm x 14 mm deep / ca. 50 ct .
This stone is of Light Green ...
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1880s Swedish Retro Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Victorian 0.50ct Pink Sapphire and Diamond Twist Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
With a distinct Art Nouveau design, this beautiful Victorian ring features a pink sapphire flanked by two old cut diamonds at its centre. claw set diagonally the old cushion cut sapp...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Tremblant Gold Natural Pearl And Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Designed as an en tremblant violet flower with rose diamond and centering a natural pearl, length 7,5cm
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Upper Arm Bangle, or Large Wrist Bangle in Ebony and Diamonds, c 1895.
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique upper arm bangle of ebony with diamonds bezel set. Describing a perfect circle and having an internal diameter of 2-5/16th inches, this very unusual piece in fine condition ...
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1880s Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we a wonderful emerald and diamond cluster ring dating back to the Victorian period. This antique piece showcases a single emerald cut natural emerald which sits slightly risen ...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Etruscan Revival Diamond set Locket Brooch Circa 1880
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
This is a simply beautiful three tiered circular Etruscan revival styled brooch. Each layer features a a different pattens of scrolled, twisted, engraved, carved gold ornamentation w...
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1880s Etruscan Revival Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 15k Gold
Antique 18K Carved Garnet of a Cherub & Diamond Brooch, 3 colors of Gold c 1881
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique 18K carved garnet of an ethereal representation of a cherub or an enfant. The work is quite three dimensional, right down to its star motif rose cut diamond in the hair. The ...
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1880s Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dutch Early Victorian Rose Cut Diamond 14K Gold and Silver Flower Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
Early Victorian Rose Cut Diamond 14K Gold and Silver Flower Necklace
This rose cut diamond flower necklace is a lovely Early Victorian era piec...
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1860s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Estate Diamond Earrings JYE's 4.25ct Luxury Diamonds Earrings Rare Earrings
Located in Jupiter, FL
Gorgeous diamond earrings by JYE'S made with 4.25 carats of diamonds in 18KT white gold.
CENTER STONE: NATURAL DIAMONDS
CARAT: 4.25CT
CLARITY: VS
COLOR: F-G
CUT: ROUND BRILLIANT
STA...
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19th Century American Modern Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Diamond Initials Pearl Enamel Oval Locket Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is an amazing Victorian oval locket pendant crafted in 18K yellow gold. Circa 1880.
The piece is adorned with black enamel stripes. There are initials (possibly letters “A” an...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Enamel
Brooch set with diamonds up to 2.60ct 14k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold with silver silver brooch set with brilliant and single cut diamonds. 2.60ct
detailed description:
The brooch has a diameter of 3.2 cm wide and 1.2 cm deep
weight 14.7 gr...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian 6.6 mm. Natural Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Earrings 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
These very pretty antique Victorian era earrings are 1880 circa
Finely hand crafted of solid 18 KT gold in Traditional Victorian cluster design
Their lovely round shape display a co...
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1880s Italian Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
11 CTW Diamond & Pink Kunzite Cushion Cut Ring 14 Karat
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Spodumene, Kunzite Cushion Cut, Diamond Ring consisting of a total of
(23) diamonds surround the center stone.
Clarity of VS quality diamonds surrounds a spectacular center stone, ...
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Late 19th Century American Contemporary Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Kunzite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 1.15ct Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful Victorian trilogy ring displays three lovely old cut diamonds, a central diamond of 0.45 carat flanked by two 0.35 carat diamonds. All are of matching quality with G c...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian 0.70ct Diamond and Pink Sapphire Five Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This Victorian five stone ring features a stunning combination of old cut diamonds and pink sapphires set in intricately carved 18 carat yellow gold. The central diamond weighs 0.30 ...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Victorian 0.80ct Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Five old cushion cut diamond glisten in this gorgeous ring from the 1880s. The central diamond is the largest at 0.35 carat, with the flanking pair at 0.15 carat each and the end dia...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian 1.50ct Opal and Diamond Three Stone Ring, hallmarked 1897
Located in London, GB
This stunning Victorian three stone ring features a trio of iridescent pals. The central opal is 0.70 carat whilst the outer pair are 0.40 carat a piece. Set in between the three pri...
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold, Victorian Ruby & Diamond Marquise Navette Shaped Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby & Diamond Marquise Ring
18ct Gold Tested
Circa 1880
This Victorian marquise-shaped ring is a true beauty. Crafted from 18ct yellow gold, the ring features a row of ...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Marquise Shaped Cluster Ring Circa 1890
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
This stunning Victorian marquise cluster ring, hand-crafted in yellow gold with silver settings. Scrolled split shoulders with a carved central gold piece supports the beautiful, clu...
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1890s Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Mixed Metal
Victorian Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian ruby diamond gold ring, circa 1890s.
This navette shaped Victorian Ruby Diamond Gold Ring is a timeless piece of jewelry that encapsulates the elegance and opulence of the...
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1890s Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 3.95 Carat Ruby, Diamond Crescent Brooch in 8k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 3.95 carat ruby and 0.44 carat diamond and 8 karat yellow gold crescent shaped brooch; part of our diverse Victorian ruby jewellery collections.
This...
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1890s Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique Enamel, Diamond and Pearl Suite, Rowlands & Frazer, London, c. 1860
Located in Aspen, CO
Important Antique Earrings and Pendant Suite. Lyre-shaped pendant and earring set in the original fitted box signed Rowlands & Frazer, London, c. 1860. Considered one of the most i...
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1860s English Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel
Belle Époque French GIA 2.83 Carat Old European Cut Diamond
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Belle Époque French GIA 2.83 Carat Old European Cut Diamond. Featuring one GIA old European cut diamond 2.83 carats, accompanied by GIA #2239199689 stating the diamond is K color...
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1890s Belle Époque Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian 9kt gold and silver butterfly brooch with old cut diamonds rubies
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Victorian 9kt white gold and silver butterfly brooch with old cut diamonds rubies.
Made in England, Circa 1890s.
X-ray tested positive for 9kt gold and silver.
The dimension...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Diamond lovers knot earrings, 15k gold and Blue enamel
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous pair of antique Victorian lovers knot earrings.
The lovers knot has become such a revered symbol in Victorian jewellery, a romantic sentiment also known as the true love ...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Emerald and Diamond floral cluster ring, 18k yellow gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
This antique Emerald and Diamond cluster ring is a true showstopper and exudes regal beauty and luxury.
This impeccable ring is crafted in rich buttery 18ct gold with a lightly beve...
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19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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!
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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).
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