Diamond Jewelry
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Diamond Jewelry
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Silver
19th Century Georgian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Early 19th Century English Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold
2010s American Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Indian Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
1890s European Arts and Crafts Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century French Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s American Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Romantic Diamond Jewelry
Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, Gold Plate, White Gold, Vermeil, ...
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Diamond Jewelry
Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s Canadian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Belgian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Jade, Opal, Tourmaline, Black Opal, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Sterling...
Late 20th Century Thai Retro Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
1820s German Baroque Revival Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Israeli Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Modernist Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
1950s Spanish Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Indian Edwardian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1890s European Late Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
19th Century Art Deco Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century European Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Emerald, Diamond, Silver, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Swedish Art Nouveau Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s American Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1910s British Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
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.