Diamond Jewelry
2010s Israeli Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Silver, 14k Gold
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
2010s Thai Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Green Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century English Victorian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1890s English Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Moonstone, 9k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
1790s Rococo Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Silver
1920s Finnish Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold
1960s Italian Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1980s Brazilian Artisan Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s Spanish Art Nouveau Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k ...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Peridot, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Coral, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
2010s Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
1990s Swiss Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Diamond Jewelry
Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1940s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Roman Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Dutch Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Unknown Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose 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.