Diamond Jewelry
2010s Thai Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White ...
1960s French Modernist Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Mid-20th Century European Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
1980s Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond
2010s American Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Spanish Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century French Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s Italian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
2010s American Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
1950s Egyptian Egyptian Revival Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary American Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Zircon, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s Thai Artisan Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Swedish Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
1990s Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Onyx, White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Early 20th Century English Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Amethyst, Diamond, 15k Gold
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Classical Greek Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Iolite, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Jewelry
Purple Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold,...
1950s European Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Baroque Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
2010s Unknown Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Malachite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
2010s Italian Retro Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Diamond Jewelry
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
1920s Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Fire Opal, Opal, Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Diamond Jewelry
Amethyst, Diamond, Silver
20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver
2010s American Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Diamond Jewelry
Amethyst, Diamond, Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
1960s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Sapphire, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
2010s American Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Greek Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 22k Gold
Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
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.