Diamond Jewelry
21st Century and Contemporary American Egyptian Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Unknown Baroque Revival Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Greek Greek Revival Diamond Jewelry
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Egyptian Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Italian Gothic Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s Unknown Revival Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Gold
2010s American Etruscan Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 24k Gold, Sterling Silver
1950s Unknown Revival Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Egyptian Revival Diamond Jewelry
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Brass, Gold, Gold Plate
20th Century Revival Diamond Jewelry
Coral, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
1960s Unknown Revival Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
1960s Unknown Revival Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Baroque Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
20th Century Revival Diamond Jewelry
Coral, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
1880s Austrian Egyptian Revival Antique Diamond Jewelry
Chalcedony, Diamond, Ruby, Enamel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Egyptian Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
1990s Etruscan Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1860s British Holbeinesque Antique Diamond Jewelry
Amethyst, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 22k Gold
2010s Turkish Egyptian Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Topaz, Zircon, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1860s Egyptian Revival Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold
15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Baroque Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Topaz, Blue Topaz, White ...
Early 2000s Hong Kong Baroque Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930s Russian Russian Revival Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Baroque Revival Diamond Jewelry
Garnet, Tourmaline, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Egyptian Revival Diamond Jewelry
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil
2010s American Egyptian Revival Diamond Jewelry
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
2010s Hong Kong Baroque Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Baroque Revival Diamond Jewelry
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Baroque Revival Diamond Jewelry
Tourmaline, Paraiba, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Rose ...
1880s British Renaissance Revival Antique Diamond Jewelry
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gol...
1880s Unknown Egyptian Revival Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Tiger's Eye, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Gothic Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Egyptian Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Egyptian Revival Diamond Jewelry
Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Unknown Gothic Revival Antique Diamond Jewelry
Beryl, Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold
2010s American Egyptian Revival Diamond Jewelry
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
Mid-19th Century Unknown Gothic Revival Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s American Baroque Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
15th Century and Earlier American Baroque Revival Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century British Renaissance Revival Diamond Jewelry
Pearl, Diamond, Gold, Silver
15th Century and Earlier American Baroque Revival Antique Diamond Jewelry
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
19th Century Unknown Baroque Revival Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold
15th Century and Earlier Greek Revival Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Egyptian Revival Diamond Jewelry
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Gold Plate, Brass, Gold
1850s British Renaissance Revival Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s American Egyptian Revival Diamond Jewelry
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Gothic Revival Diamond Jewelry
Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver, 18k Gold
1970s German Revival Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Baroque Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Egyptian Revival Diamond Jewelry
Emerald, Aquamarine, White Diamond, Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, 10k Gold
20th Century American Greek Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Etruscan Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Revival Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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.