Diamond Jewelry
Late 20th Century European Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Diamond Jewelry
Black Diamond, Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 1900s Belle Époque Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Italian Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 2000s Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx
1980s American Contemporary Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Tourmaline, Onyx, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
1890s European Belle Époque Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century English Victorian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
2010s Thai Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1910s British Belle Époque Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s French Modernist Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Onyx, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s French Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold
Mid-18th Century Unknown George II Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, Silver
1960s French Post-War Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century French Diamond Jewelry
Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Padparadscha Sapphire , Platinum
Early 20th Century European Jugendstil Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, Topaz, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1950s Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
2010s Turkish Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Yellow Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver, Rose Gold, Gold Plate
Early 20th Century Edwardian Diamond Jewelry
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
1880s Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Gold
2010s Italian Modern Diamond Jewelry
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Diamond Jewelry
Aquamarine, Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Retro Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond
20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Stainless Steel
2010s American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century American Retro Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Turquoise, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Peridot, Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k 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.