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Period: 1980s
Gemstone: Diamond
1980s Roman Coin Pendant in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Description:
Metal type" 18 karat yellow gold
Weight: 18 grams
Measures: 1.6 inch length x .75 inch width
Features Ruby and Diamond Accents
Diamond Details:
Cut: Round Brilliant
Color: H
Clarity: SI
Carat: .05 Carat
1 Ruby Cabochon at the bottom of the pendant
Additional Details:
18 Karat Yellow Gold Roman Coin Pendant...
Category
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Gold 3.25 Carat Natural Diamond Multi-Color Gemstone Cocktail Ring, circa 1980
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning 14k Gold Cocktail Ring (size 8).
Set in the center are four natural round gemstones (including a garnet, amethyst, and citrine) measuring approximately 6.25mm, 3 carats ...
Category
1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Gold
Omega Vintage White Gold Diamond and Coral Dial Ladies Mechanical Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Omega Ladies Wrist Watch, 23 X 20 M.M. 18K White Gold 2 Piece case, Round Brilliant cut Diamond bezel totaling 1 Carat. 17 Jewel Me...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
G Color 2, 50 Carat Princess Cut Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1980s Italian Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gerard Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Gold Earrings
By M. Gérard
Located in New York, NY
Gerard Emerald And Diamond Gold Earrings
Approx: 5.30 Cts of Emeralds
Approx: 6.70 Cts of Diamonds
Back Type: Clip on
Signed, M Ger...
Category
1980s English Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
18k Gold Diamond, Pear Shape Emerald Necklace Suite
Located in New York, NY
A regal suite comprising a necklace, bracelet, earrings and matching ring, all of similar design, each crafted in 18k white gold set with brilliant diamonds and pear shape emeralds. ...
Category
1980s American Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Emeralds, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18 Carat White Gold Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet and delicate brilliant cut diamond pendant holds a stone measuring 10pts and is set in 18carat white gold. The chain is box link and also modelled in 18carat white gold. ...
Category
1980s British Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
5.69 Carat Moonstone Rose Gold Halo Ring
Located in METAIRIE, LA
Exemplifying, and in fact exceeding, every expectation from a period Art Deco piece; from the elaborate Art Deco motif hand-tooled engraving to the color combination of gems, in a coveted Halo-design 14 Karat Rose Gold mounting
Containing 1 Focal 5.69 carat Round Natural Iridescent Peach Moonstone at 12.3mm in diameter x 4.4mm in depth, secured in 4 Doubled/Split Prongs .. [the 8-Prong setting is a characteristic of an earlier piece as well]
with 2 Pear cut Natural Red Ruby Solitaires...
Category
1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Blue Sapphire, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1988 Italian Diamond and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.17 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold necklace; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
This fine and impressive diamond pend...
Category
1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Cabochon 15.92cts Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Double Halo Dangle Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Shining from Every side, this pendant is the perfect enhancer to any necklace,
Crafted in solid Platinum, with a center with a GIA-certified Blue Sapphire from Thailand with minor ...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Aquamarine & Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Aquamarine & Diamond Star Earrings, 2 oval cut aquamarines approximately 1.00 cts, round cut diamonds approximately .70 cts & square cut sapphire approximately 1.65 cts
Back Type: pu...
Category
1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and Ruby Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18k yellow gold diamond and ruby hoop ear clips signed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
dimensions approximately 1" in length by 0.5" in width
Stamped "Van Cleef & Arpels" and numbered
Category
1980s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2.37 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold French Crossover Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1980s French 2.37 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold crossover ring; part of our diverse gemstone jewellery and estate jewellery collectio...
Category
1980s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.45 Carat Pink Sapphire, Diamond & Tsavorite Dragon Fly Pin 14 Karat Yellow
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details:
Metal type: 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Gemstones: Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Tsavorite
Weight: 7.1 grams
Measures 1.25 inch. (length) x 1.5 inch (width)
Sapphire Details:
Cut: Round
Carat: 0.45 Carats total
Color: Pink
Diamond Details:
Cut: Round
Carat: 0.20 carats total
Color: G-H
Clarity: VS
Tsavorite Details:
Cut: Round
Carat: 0.02 carat total
Color: Green
Item Features:
This beautiful Dragon Fly pin...
Category
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, 14k Gold
Bulgari Spiga White Gold Diamond Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
An iconic set of Bulgari earrings from the Spiga collection, each earring is adorned with the finest round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold.
Category
1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Ruby & Diamond Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Ruby & Diamond Gold Dangle Earrings
2 pear shape rubies approximately 1.95 cts
pave round cut diamonds approximately 6.00 cts
Back Type: Clip On
Measurements: 1.5" long
Gol...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Maillon Panthere Seven-Row Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
This Cartier Maillon Panthere 7 Row Diamond Necklace is STUNNING.
In gorgeous 18k Yellow Gold and 3 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds total weight approximately...
Category
1980s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Paul Morelli Diamond Ball on Chain
By Paul Morelli
Located in Dallas, TX
Paul Morelli 18k Gold Diamond Ball on Chain. Chain is 40 inches long in 14k gold. Stamped 14k ITALY
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified Emerald & Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Certified Emerald & Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Platinum and 18K Gold ring with 1 Emerald cut Emerald, 11.12 cts and 2 side triangular diamonds, 1.55 c...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Iconic Pomellato Diamond & Gold Chain Bracelet Necklace Earrings Ring Set Suite
By Pomellato
Located in Switzerland, CH
A truly famous set of jewelry by Pomellato
One of the most iconic and timeless designs ever created by Pomellato
Featured in numerous ads, editorials and campaigns over the years
A full set of transformative jewelry - so versatile, many combinations are possible to create a new look.
Consisting of 3 bracelets, 1 ring and 1 earring set.
The bracelets can be worn each by itself or 2 or all 3 connected together as necklace.
Golden bracelet...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Platinum Art Deco Inspired Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Platinum art deco inspired emerald and diamond ring
Made in 1980's
Ring is hallmarked PLAT (.950 platinum purity_=)
Hallmarked 0.55 ct for Emerald weight
Dimensions -
Ring Size (UK...
Category
1980s Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Two Rows Round Brilliant Diamond Ring 14K White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Clean, modern and elegant describe this striking ring composed of two rows of round brilliant diamonds weighing approximately .65 carats in total, set in a streamlined 14 karat white...
Category
1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov, 2.03 Carat Round Diamonds by the Yard Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An antique style diamonds by the yard necklace showcasing a row of round brilliant diamonds, set in a rope design bezel made in 18k white gold. Each diamond is spaced evenly on an 18...
Category
1980s American Contemporary Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Boucheron 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Necklace
By Boucheron
Located in Dallas, TX
Designer necklace by Boucheron is a heavy 118.7 grams of 18K Yellow Gold and features ribbed swirl design links continuously wrapping the neck in an elegant pattern. Necklace feature...
Category
1980s French Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cabochon Pink Tourmaline Chunky Bracelet, Circa 1985
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Vintage 18K yellow gold bracelet with 55 round diamonds totaling 1.52 carats (G color, VS clarity) and with 7 oval cabochon-cut pink t...
Category
1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.92 Carat Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1.92 carat diamond and 15 karat white gold full eternity ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
This stunn...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 15k Gold, White Gold
1.24 Carat Diamond and Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 1.24 carat diamond and platinum three stone dress ring; part of our diverse vintage diamond engagement ring collections.
This stunning vintage and contemporary...
Category
1980s English Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Emerald Cut Eternity Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Emerald Cut Eternity Band Ring in Platinum.
A vintage eternity band comprised of emerald-cut diamonds carefully calibrated and m...
Category
1980s American Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Oval Cut Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Oval Cut Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Sapphire Weight: approximately 2.76 cts
Pear Diamond Weight: approximately .23 cts
Baguette Diamond W...
Category
1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Men’s 0.60 Carat Diamond Woven Design Wedding Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Men’s 0.60 Carat Diamond Woven Design Wedding Band Ring. The ring features four diamonds in the middle with a swivel design in white gold setting making the diamonds standout...
Category
1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Carved Coral and Diamond Dragon Head Ring
Located in New York, NY
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Carved Coral and Diamond Dragon Head Ring.
Since dragons aren’t real, it seems a little silly to talk about what they are. Bu...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier White Gold Diamond Pave Ring
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
White Gold Diamond Pave Ring from Cartier. Size 8.25
Category
1980s French Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
David Webb Vintage 1980s Diamond Rock Crystal Pendant
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Vintage 1980s Diamond Rock Crystal Pendant
A platinum and 18k white gold pendant, set with carved rock crystal and diamonds signed David Webb.
measures approx. 2.0″ in len...
Category
1980s American Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Emeralds, Sapphires, White Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Michael Weggenman Platinum Baguette Diamond Band
Located in Dallas, TX
Platinum Baguette Diamond Band from Michael Weggenman.
21 Baguette Diamonds
Size 7
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1980s Diamond Pearl Enamel 18 Karat Gold Choker Necklace Earring Set
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully designed and masterfully handcrafted this 1980s choker necklace and earring set is a stunning site on any neck and ear. The...
Category
1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Vintage Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
These gorgeous earrings are modelled in matte 18carat gold and each hold a sparkling diamond measuring 5pts each. The stones are set in white gold square settings.
Dimensions: 8x8m...
Category
1980s British Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold
David Webb Large Fluted Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Bethesda, MD
From David Webb, a pair of fluted gold and diamond earrings. Meticulously designed to lay perfectly on the ear
♦ Designer: David Webb
♦ Metal: 18 karat/platinum
♦Weight 57 grams
♦...
Category
1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
48.24 Certified Natural Sapphire Brooch by Ruser
Located in New York, NY
48.24 Certified Natural Sapphire Brooch by Ruser
1 cabochon sapphire weighing 48.24 carats certified as natural by AGL laboratories and of Ceylown origin, surrounded by 29 round cu...
Category
1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
1.47 Carat Floral Yellow Gold Diamond Band Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Band Ring with a beautiful floral design.
176 Diamonds
Diamond weight: 1.47 Carat
Color: tw
Clarity: vs
Cut:...
Category
1980s German Contemporary Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Carved Taveez Emerald and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Carved Taveez Emerald and Diamond Necklace
34 Emeralds approximately 58.35 carats
42 Baguette Cut Diamonds and 224 Round Cut Diamonds approximately 6.02 carats
Measurements: 16" long
Gold Type: 18k White Gold
Taveez emerald reference from Christies:
History sometimes makes inextricable links between places and gemstones, as India shows. Although the Spanish controlled the great emerald mines of Colombia throughout the apogee of their production from the 16th to the 18th century, most of the output was exported to India to be used for jewels commissioned by the Royal families.
When these stones appeared in western markets in the early 20th century, they became known as ‘Old Indian Material’. The ‘Indian’ character of this emerald is accentuated by its traditional taviz-cut, a flat hexagonal tablet form, often seen in Mughal jewels...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond, Onyx Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Exceptionally designed as a series of onyx links, joined by 18K gold bands embellished with brilliant circular-cut diamonds. Circumference – approx. 2″ x 2″. Signed Van Cleef & Arpe...
Category
1980s American Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Gold Hoop Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of chic hoop earrings with round cut diamonds, mounted on 18kt yellow gold. Made in Italy, circa 1980
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Estate Diamond Sapphire Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, Italy
Elegant 18k white Gold three stone ring containing one oval cut Diamond weighing 1.00 carat graded L color VVS2 clarity. The diamond is flanked by two oval shape mixed cut Sapphires ...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
Tiffany & Co. Ruby and Diamond Earrings
Located in Dallas, TX
18K Yellow Gold Tiffany Company Ruby and Diamond Earrings. These stunning earrings are Clip On. Stamped T and C and 750. Rubies are square shaped and calibre cut and Diamonds are ...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds, Aquamarines 14 Karat White Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
30 Carat Cabochon Blue Sapphire and Diamond Double Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
A rare and important piece of jewelry showcasing a single large cabochon blue sapphire, surrounded by two rows of round brilliant diamonds. Set in an 18k white gold mounting.
Blue sa...
Category
1980s American Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby & Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Ruby & Diamond Dangle Earrings, 2 pear shape diamonds approximately 1.40 cts. 2 pear shape rubies approximately 4.00 cts. 10 round cut rubi...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
18kt Yellow Gold Oval 57ct. Emerald and .46ct. Diamond Ring
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
An oval emerald weighing 0.57carats is set in the center of this 18 karat yellow gold ring. The emerald is flanked by 2 round brilliant diamonds, total weight 0.46 carats.
Stamped 18...
Category
1980s American Contemporary Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Paul Morelli 18k Yellow Gold Band with Diamonds
By Paul Morelli
Located in Dallas, TX
This stunning band features a staple design language from Paul Morelli. Sized to a 6.5 this ring cast in 18k yellow gold features 16 round diamonds and weighs a total of 7.6g.
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier "Santos" 18 Karat White Gold Dumont Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold and diamonds with back leather straps.
Cartier serial number: WH100251
Comes with original box and papers
Ladies size
Category
1980s American Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Nova 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with 3.48 Carat Round and Baguette Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This 18 karat yellow gold ring was designed by Nova. A beautiful setting highlighting Round and Baguette cut Diamonds . The Diamonds are set in a basket weaved type setting allowing ...
Category
1980s American Contemporary Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980's Two Tone 14K Gold Bangle Bracelet with Three Diamonds
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's Two Tone 14K Gold Bangle Bracelet with Three Diamonds - The Italian made bangle contains 3 diamonds that weigh about .10ct total weight with H color and VS2 clarity. The top of the bangle is white gold and it is attached to yellow gold cuffs...
Category
1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Boucheron Paris Elegant Baguette Diamond Demi Parure
By Boucheron
Located in New York, NY
Boucheron Paris, the innovator of this style of baguette set ribbon diamond work intermingled with brilliant diamonds. A matching ribbon pin and fabulous ear clips.
Diamond total ca...
Category
1980s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Blue and Yellow Sapphire & Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Blue and Yellow Sapphire & Diamond Earrings
Sapphire & Diamond Link Earrings 2 blue sapphires approximately .84 cts, 2 yellow sapphires ap...
Category
1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
.56 Carat Diamond Yellow and White Gold Tiffany & Co. Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details:
Ring Size: 6.5
Metal Type: 18K Yellow and White Gold
Weight: 2.6 grams
Center Diamond Details:
Shape: Round Brilliant
Carat Weight: .56 ct
Color: H
Clarity: VS2
Engr...
Category
1980s American Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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.
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