Diamond Jewelry
Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 1900s Turkish Late Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold
1890s British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold
2010s Hong Kong Victorian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Israeli Victorian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold
1850s European Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s European Victorian Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, Silver
1880s English Late Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
1890s Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Late Victorian Diamond Jewelry
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Victorian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Peridot, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Indian Victorian Diamond Jewelry
Emerald, Tanzanite, Diamond, Silver
Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Indian Victorian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold
19th Century Unknown Early Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Early 1900s Asian Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 9k Gold
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Early 18th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver
1890s English Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
1880s Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1870s English Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Victorian Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1870s Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1840s Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Silver
19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Silver
1860s English Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel
1890s Late Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Diamond Jewelry
Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Diamond, Aquamarine, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Victorian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
1890s English Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 1900s Late Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1860s Unknown High Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Turkish Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Victorian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
2010s Indian Victorian Diamond Jewelry
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s American Victorian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
19th Century British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sterling Silver
18th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 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.