10 Carat Pear Shaped Diamonds
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Quartz, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Israeli Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Cluster Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Thai Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Beryl, White Diamond, Yellow Beryl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s French Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Alexandrite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
20th Century Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1890s Late Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 2000s American Clip-on Earrings
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Yellow Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s Wrist Watches
Diamond, Palladium, Platinum
2010s Drop Earrings
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pink Diamond, White Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Zambian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Stud Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Israeli Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Israeli Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century British Artist Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1970s American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
2010s Israeli Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Singaporean Drop Earrings
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 10k Gold, 9k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Drop Earrings
Diamond, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s More Jewelry
White Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
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10 Carat Pear Shaped Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much are 10 Carat Pear Shaped Diamonds?
The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design
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.