10 Carat Radiant Cut Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Necklaces
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Israeli Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 10k Gold, Gold
2010s Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Oceanic Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Cluster Rings
Diamond, Turquoise, Rhodium, Silver
2010s Israeli Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Israeli Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Engagement Rings
Brown Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Gold
2010s Singaporean Cluster Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Pink Diamond
2010s Israeli Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Israeli Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s British Victorian Cluster Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Kunzite, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Israeli Bridal Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Bridal Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Bridal Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Russian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, Gold
20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Indian Modern Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, White Diamond, Kunzite, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Se...
Vintage 1940s Retro Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s Italian More Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Italian More Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s Retro Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Dangle Earrings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Modern Wedding Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Italian More Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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10 Carat Radiant Cut Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 10 Carat Radiant Cut Diamond?
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.