10 Carat Radiant Cut Diamond
20th Century French Retro Retro Bracelets
Diamond, Aquamarine, Sapphire, Pearl, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Morganite, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s European Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s Dome Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary British Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Topaz, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Topaz, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s American Bridal Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s Australian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Late 20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings
20th Century Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Engagement Rings
Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bangles
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond
Early 20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Early 20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Quartz, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White 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.
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