11 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Peridot, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow ...
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Green Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, Morganite, Rose Gold
Vintage 1960s French Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Quartz, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s American Modern Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Modernist Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1810s Georgian Link Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, Yel...
2010s American Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Kunzite, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Zircon, Blue Zircon, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century British Glass
Crystal, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Singaporean Fashion Rings
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Go...
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Citrine, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Ruby
2010s Italian Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Turquoise, Aquamarine, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings
Zircon, Blue Zircon, Sterling Silver
20th Century English Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Rubelite, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Spanish Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Fashion Rings
Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Bridal Rings
Garnet, Sterling Silver
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s British Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
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11 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 11 Carat Cushion 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.
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Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.