1959 Platinum

Category

Vintage 1950s American Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Exceptional 68 Carat Ruby and Diamond High Jewelry Necklace

$144,000 Sale Price

20% Off

GIA graded unheated Blue Star Sapphire, weighing 27 cts Diamond Ring, c 1950.

Located in Aspen, CO

weight is 1.50 cts. This vintage platinum ring is well made with an unusual fan like design on the shank

Category

Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Platinum

GIA graded unheated Blue Star Sapphire, weighing 27 cts Diamond Ring, c 1950.

$9,900

Vintage Diamond Earrings, circa 1950

Located in London, GB

reverse with a secure hinged clip, approximately 3cm in length. Marked 18 carat yellow gold and platinum

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Diamond Earrings, circa 1950

$36,503

Important Diamond Sapphire Cascade Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

An important platinum cuff bracelet with cascade forms, jeweled by approximately 130cts of natural

Category

Vintage 1950s Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum

Important Diamond Sapphire Cascade Bracelet

$195,000

Vintage 0.60ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1950s

Located in London, GB

securely set into platinum, whilst the basket and band are crafted from contrasting 18 carat yellow gold

Category

Vintage 1950s British Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage 0.60ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1950s

$3,567

Vintage 1950s 8.11 Carat Emerald Ring with Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold with an AGL certified Zambian Emerald weighing 8.11

Category

Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 1950s 8.11 Carat Emerald Ring with Diamonds

$103,000

Boucheron Diamond Clip Earrings, English, circa 1950

By Boucheron

Located in London, GB

with a secure hinged clip, approximately 4.2 cm in length. Earrings tested platinum, fittings tested

Category

Vintage 1950s British Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Boucheron Diamond Clip Earrings, English, circa 1950

$43,970

Cartier Diamond and Sapphire Three Stone Ring, French, circa 1950

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

squared shank. Tested platinum, signed 'Cartier Paris', numbered 'N9012', French, circa 1950, accompanied

Category

Vintage 1950s French Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Cartier Diamond and Sapphire Three Stone Ring, French, circa 1950

$58,903

Vintage 0.75 Carat Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring, circa 1950s

Located in London, GB

clarity and create a glittering effect. The gemstones are set in platinum, while the band is made of 18

Category

Vintage 1950s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 0.75 Carat Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring, circa 1950s

$4,728

Vintage 10.00ct Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Ring, c.1950s

Located in London, GB

: 10.00ct Metal: 18ct White Gold, Platinum Age: 1950s Size: O

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage 10.00ct Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Ring, c.1950s

$13,025

Vintage Emerald and Diamond Ring, English, circa 1950s

Located in London, GB

platinum rubover settings with an approximate combined weight of 0.60 carats, to an intricate pierced

Category

Vintage 1950s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Emerald and Diamond Ring, English, circa 1950s

$59,733

Retro Diamond Set Flower Brooch Circa 1950 s

Located in ADELAIDE, SA

yellow gold and Platinum Weight: 16.92 grams Measurements: Length 6.0cm, width 3.1cm Era: Retro Circa

Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Mixed Metal

Retro Diamond Set Flower Brooch Circa 1950 s

$3,640

Natural Unenhanced Burmese Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring

Located in London, GB

backholing, tapering at the raised trumpeted shoulders, down to a solid D-shape shank. Tested platinum, circa

Category

Vintage 1950s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Natural Unenhanced Burmese Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring

$109,510

Vintage Diamond Solitaire Ring, circa 1950s

Located in London, GB

mount and collet is made of platinum and it then leads into the 18 carat white gold band. It is a

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Diamond Solitaire Ring, circa 1950s

$4,728

Colour change Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring

Located in London, GB

platinum and yellow gold, accompanied by Gemmological Certification Services report #5783-3039.

Category

Vintage 1950s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Colour change Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring

$373,332

Vintage Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1950 This vintage platinum cluster ring is bezel-set with a cabochon cut midnight blue

Category

Vintage 1950s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring

$6,800

Selection of Vintage Eternity Bands

Located in New York, NY

($3800) The Emerald and Diamond is French cut and round size 6 ($3800). They are set in platinum and

Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum

Selection of Vintage Eternity Bands

$3,800 / item

Tiffany Co. Mid-Century 1.06 CTW Transitional Cut Diamond Engagement Ring GIA

By Tiffany Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

classic six-pronged Tiffany setting Completed by knife edge shank Stamped for platinum Inscribed with

Category

Vintage 1950s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany Co. Mid-Century 1.06 CTW Transitional Cut Diamond Engagement Ring GIA

$21,500

Vintage fancy coloured diamond crossover ring, circa 1950.

Located in London, GB

shoulders and flowing through to a partially ribbed shank. Tested yellow gold and platinum, circa 1950.

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage fancy coloured diamond crossover ring, circa 1950.

$26,962

Mid-Century Gold, Sapphire, and Diamond Ring of Stylized Belt Buckle Design

Located in New York, NY

platinum. * Includes Kentshire's letter of authenticity for insurance purposes * Free shipping * Please do

Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Mid-Century Gold, Sapphire, and Diamond Ring of Stylized Belt Buckle Design

$7,900

Art Deco 3.9 Carat GIA Certified D Natural Diamond Sapphire Plat Ring circa 1950

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Rare Art Deco Natural Diamond and Sapphire Platinum Ring. The centerstone is a 0.84 Carat GIA

Category

Vintage 1950s European Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco 3.9 Carat GIA Certified D Natural Diamond Sapphire Plat Ring circa 1950

$35,400

Vintage Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring, American, circa 1950

Located in London, GB

, open backholing and all on a slim D-shape shank. Tested platinum, American, circa 1950. Please note

Category

Vintage 1950s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Vintage Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring, American, circa 1950

$19,911

Vintage 4.20ct Diamond and Sapphire Drop Earrings, c.1950s

Located in London, GB

diamonds total to 0.30 carat. They have hinge back posts, typical of the 50s era. A combination of platinum

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 4.20ct Diamond and Sapphire Drop Earrings, c.1950s

$57,244

Vintage 1.25ct Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring, c.1950s

Located in London, GB

fully natural with no signs of treatment. The gem stone is claw set into platinum and surrounded by ten

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 1.25ct Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring, c.1950s

$6,567

Fancy Intense 2.39 Carat Yellow Diamond Flanked Solitaire Ring, circa 1950

Located in London, GB

platinum, circa 1950, accompanied by Gemological Institute of America (GIA) report #2223772946.

Category

Vintage 1950s Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Fancy Intense 2.39 Carat Yellow Diamond Flanked Solitaire Ring, circa 1950

$116,147

Vintage Ring natural 0.8ctw Sapphire Diamonds 18K Gold ØUS6.25 / 2.25gr

Located in SE

Vintage Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum decorated with 19 natural Blue Sapphire stones

Category

Vintage 1950s European Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Ring natural 0.8ctw Sapphire Diamonds 18K Gold ØUS6.25 / 2.25gr

$1,175

1954 Ring natural 0.45ct Sapphire 0.64 ctw Diamonds 18K Gold ØUS6.75 /2.43gr

Located in SE

Platinum settings. Swedish hallmarks, 18K, crowned head (Stockholm). Year combination D9 / hand - made in

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

1954 Ring natural 0.45ct Sapphire 0.64 ctw Diamonds 18K Gold ØUS6.75 /2.43gr

$1,200

Vintage 1950s 2.15 Carat Amethyst 2.13 Carat Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

diamond ring has been crafted in 18k white gold with platinum settings. The impressive feature high

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, Gold, Platinum, White Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 1950s 2.15 Carat Amethyst 2.13 Carat Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring

$6,153

6.75 Carat Fancy Yellow Square Radiant Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold with a GIA certified Natural Fancy Yellow, Square

Category

Vintage 1950s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

6.75 Carat Fancy Yellow Square Radiant Diamond Engagement Ring

$165,000

Boucheron Diamond and Gold Clip Earrings, French, circa 1950

By Boucheron

Located in London, GB

carat yellow gold and platinum, signed 'BOUCHERON, PARIS', maker's mark for André Vassort, French, circa

Category

Vintage 1950s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Boucheron Diamond and Gold Clip Earrings, French, circa 1950

$27,377

Ceylon Star Sapphire and Diamond Ring by J. Milhening. Inc, American, circa 1950

Located in London, GB

platinum and iridium, maker's mark for J. Milhening. Inc, Chicago, American, circa 1950, accompanied by

Category

Vintage 1950s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum

Ceylon Star Sapphire and Diamond Ring by J. Milhening. Inc, American, circa 1950

$32,355

1950s GIA 4.38ctw Natural Color-Change PURPLE No-Heat Sapphire Diamond Plat Ring

Located in New York, NY

1950s GIA 4.38ctw Natural Color-Change PURPLE Unheated Round Sapphire Diamond Platinum Cocktail

Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum

1950s GIA 4.38ctw Natural Color-Change PURPLE No-Heat Sapphire Diamond Plat Ring

$10,990

Marquise Diamond and Ruby Convertible Ring, circa 1950.

Located in London, GB

yellow gold outer ring, with a hammered finish and tapered shoulders. Marked platinum and tested 18ct

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Post-War Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Marquise Diamond and Ruby Convertible Ring, circa 1950.

$59,733

AAA Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

This stunning three-stone engagement ring is crafted in luxurious platinum and showcases a vivid

Category

Vintage 1950s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

AAA Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring

$54,400 Sale Price

20% Off

Late Deco Diamond Three-Stone Ring, circa 1950s

Located in London, GB

diamond, highlighted by two 0.25 carat diamonds either side. All sparkle within their platinum collets and

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Late Deco Diamond Three-Stone Ring, circa 1950s

$3,567

Vintage 3.90ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1950s

Located in London, GB

An intense blue sapphire sits between two glittering old cut diamonds in this vintage trilogy ring. The impressive 3.90 carat sapphire is an oval cut stone, certified as Sri Lankan, ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, White Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 3.90ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1950s

$15,679

Fancy yellow diamond engagement ring, circa 1950

Located in London, GB

to raised shoulders and flowing through to a solid D-shaped shank. Tested yellow gold and platinum

Category

Vintage 1950s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Fancy yellow diamond engagement ring, circa 1950

$34,844

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1950s

Located in London, GB

are mounted in platinum, with the balance of the ring in 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Sapphire

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1950s

$3,733

Onyx Gold Bead Brooch 18k Retro Jewelry Signed OSL

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

pictures 7 and 8). The brooch is made of 18 karat (stamped) yellow gold, platinum, black onyx and diamond

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Onyx Gold Bead Brooch 18k Retro Jewelry Signed OSL

$12,500

Vintage Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring, circa 1950s

Located in London, GB

shoulders of the ring. The dazzling diamonds are grain set within platinum, allowing their colour to shine

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring, circa 1950s

$10,204

Vintage Burmese sapphire and diamond ring, English, circa 1950.

Located in London, GB

to a solid D-shape shank. Marked 18 carat gold and platinum, English, circa 1950, accompanied by

Category

Vintage 1950s English Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Burmese sapphire and diamond ring, English, circa 1950.

$111,999

Important Diamond Sapphire Cascade Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

An important platinum cuff bracelet with cascade forms, jeweled by approximately 130cts of natural

Category

Vintage 1950s Cuff Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Important Diamond Sapphire Cascade Bracelet

$220,000

Art Deco Style 2.76ct Burmese Sapphire and Diamond Ring, c.1950s

Located in London, GB

sparkling finishing touches to this ring's vintage platinum setting. Gemstone: Sapphire Stone Shape: Cushion

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Style 2.76ct Burmese Sapphire and Diamond Ring, c.1950s

$20,325

Vintage 1.50ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1950s

Located in London, GB

contrast and sparkle. The diamonds are securely set into platinum, enhancing the brilliance of the stones

Category

Vintage 1950s British Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage 1.50ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1950s

$6,567

Vintage 1.70ct Diamond and Emerald Target Ring, c.1950s

Located in London, GB

in both platinum and 18ct yellow gold. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 1.70

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 1.70ct Diamond and Emerald Target Ring, c.1950s

$27,792

Vintage 0.90ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1950s

Located in London, GB

sapphire and set into platinum are ten sparkling round brilliant diamonds with an additional two down each

Category

Vintage 1950s British Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 0.90ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1950s

$6,222

GIA Certified 3.10 Carat Old Mine Muzo Colombian Emerald Old Cut Diamond Ring

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage GIA Certified 3.10 Carat No Oil Colombian Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Ring in Platinum

Category

Vintage 1950s European Retro Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.10 Carat Old Mine Muzo Colombian Emerald Old Cut Diamond Ring

$78,000

Van Cleef Arpels "Jewels of a Rajah" Musical Brooch

By Van Cleef Arpels

Located in New York, NY

Van Cleef Arpels "Jewels of a Rajah" Musical Brooch Description: This charming Van Cleef Arpels brooch from the iconic Minaudière series The Jewels of Rajah Brooch is in...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Van Cleef Arpels "Jewels of a Rajah" Musical Brooch

$100,000

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, circa 1950

Located in London, GB

-shape shank. Marked platinum, English, circa 1950, accompanied by Gemmological Certification Services

Category

Vintage 1950s British Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, circa 1950

$28,069

Wolfers Freres Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald Brooch, c.1950s

Located in London, GB

: Eight Cut Colour: F Clarity: VS Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Wolfers Freres Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald Brooch, c.1950s

$6,222

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.45 Cttw Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring

Located in Troy, MI

clarity, E color) and just pops in the platinum bezel in center. Ring is 7.75mm wide and is a size 5.25

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.45 Cttw Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring

$3,995

Vintage invisibly set sapphire and diamond ring, circa 1950.

Located in London, GB

pierced backholing, the integrated shoulders smooth down to a solid D-shaped shank. Tested platinum, circa

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage invisibly set sapphire and diamond ring, circa 1950.

$66,370

15 Carat Emerald and 5.50 Carat Old European Diamond Bib Necklace Rare Estate

Located in Miami, FL

This Rare Circa 1950's necklace is a true classic, crafted from 18 karat gold and 15 karat palladium. Adorned with 15 total carats of natural, no oil, Emeralds and 5.50 Carats of E...

Category

Vintage 1950s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Palladium, Gold, White Gold, Platinum

15 Carat Emerald and 5.50 Carat Old European Diamond Bib Necklace Rare Estate

$136,500

1950s Important Sapphire Diamond Drop Necklace

Located in New York, NY

An important cabochon Sapphire & Diamond drop necklace, the centerpiece being detachable to be worn as a brooch. Made in France, circa 1950.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Drop Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum

1950s Important Sapphire Diamond Drop Necklace

$250,000

GIA graded unheated Blue Star Sapphire, weighing 27 cts Diamond Ring, c 1950.

Located in Aspen, CO

weight is 1.50 cts. This vintage platinum ring is well made with an unusual fan like design on the shank

Category

Vintage 1950s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Platinum

GIA graded unheated Blue Star Sapphire, weighing 27 cts Diamond Ring, c 1950.

$7,425 Sale Price

25% Off

Vintage Retro 18K Yellow Gold Natural Spinel and Diamond Cocktail Ring - GIA

Located in Great Neck, NY

incredible vintage retro natural spinel and diamond cocktail ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum

Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Retro 18K Yellow Gold Natural Spinel and Diamond Cocktail Ring - GIA

$14,950

1950s Vintage Gadroons Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring

Located in Poitiers, FR

Ring in 18 Karats yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark and platinum. Retro diamonds ring, this

Category

Vintage 1950s French Retro Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1950s Vintage Gadroons Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring

$4,907

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1959 Platinum For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of 1959 platinum you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of 1959 platinum from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of 1959 platinum — no matter the origin — is easy, but Cartier, Van Cleef Arpels and Tiffany Co. each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes baguette cut and emerald cut alternatives. When shopping for an object in our assortment of 1959 platinum, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 1959 Platinum?

The price for a piece of 1959 platinum starts at $312 and tops out at $750,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $9,728.

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).

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