2 Ct European Cut Diamond
Vintage 1970s European Retro Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s European Retro Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s European Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Early 1800s European Georgian Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1980s European Modern Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Stud Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s European Jugendstil Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s European Retro Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s European Retro Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s European Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
1990s European Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s European Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1980s European Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century European Belle Époque Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1990s European Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s European Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s European Retro Cluster Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s European Retro Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s European Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s European Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century European Artisan Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s European Artisan Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s European Retro Cufflinks
Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel
20th Century European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
2010s European Empire Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1910s European Art Deco Boxes and Cases
Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Gold
2010s European Regency Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary European Aesthetic Movement Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s English Wedding Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1890s Austrian Victorian Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century European Brooches
Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century European Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century European Retro Brooches
Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s European Contemporary Brooches
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s European Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
2010s European Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s European Romantic Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s European Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s European Retro Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century European Late Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Late 19th Century European Stud Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s European Retro Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century European Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1950s European Retro Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1910s European Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Platinum
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2 Ct European Cut Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
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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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