27 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
20th Century Edwardian More Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
White Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Late 20th Century Bangles
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Peridot, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1860s Italian Victorian Chain Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s American Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Malachite, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Peridot, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s American Modernist Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Antique 1750s Unknown Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Palladium
Vintage 1960s Unknown Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Antique 1750s Unknown Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Palladium
Antique 1890s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century American Art Deco More Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s American Link Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s American Edwardian Wrist Watches
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Link Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold
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27 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 27 Carat Emerald 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.