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Ring - 18 kt. Yellow gold - 2.01ct. tw. Diamond (Natural coloured) - IGI
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
(IT) / 5 ¾ (US) Center Stone: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Carat: 2.01 cttw
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ring - 18 kt. Yellow gold - 2.17ct. tw. Diamond (Natural coloured) - IGI
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
(IT) / 5 ¾ (US) Center Stone: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Carat: 2.17 cttw
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Ring - 18 kt. Yellow gold - 2.04ct. tw. Diamond (Natural coloured) - IGI
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
(IT) / 5 ¾ (US) Center Stone: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Carat: 2.04 cttw
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Cultured Pearl and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
platinum (masked man). This vintage Art Deco pearl ring with diamonds is supplied with an independent
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural 5 Carat Blue Star Sapphire Ring with Diamond Side Stones in 14K Gold
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
- Carat: 5 - Cut: Round - Color: Blue __________________________ Side Stone Details: - Type: Diamond
Category

2010s North American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond Wedding Ring Anniversary Band Mined .10ct Platinum 1930 s
Located in Dearborn, MI
Polish Upon Request 100% Natural Diamonds   .10 Carat Diamond Weight Platinum Circa 1930's Art Deco
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

TJD 2.0 Carat Round Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold 5 Stone Halo Engagement Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Round Natural Diamond five stone ring in 14 karat yellow gold. This ring is beautifully
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Lambert Brothers European Diamond Platinum Vintage Bombé Dinner Ring
By Lambert Brothers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing 0.18 carat total - H color with VS2 clarity Set with
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Baguette Diamond 10.07 Rhodolite Garnet Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
0.84 Carats. Size- 5 1/4. FREE SIZING!!!! An Amazingly Elegant Vintage/Art Deco Inspired Oval
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, Platinum

Vintage Art Deco 0.89ct Diamond Ring Sz 5.75 Platinum Engagement Bridal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco diamond ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in 900 platinum
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Style Diamond Honey Comb Filigree 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A beautiful custom made Art Deco style diamond ring effervesces at its center with a bright white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1930s Art Deco 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Squarred Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
this Art Deco diamond ring is square with cut sides. In the center, a brilliant-cut diamond is held
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Green Oval Shape Emerald Diamond Art Deco 14K White Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
An attractive Art Deco style emerald and diamond pendant in milgrain setting centered by an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Inspired Hand Engraved Platinum Diamond Eternity Engagement Band
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Design Classic This piece is made to order. Please allow 5-8 working days once order is
Category

2010s American Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond and Onyx Bezel Set Art Deco Style Octagon Stud Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
An extraordinary Art Deco inspired stud earrings with a bezel set octagonal shaped onyx and central
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

TJD 0.50 Carat Round Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Halo 5 Cluster Designer Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
White diamonds set in a beautiful design in pressure and prong setting, H-I color I2 clarity. This
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Emerald Diamond Art Deco Style Ribbon Drop 14K White Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
These Art Deco style drop earrings are absolutely stunning, extraordinary. Over 5 carats of vivid
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Round Diamond Ruby Art Deco Style Floral Halo Set Stud Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A glamorous pair of Art Deco inspired target earrings bezel set with a round brilliant cut diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Jadeite Jade Diamond Onyx Platinum Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with subtle mottling - bezel set Flanked by rows of bead set single cut diamonds Weighing approximately
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Platinum, Enamel

Blue Topaz Ruby Diamond Art Deco Style White Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
, delicately linked by more radiant diamonds. 14K White Gold. Pendant Information Style: Art Deco Width: 6 mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Emerald Art Deco Style Filigree Drop 14K White Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
An Art Deco inspired diamond and emerald white gold filigree drop earrings. Featuring one round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ruby Diamond Art Deco Style Square 14K Rose Gold Stud Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A beautiful pair of Art Deco style millgrain and open work square shape stud earrings featuring 2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

2.30 Carat Diamond Sapphire 14 Karat White Gold Bow Open Circle Art Deco Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond and sapphire bow open circle brooch. Platinum circle with 14k white gold stem and catch
Category

Early 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Diamond Rainbow Sapphire Art Deco Style Floral 14K White Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
colors! Perfect with everyday wear, these charming vintage Art Deco revivalist design pendant features a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Diamond Emerald Drop 14K White Gold Dangle Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
These eye-catching Art Deco style earrings are hand crafted with an intricately detailed geometric
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany Co. Art Deco Emerald French Diamond Platinum Antique Quatrefoil Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
green in color Flush set with French cut diamonds at cardinal points weighing approximately 1.24 carats
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Diamond Emerald Vintage Inspired Art Deco Filigree Style Link White Bracelet
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
, surrounded by sparkling diamonds, creating a perfect harmony of color and brilliance. Set in a classic Art
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Drop Earrings Platinum Diamond Emerald Cushion Cut Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Impressive Art Deco drop earrings, made of platinum, featuring diamonds and cushion cut emeralds
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Drop Earrings Old European Cushion Cut Diamonds Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An elegant pair of Art Deco platinum and diamond drop earrings. Each earring has a floral-inspired
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Black Onyx Vintage Inspired Art Deco Style White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
and adds a touch of modern sophistication to the classic Art Deco design. Each corner of the onyx is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring .76ct Original 1930 Antique Platinum
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1930's Sapphire and Diamond Ring .76ct Vintage Platinum
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Style Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
was inspired by the clean cut modern lines of the Art Deco movement. It is composed of a square design
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

3 1/2 Carat Ct Art Deco Natural Round Diamond Full Eternity Band Ring 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
natural 1/5 carat solitaire earth-mined diamonds are set all around this solid 14k yellow gold eternity
Category

2010s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Black Onyx Art Deco Style Oval Shape 9K Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
This Art Deco style pendant features onyx in a beautifully ornate 9k yellow gold oval shape setting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Red Pink Ruby Diamond Art Deco Style 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
An Art Deco inspired ring, set to center a bezel set oval natural ruby, millgrain edging in typical
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Black Onyx Art Deco Style Dinner 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A stunning, fine and impressive Art Deco style diamond and onyx halo ring. A total of 0.058 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Blue Sapphire Diamond Square 14K Yellow Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A beautiful Art Deco style millgrain and open work square shape pendant featuring a round and 30
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Inspired Design Emerald Diamond 14K White Gold Line Bracelet
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
This art deco bar link bracelet is the epitome of vintage-inspired elegance featuring mesmerizing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Three Stone Diamond Filigree 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 5.00 g. (approx. total weight) Center Gemstone Type: Diamond Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Openwork Dangle White Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A fabulous pair of sapphire and diamond Art Deco design earrings. Typically Deco, these wonderful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Round Blue Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Inspired Design White Gold Bracelet
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
the Art Deco ear design. White gold forms a sleek single-row line bracelet with a wider, rounded
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

1950s Art Deco Platinum Diamond Ruby Ring — Old Cut ~0.60 ct
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
A commanding 1950s Art-Deco inspired ring crafted in solid platinum, where vintage geometry meets
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Emerald Diamond Vintage Inspired Art Deco Style Filigree White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
jewel, created in classic Art Deco style. The gorgeous gemstone is accented by diamonds and French cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Round Green Emerald Diamond Art Deco Style Two Tone Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A unique Art Deco inspired emerald and diamond ring. The natural emerald approx. weight 0.10 carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Blue Sapphire Diamond Square 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A beautiful Art Deco style white gold millgrain and open work square shape ring featuring a round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ruby Diamond Art Deco Style Lever Back 18K White Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
108 pieces and there are 36 diamonds points. 18K White Gold. Earrings Information Style: Art Deco
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Emerald Art Deco Style Octagon Shaped 14K White Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Information Style: Art Deco Width: 15 mm. Length: 22 mm. (length excludes chain) Weight: 3.22 g. (approx. in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Diamond Emerald Line Unique 14K White Gold Bracelet
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
emeralds line. This wonderful piece is a must-have for any Art Deco fanatic! 14K White Gold. Bracelet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond Wedding Band Ring Mined .10ct Original 1930 s Platinum
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1930's .10ct Diamond Wedding Ring Anniversary Band Platinum
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond and Emerald Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in Platinum 950
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage style ring centers a round cut diamond, weighing approximately 0.50 carat in bezel set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Blue Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Omega 14K White Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
An Art Deco inspired pair of earrings that draws all the attention to the oval shaped blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 2.46 CTW Old European Diamond Platinum Lotus Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing 2.24 carats total - F color with SI1 clarity Prong
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Blue Sapphire Diamond Vintage Inspired Art Deco Style Openwork Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Step into the elegance of the Art Deco era with this stunning Blue Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Blue Aquamarine Sapphire Diamond Octagon Halo White Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
This aquamarine with sapphire and diamond pendant presents a stunning example of art deco styling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Diamond Emerald Sapphire 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A glamorous Art Deco inspired target cluster pendant necklace bezel set with stunning a brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Octagon Blue Aquamarine Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Breathtaking handcrafted white gold Art Deco style aquamarine, sapphire and diamond halo engagement
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Art Deco Style Pink Sapphire and White Diamond Gold Bangle
Located in Hong Kong, HK
An elegant bangle, it features 5 pink sapphires weighing 0.15 carat and 4 white round brilliant
Category

2010s Art Deco Clamper Bracelets

Materials

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5 Carat Diamond Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 5 carat diamond art deco you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect 5 carat diamond art deco may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. A 5 carat diamond art deco from Diamonds Mine, Luigi Ferrara and Royaal Stones Ltd — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. 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 old european cut and oval cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a 5 carat diamond art deco, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 5 Carat Diamond Art Deco?

On average, a 5 carat diamond art deco at 1stDibs sells for $6,610, while they’re typically $250 on the low end and $850,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

A Close Look at Art Deco Jewelry

Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.

The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.

However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)

While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.

Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.

A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.

Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.