8 Carat Old Mine Cut
Antique 1880s Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Retro Stud Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1790s Georgian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 1870s Victorian Bangles
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1930s Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Belle Époque Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Antique 1790s Georgian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Russian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique 1890s European Victorian Bangles
Diamond, 15k Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Wedding Rings
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Early 20th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Link Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Late Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s American Edwardian Band Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Black Opal, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 1890s Victorian Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1870s Link Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 19th Century Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Bridal Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, 14k Gold, Enamel
Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Cluster Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1870s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond
Antique 1890s American Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century English Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s European Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s American Victorian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Late Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 1870s Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century European Early Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Antique 19th Century French Brooches
Diamond, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Engagement Rings
Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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8 Carat Old Mine Cut For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 8 Carat Old Mine Cut?
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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