Antique Gemstone Cuts
1760s English George III Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 15k Gold
Late 19th Century Unknown Contemporary Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
1880s Italian Late Victorian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Multi-gemstone, Base Metal
Early 20th Century Austrian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Platinum
1880s British Victorian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Early 1900s American Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, White Gold
19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Early 1900s Unknown Late Victorian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
19th Century Unknown Contemporary Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Copper, Mixed Metal
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 19th Century Indian Artisan Antique Gemstone Cuts
Multi-gemstone, 22k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Multi-gemstone, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
19th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Antique Gemstone Cuts
Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Multi-gemstone, Silver, Brass
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Gemstone Cuts
Stone, Multi-gemstone
Early 1900s Art Deco Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Platinum
1920s Art Deco Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Early 1900s Italian Edwardian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
19th Century Antique Gemstone Cuts
Aquamarine, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Platinum
1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Platinum
1880s British Victorian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1920s British Art Deco Antique Gemstone Cuts
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
1920s Art Deco Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Onyx, 15k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1910s Unknown Edwardian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
1880s Victorian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Unknown Late Victorian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 1800s Georgian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
19th Century Victorian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
1890s Victorian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
1910s British Edwardian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum
Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s British Art Deco Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold
1910s Edwardian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, 15k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Gemstone Cuts
Diamond, Platinum
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Gemstone Cuts
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
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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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A sugarloaf cut gemstone or cabochon cut involves one of the oldest stone-cutting techniques. It sees that the doming and polishing of a gemstone are carried out, which gives it a flat edge that is best suited for a fine jewelry setting. It is most popular for displaying the natural colors of stones in their pure state. Shop a diverse range of vintage sugarloaf cut gemstone rings on 1stDibs today.