Antwerp Diamonds
2010s Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings
White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Rubelite, Other, 18k Gold, White Gold, P...
2010s Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings
White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gol...
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Chain Bracelets
Moonstone, 18k Gold, White Gold, Palladium
Mid-20th Century Belgian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Palladium
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Cocktail Rings
Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold, Palladium
2010s Belgian Contemporary Band Rings
Spinel, 18k Gold
2010s Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings
Lapis Lazuli, South Sea Pearl, Tiger s Eye, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Belgian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Belgian Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold, Palladium, Rhodium
2010s Belgian Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Belgian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold, Palladium, Rhodium
2010s Belgian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Palladium
2010s Belgian Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Aquamarine, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium, Palladium
2010s Belgian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Belgian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Belgian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Belgian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Belgian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Belgian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Yellow Beryl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Belgian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Belgian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Belgian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Belgian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Topaz, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Belgian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Quartz, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s Belgian Contemporary Dome Rings
Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Belgian Modern Cocktail Rings
Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold, Palladium
2010s Belgian Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Rubelite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Palladium, Rhodium
2010s Belgian Contemporary Band Rings
Lapis Lazuli, Natural Pearl, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings
Jade, Natural Pearl, Quartz, Yellow Gold
2010s Belgian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Moonstone, South Sea Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold, Palladium
2010s Belgian Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Aquamarine, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 2000s British Modern Engagement Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s European Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Belgian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Belgian Artist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, Multi-gemstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Go...
2010s Belgian Artist Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rh...
2010s Belgian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Mixed Metal, W...
2010s Belgian Artist Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold,...
2010s Belgian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Multi-gemstone, Opal, Tourmaline, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Opal, Pa...
Vintage 1940s French Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald
21st Century and Contemporary Singaporean Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Israeli Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Belgian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k ...
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Belgian Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Unknown Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Belgian Art Deco Engagement Rings
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Belgian Modern Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Belgian Artist Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 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.