Asprey Diamond
Vintage 1970s Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s European Jewelry Boxes
Gold
1950s Contemporary Interior Prints
Magazine Paper
Early 2000s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century British Wrist Watches
2010s British Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Bracelets
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century British More Bracelets
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century British Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian More Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century British More Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century More Rings
White Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century More Rings
White Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
20th Century Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Late 20th Century Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Clip-on Earrings
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1980s English Desk Accessories
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s French Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1990s Modern Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s English Desk Accessories
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 1...
Mid-20th Century British Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s British Modern Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s British Retro Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British More Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Early 2000s British Stud Earrings
Aquamarine, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s British Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Platinum
20th Century British Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, Green Sapphire, Platinum
1990s British Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Dome Rings
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century British Link Bracelets
Amethyst, White Diamond, Iolite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century British More Rings
Emerald, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century British Retro Bracelets
White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...
20th Century British Retro Bracelets
Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire,...
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Chain Bracelets
White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary English Fashion Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s British Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s British Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Diamond, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
20th Century More Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Early 2000s British Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Chalcedony
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Asprey Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Asprey 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.