Asprey Diamond
1990s British Modern Cufflinks
Diamond, Onyx, Gold
20th Century English Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 1970s British Modern Brooches
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s British Modernist Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Vintage 1960s English Retro Brooches
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Cufflinks
1990s American Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s British Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Spinel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century More Objets d Art and Vertu
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century English Bangles
Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century English Modern Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1990s British Modern Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Engagement Rings
Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Great Britain (UK) Art Deco Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
20th Century British Collectible Jewelry
Malachite, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Signet Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century British More Objets d Art and Vertu
Malachite, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver
Silver
Vintage 1980s British Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Rubelite, Tourmaline, Platinum
20th Century English Bangles
Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Cufflinks
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 19th Century English Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Diamond, Peridot, Yellow Sapphire, White Gold
Vintage 1980s French Fashion Rings
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 2000s British Signet Rings
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Wrist Watches
Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century North American Pendant Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
2010s British Chain Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s British Multi-Strand Necklaces
Black Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century British Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s British Link Bracelets
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wedding Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Drop Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Contemporary Cufflinks
Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
20th Century British Brooches
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold
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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.