Baguette Jewellery
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s Brooches
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
2010s Afghan Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Retro Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Unknown Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Retro Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Artisan Stud Earrings
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Fashion Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Modern Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Thai Band Rings
Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s More Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond
2010s Hoop Earrings
Sapphire, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s American Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1980s American Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Retro Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces
White Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Modern Cufflinks
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Late 20th Century Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Art Deco Fashion Rings
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Blue Sapphire, Yellow 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.
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