Black Opal And Diamond Pendant
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Renaissance Revival Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Pearl, Turquoise, Silver, Enamel
Vintage 1920s Danish Greek Revival Pendant Necklaces
Enamel, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s German Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces
Chalcedony, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Crystal, Black Opal, Gold,...
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Agate, Citrine, Diamond, Opal, Peridot, Black Opal, Gold Plate, Sterling...
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
20th Century Australian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
20th Century Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Black Opal, Multi-gemst...
Vintage 1910s Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces
Enamel, Silver
2010s Hong Kong Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold,...
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Amethyst, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
20th Century Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, Black Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique 1890s English Victorian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Black Opal, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Modern Loose Gemstones
Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces
Agate, Amber, Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Druzy, 14k Gol...
2010s Italian Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s Italian Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
2010s French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
2010s French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
2010s French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
2010s French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
2010s French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
2010s French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
2010s French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
2010s French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
2010s French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
2010s French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
2010s French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
2010s French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
2010s French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
2010s French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
2010s French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Amber, Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold P...
2010s Italian Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Rhodolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum, 14k Gold
Antique Late 18th Century Unknown Georgian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Colombian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, 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.
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