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2010s Brazilian Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Brazilian Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Band Rings
Brown Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Late Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century English Fashion Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Modern Engagement Rings
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Fire Opal, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Go...
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2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Enamel, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s American Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Retro Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s American Cluster Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Platinum
2010s Indian Modern Fashion Rings
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Choker Necklaces
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Cocktail Rings
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Engagement Rings
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Cocktail Rings
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Cocktail Rings
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
20th Century Unknown Modern Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Cocktail Rings
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
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Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Mid-18th Century European Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century British Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
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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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