Bullet Diamond
2010s American Three-Stone Rings
White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Blue Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Chrysophrase, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Modern Dome Rings
Chalcedony, 14k Gold
2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Quartz, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Unknown Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Bridal Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Blue Zircon, Platinum
2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Alexandrite, Platinum
Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Topaz, Imperial Topaz, 18k Gold,...
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Signet Rings
Alexandrite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary More Rings
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s British Modern Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco More Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
White Diamond, Spinel, Diamond, Platinum
2010s Unknown Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco More Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Indian Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Moonstone, Sterling Silver
2010s Asian Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, White Gold, Plat...
French Cocktail Rings
Natural Pearl, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century American Art Deco More Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Platinum
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Bullet Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Bullet 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.