Cartier Diamond Bracelet Art Deco
Vintage 1970s American Bangles
Emerald, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s French Retro Retro Bracelets
Onyx, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
20th Century French Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Charm Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond
2010s French Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s French Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Wrist Watches
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Early 20th Century French Art Deco More Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco More Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Vintage 1930s French Link Bracelets
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Platinum
French Charm Bracelets
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Retro Bracelets
White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
White Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, White Diamond, Platinum
20th Century French Chain Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
White Diamond, Platinum
Antique 19th Century Art Deco More Bracelets
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Wrist Watches
Platinum
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Platinum
1990s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
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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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