Diamond Bows Sapphire Diamond
2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s American Modern Bangles
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Early 2000s American Modern Charm Bracelets
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s Thai Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s European Retro Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American More Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
20th Century Wedding Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches
White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Fashion Rings
14k Gold
2010s Fashion Rings
18k Gold
Early 20th Century Engagement Rings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Early 2000s More Rings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Sapphire, Coral, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Brooches
Sapphire, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Late 20th Century German Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Edwardian Brooches
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold
20th Century British Early Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Silver
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1910s French Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Canadian Contemporary Modern Bracelets
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Canadian Contemporary Modern Bracelets
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Canadian Contemporary Modern Bracelets
White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Russian Art Nouveau Brooches
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s Canadian Contemporary Modern Bracelets
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Sapphire, South Sea Pearl, White...
20th Century American Brooches
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Late 20th Century Unknown Brooches
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire
20th Century Brooches
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Bangles
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Brooches
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
20th Century More Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Brooches
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire
20th Century French Modern Brooches
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
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Diamond Bows Sapphire Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Diamond Bows Sapphire 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Unless the sapphire is much bigger, a diamond is typically more expensive because it's rarer and harder.
- Are sapphire diamonds real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, sapphire diamonds are not real diamonds. They are actually white or colorless sapphire gemstones. Diamonds are pure carbon, while sapphires are corundum minerals that contain aluminum oxide and trace elements. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of expertly vetted diamond gemstone jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A white sapphire is any gem-quality corundum that is either white or colorless. With a few exceptions, a white sapphire looks remarkably similar to a diamond in terms of cut and color. Diamonds will always appear brighter and have more colorful flashes than sapphires. Both diamonds and sapphires are hard and will resist everyday scratches. On 1stDibs, find antique and vintage diamond jewelry and white sapphire jewelry today.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between a black diamond and a black sapphire is that the two are different gemstones. A black diamond consists of carbon converted to a crystalline solid through changes driven by pressure and temperature. A black sapphire is a type of corundum, an aluminum oxide mineral. Generally, black diamonds are harder, rarer and more expensive than black sapphires. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of black diamond and sapphire jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, white sapphires look like diamonds. However, their appearances aren't completely identical. Although both are white or clear gemstones, the sparkle of a white sapphire will usually appear silvery or gray in color, while diamonds have a rainbow-colored sparkle due to how light interacts with them. Shop a wide range of white sapphire and diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.