Diamond Collet
Early 2000s Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Silver
2010s British Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 1880s British Victorian Link Necklaces
Diamond, Rose Gold, Silver
2010s British Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Silver
French More Jewelry
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Moonstone, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, White Gold, Platinum
20th Century French Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century American Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
British Brooches
Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century British Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Italian Drop Earrings
Early 2000s British Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Silver
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
20th Century American Victorian Bangles
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Link Bracelets
Diamond, Aquamarine, Platinum, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
American Drop Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century French Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
French Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Edwardian Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Link Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1940s French Chain Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 1860s Unknown Victorian Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
French Brooches
Coral, Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s French Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 10k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s British Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Aquamarine, Platinum
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cluster Rings
White Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
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Diamond Collet For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Diamond Collet?
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.