Diamond Collet
French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American More Bracelets
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s French Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
Vintage 1960s British Modern Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 1860s Victorian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s British Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century British Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Band Rings
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
20th Century French Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s French Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
20th Century French Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century French Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century British Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Victorian Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century Indian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 22k Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Stud Earrings
Ruby, 14k Gold
20th Century British Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century British Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Green Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Pearl, White Gold
Early 20th Century Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century British Cluster Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century British Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
20th Century British Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Fashion Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
20th Century British Late Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Silver, Gold
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s American Choker Necklaces
Garnet, Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Early 20th Century Russian Edwardian Boxes and Cases
Diamond, Pearl
Antique 1870s French High Victorian Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Brooches
Diamond
20th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, 9k Gold
20th Century Swiss Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 1870s English Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
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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.