Diamond Collet
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Dome Rings
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 1840s British Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Vintage 1910s Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
French Brooches
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
French Brooches
Diamond, Coral, Platinum, 18k Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique 1820s British Georgian More Rings
Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver
Late 20th Century North American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Vintage 1970s British Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1940s French More Rings
Diamond, Rock Crystal
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond
Early 20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Early 2000s Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Dutch Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century British Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
2010s British More Rings
White Diamond, Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1980s Unknown Cluster Rings
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Belle Époque Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Dutch Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century French Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
2010s Unknown Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Citrine, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1860s Unknown Late Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1940s Indian Pendant Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gold
Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s Retro Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British More Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 2000s American Bangles
Diamond, Gold, Steel
Mid-20th Century British Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s French Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Drop Earrings
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Dangle Earrings
Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Zircon, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Cluster Rings
Late 20th Century French Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Antique Mid-18th Century Georgian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Antique 1870s Victorian Cufflinks
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 1790s Italian Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
Unknown Dangle Earrings
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Italian More Rings
Diamond, Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s Swiss Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings
Ruby, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s English Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 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.
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