Diamond Collet
Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s British Brooches
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sterling Silver
20th Century French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
2010s Unknown Stud Earrings
2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Drop Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Unknown Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1990s French Fashion Rings
Blue Sapphire, Citrine, Diamond, Moonstone, Sapphire, Topaz, Tourmaline,...
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Chandelier Earrings
Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Edwardian Drop Necklaces
18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s American More Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s French Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s Unknown Cluster Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Unknown Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s French Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18th Century British Georgian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s Australian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1940s French Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Cluster Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage 1910s Unknown Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage 1950s Unknown Brooches
Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Unknown Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
1990s Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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.