Diamond Collet
Vintage 1930s Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
20th Century Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s English Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Early 2000s American Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century More Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
20th Century Art Nouveau Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s British Cufflinks
Diamond, Silver
1990s Unknown Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century American Artist Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Italian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire
Early 2000s British Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s British Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Unknown Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Link Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Link Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Gold
Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18th Century English Georgian Band Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s French Retro Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Early 19th Century American Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Early 2000s American Link Bracelets
White Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Revival Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s American Chain Necklaces
White Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Moonstone, Onyx, 14k Gold
Antique 1860s Unknown High Victorian Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 2000s British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Early 2000s American Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Unknown Modernist Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s British Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 1870s Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
20th Century Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco More Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s Italian Modernist Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Late Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
1990s Italian Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Engagement Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Unknown Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s English Dome Rings
Beryl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow 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.