Diamond Garland
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Sapphire
Early 2000s American Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s French Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
1990s Unknown Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1850s Dutch Necklace Enhancers
White Diamond, Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
20th Century Link Necklaces
1990s American Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1990s American Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s French More Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Link Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
1990s American Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century English Brooches
White Diamond, Platinum
1990s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum
Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Drop Earrings
Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1990s American Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold
2010s British Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Wedding Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Band Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Link Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings
White Diamond, 22k Gold
2010s British Drop Earrings
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold
2010s Unknown Modern Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Beaded Necklaces
Coral, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
French Necklace Enhancers
Diamond
2010s French Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s French Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1810s French Georgian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, Silver, Enamel
2010s French Modern Bangles
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Russian Edwardian Bangles
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique Early 19th Century Early Victorian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum, Rose Gold
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
2010s French Modern Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Diamond Garland For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Diamond Garland?
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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