Diamond Garland
20th Century French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
20th Century Unknown More Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1960s American Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian More Necklaces
Diamond, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
20th Century French Edwardian Brooches
Chalcedony, Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Vintage 1910s European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Platinum
Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Drop Necklaces
Opal, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Late 20th Century American Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Edwardian Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
20th Century Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
1990s American Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
American Brooches
Platinum
20th Century Edwardian Link Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
American Drop Necklaces
20th Century Unknown Necklace Enhancers
Natural Pearl, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Choker Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Link Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
European More Necklaces
Early 20th Century British Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
1990s Unknown Modern Link Bracelets
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s French Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
20th Century Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1960s French Link Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Belle Époque Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Topaz, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum
British More Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
20th Century Drop Necklaces
Early 20th Century American Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s American Victorian Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
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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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