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2010s Indian Art Deco Wedding Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
2010s Indian Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Band Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Italian More Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Rose Gold
Antique 1840s British Pocket Watches
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Rose Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sterling Silver
2010s Canadian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century English Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
2010s Charm Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Turkish Byzantine Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Yellow Diamond, 24k Gold, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s Australian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Greek Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 1810s British Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 15k Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Artist Pendant Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Artist Pendant Necklaces
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Rings
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Early 2000s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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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.