Diamond Key
Vintage 1970s French Modern Pendant Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 19th Century Art Deco Cufflinks
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1890s American Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Iolite, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Rose Gold
2010s Greek Classical Greek Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold...
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Band Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Art Deco Link Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Band Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century American Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
2010s More Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sterling Silver
2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
2010s More Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
American Necklace Enhancers
2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary More Jewelry
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Charm Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Late 20th Century American Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
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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.
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