Diamond Snowflake
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s French Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
French Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Italian Cuff Bracelets
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian More Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Unknown Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
20th Century American More Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century French Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s French Retro Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Italian Drop Necklaces
Late 20th Century Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Italian Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
American Dangle Earrings
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
American Cuff Bracelets
2010s Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Clip-on Earrings
Vintage 1940s French Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Collectible Jewelry
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Wrist Watches
20th Century Engagement Rings
White Gold
20th Century Engagement Rings
White Gold
1990s Italian Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Indian Band Rings
White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
20th Century Italian Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Link Necklaces
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Italian Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian More Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Bangles
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Chain Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Cluster Rings
Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
European Dangle Earrings
18k Gold, Platinum
2010s Indian Band Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Band Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Band Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Bracelets
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Diamond Snowflake For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Diamond Snowflake?
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.