Diamond Snowflake
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Stud Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Brown Diamond, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Stainless Steel
20th Century Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Brown Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s European Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Kunzite, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Baroque Cluster Rings
Yellow Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Bridal Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s French Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1990s Cluster Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Stud Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Si...
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Brown Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Modern Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Cluster Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Art Deco Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Engagement Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Early 1900s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Chain Necklaces
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
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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.
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