Diamond Snowflake
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Chain Necklaces
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1960s French Retro Brooches
Diamond, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Early 2000s Italian Bangles
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Art Nouveau Charm Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Drop Earrings
Emerald, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary More Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Pocket Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s American Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Drop Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
20th Century American Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
2010s North American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold
Vintage 1970s Artisan Cluster Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Fashion Rings
Platinum
2010s American Brooches
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Drop Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Drop Earrings
Diamond, Jade, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
2010s Swedish Artisan Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s Persian Malayer Persian Rugs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American More Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Stud Earrings
White Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1940s American Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cufflinks
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Palladium
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cufflinks
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Palladium
Vintage 1950s Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Unknown Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s British Engagement Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s Italian Cocktail Rings
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
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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.