Diamond Snowflake
Vintage 1980s Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s British Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
French Dangle Earrings
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Cluster Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 1860s Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl
2010s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Brooches
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s French Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
2010s American Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Bangles
Diamond, White Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1990s American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s Stud Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Indian Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 1940s French Modern Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1880s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Turquoi...
21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Drop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1950s Modernist Clip-on Earrings
White Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
20th Century French Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Stainless Steel
2010s European Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Singaporean Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Bangles
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Base Metal, Mixed Metal, Rhodium, Sterling Silver...
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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.