Diamonds Luxury
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Empire Bridal Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald
21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Bridal Rings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Modernist Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Yellow Gold
20th Century Brooches
Coral, Diamond, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, White Gold
2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Ye...
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century European Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold
2010s American Artisan Link Bracelets
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
1990s American Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century North American Modern Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Italian Modernist Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold
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Diamonds Luxury For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Diamonds Luxury?
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.