Diamonds Luxury
Late 20th Century Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones
Diamond
Late 20th Century Italian Clip-on Earrings
White Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Romantic Stud Earrings
Quartz, Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, ...
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Artisan Bangles
Blue Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s French Modern Wrist Watches
Diamond, Silver
20th Century Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Modern Charm Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, Rose Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s British Aesthetic Movement Cluster Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Stud Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Rhodium
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Contemporary Modern Bracelets
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Aesthetic Movement Cluster Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Early 20th Century French Cufflinks
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
2010s American Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s Italian Modern Band Rings
Brown Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones
Diamond
Late 20th Century German Chain Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Mixed Metal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Asian Loose Gemstones
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k 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.
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