Diamonds Luxury
20th Century Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
Mid-20th Century North American Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Asian Loose Gemstones
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cuff Bracelets
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Victorian Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian More Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s Contemporary Hoop Earrings
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold
2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Necklaces
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Aesthetic Movement Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Asian Loose Gemstones
Diamond
2010s Asian Loose Gemstones
Diamond
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Titanium
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
2010s Asian Loose Gemstones
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings
Black Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings
Black Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
2010s Indian Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones
Diamond
2010s Unknown Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold, Yell...
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century French Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold
2010s Victorian Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Central Asian Rugs
Wool, Silk
21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Rugs
Wool, Silk
2010s Asian Loose Gemstones
Diamond
2010s Indian Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Wrist Watches
Diamond, Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s American Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Stud Earrings
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Asian Loose Gemstones
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lever-Back Earrings
Multi-gemstone, Garnet, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Modernist Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s American Brooches
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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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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