Diamonds Luxury
2010s Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Victorian Retro Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
2010s Australian Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings
Diamond, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Rings
Diamond, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Rings
Diamond, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Belgian Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Rhodium
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Rings
Diamond, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Modern Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, White Gold
2010s Belgian Modern Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Israeli Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century European Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
2010s Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Rhodium
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 2000s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Victorian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Cultured Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
1990s European Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Agate, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Rhodium
2010s Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rhodium
21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Rhodium
2010s American Wedding Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Victorian More Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s Victorian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Labradorite, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s Victorian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 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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