Diamonds Luxury
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
2010s Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Israeli Modern Wedding Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Platinum
1990s Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
2010s American Aesthetic Movement Bangles
Diamond, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s American Modern Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Band Rings
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rhodium
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces
Brown Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
20th Century Asian Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
2010s Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Ruby, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
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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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