Diamonds Luxury
2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Italian Bangles
White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Cufflinks
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Malachite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings
Brown Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Pink Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Bangles
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Early 2000s American Modern Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Italian Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1990s American Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Deco Drop Earrings
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond
2010s French Band Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Bangles
Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage 1920s Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond
2010s Italian Modern Stud Earrings
Tourmaline, Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Go...
2010s Italian Artisan Stud Earrings
White Diamond, Labradorite, Black Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 1...
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Cocktail Rings
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
2010s Italian Artisan Stud Earrings
Tourmaline, Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Go...
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Malachite
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Empire Bridal Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Empire Bridal Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, White Gold, 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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