Established Jewelry
Early 20th Century French Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Serving Bowls
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s American Modern Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1920s American Rococo Revival Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass, Pewter
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
1980s Fauvist Landscape Paintings
Oil, Canvas
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Table Mirrors
Silver
1890s Vienna Secession Figurative Prints
Lithograph
1890s Vienna Secession Figurative Prints
Lithograph
1890s Vienna Secession Figurative Prints
Lithograph
1890s Vienna Secession Figurative Prints
Lithograph
1890s Vienna Secession Figurative Prints
Lithograph
1890s Vienna Secession Figurative Prints
Lithograph
1890s Vienna Secession Figurative Prints
Lithograph
1890s Vienna Secession Figurative Prints
Lithograph
1890s Vienna Secession Figurative Prints
Lithograph
Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s Great Britain (UK) Art Deco Collectible Jewelry
Silver
Vintage 1940s American Clip-on Earrings
Vintage 1970s Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s American Byzantine Brooches
2010s British Contemporary Brooches
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cufflinks
Other, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Silver
2010s British Contemporary Cufflinks
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches
Rhodium
2010s British Contemporary Cufflinks
Other, Chalcedony, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Contemporary Brooches
18k Gold
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Band Rings
Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings
Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Agate, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Agate, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century German Modernist Choker Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s American Retro Bracelets
Rhodium
Vintage 1980s British Artist Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Chalcedony, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Sterling Silver
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Established Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Established Jewelry?
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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.








