Established Jewelry
2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s American Retro Bracelets
Mid-20th Century Belgian Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s British Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s French Clip-on Earrings
Gilt Metal
2010s British Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Crystal, Rock Crystal, Quartz, Multi-gemstone, Whi...
1990s Clip-on Earrings
Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century Belgian Modernist Clip-on Earrings
White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s European Jewelry Boxes
Gold
20th Century French Collectible Jewelry
Stone
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Copper
1870s Hudson River School Landscape Paintings
Oil
Vintage 1970s Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s British Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s British Modernist Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Italian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Link Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 24k Gold
Vintage 1960s Italian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Stud Earrings
White Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings
White Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, ...
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Wh...
Vintage 1980s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century North American Brooches
Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Brooches
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Late 20th Century French Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Brooches
Aquamarine, Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1890s Australian Victorian Brooches
Pearl, 15k Gold
Vintage 1950s American Modern Brooches
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
Gold Plate
Vintage 1910s Australian Edwardian Brooches
Pearl, Tourmaline, Indicolite, 15k Gold
Antique 19th Century French Chain Necklaces
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Japanese Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Zircon, Blue Zircon, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Zircon, Blue Zircon, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Zircon, Blue Zircon, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Zircon, Platinum
1990s Italian Chain Bracelets
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Indian Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Japanese Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Kunzite, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
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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.