Estate Mined Diamonds
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s American Modern Wedding Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Wedding Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 15k Gold
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Belle Époque Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Late Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Silver
Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 1840s Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Retro Cluster Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Wedding Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique 1880s French Victorian Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Retro Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Retro Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century More Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Rose Gold
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Early 2000s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century American Art Deco Bangles
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Dangle Earrings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Estate Mined Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much are Estate Mined Diamonds?
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.
- What is a mine cut diamond?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A mine cut diamond is an antique diamond cut known for its bulky and often uneven shape, cutlet, and tiny table. This type of diamond cut was quite popular in the mid-1800s to the early-1900s
Jacob s Diamond Estate JewelryMarch 1, 2021Mine cut diamonds are typically called OLD MINE CUTS, This type of cutting started in the early 1700s. The shapes are typically cushion shape and the cutting was done all by hand. Though they do not have the sparkle of modern cut diamonds, when they sparkle in sunlight or candle light, they have this beautiful alluring shimmer. - How old are mine cut diamonds?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mine cut diamonds are up to 300 years ago. Mine cut diamonds were popular around the 18th century during Victorian times and are still in high demand today. You’ll find a wide selection of mine cut diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Because the old mine cut is no longer used on diamonds, diamonds with this cut are rare and so you can often get quite a lot of money for them. Nevertheless, it is still dependent on the quality of the individual diamonds and on the color, clarity, cut and carat number.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Old mine cut diamonds are usually worth less than old european cut diamonds. Because they are generally 10-15% less expensive, they are often larger than other cut diamonds for engagement rings.
Roman Malakov DiamondsMarch 22, 2021Like any other diamond, an old mine cut diamond's worth depends on a variety of factors. These factors include the 4C's (color, clarity, cut, carat), the overall beauty and "make" of the stone, the demand, supply, etc. On average however, old mine cuts are typically priced slightly lower (around 5-10%) than modern cut diamonds.