European Cut Diamond 3 Carat
20th Century Art Deco Link Bracelets
Jade, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cluster Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Antique 1830s European Pendant Necklaces
Pearl
Antique 1880s English Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s European Brooches
Aquamarine, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Fashion Rings
18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century American Belle Époque Brooches
Peridot, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 1890s French Belle Époque Brooches
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 22k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Citrine, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s French Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Brooches
Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Rope Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s British Victorian Cluster Rings
Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Vanity Items
Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1890s British Belle Époque Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 1890s Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond
Antique 19th Century English Late Victorian Bangles
Diamond, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s British Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Early 19th Century British Edwardian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Contemporary Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Bridal Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s Unknown Belle Époque Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 1890s French Belle Époque Stud Earrings
Diamond
Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s French Belle Époque Stud Earrings
Diamond
Vintage 1970s French Fashion Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1880s French Belle Époque Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 19th Century Three-Stone Rings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
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European Cut Diamond 3 Carat For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a European Cut Diamond 3 Carat?
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.