Flag Diamond
Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s American Retro Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1930s American Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
1990s Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 19th Century Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Retro Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s American Post-War Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, W...
Antique 19th Century Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Mid-20th Century American Navajo North and South American Rugs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Brooches
White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 1860s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Cotton
Antique 1880s British Victorian Cluster Rings
Rock Crystal, Crystal, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique 1860s Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Vintage 1970s American Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire
Antique 1870s Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Antique 19th Century Spanish Neoclassical Revival Collectible Jewelry
Gold, Enamel
2010s Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
20th Century British Art Deco Charm Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire
2010s American Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold
Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Cufflinks
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold
20th Century Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1970s North American Modern Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Brooches
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
21st Century and Contemporary American Cufflinks
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique 1890s American Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cufflinks
Blue Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cufflinks
Blue Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cufflinks
Blue Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Cufflinks
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s American Artisan Brooches
White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
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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.