Fred Diamond
Late 20th Century Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s French Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century North American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s French Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Unknown Modern Dome Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Bangles
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Bangles
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s French Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s European Retro Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s French Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s French Modernist Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
20th Century Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century French Retro Link Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Band Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Sapphire, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century French Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Contemporary Brooches
Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Bangles
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Antique 1880s French Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel
Late 20th Century French Modern Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Early 2000s Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, White Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s American Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s American Stud Earrings
Diamond, Black Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Bangles
Diamond, Black Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
2010s Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s French Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s French Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary More Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century French Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
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Fred Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Fred Diamond?
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.