Hope Diamond
2010s American Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Chain Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Chain Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Chain Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Peridot, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Peridot, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow ...
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow ...
2010s American Modern Chain Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Blue Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum
2010s Hong Kong Aesthetic Movement Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 1880s Russian High Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1990s German Modernist Bangles
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1910s Unknown Brooches
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century American Dome Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century More Jewelry
2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Early 20th Century Band Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century English Band Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1870s English Bangles
2010s Modern Chain Necklaces
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 19th Century English Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 15k Gold
2010s Australian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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How Much is a Hope 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.