Jadeite Diamond
20th Century Wrist Watches
Early 2000s Wrist Watches
Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Jade
Mid-20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Unknown Link Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Jade, White Diamond, Platinum
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Link Bracelets
Jade, Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Unknown Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Fashion Rings
Jade, Platinum
Vintage 1980s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold
20th Century More Rings
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
20th Century More Rings
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
20th Century More Rings
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century More Earrings
Diamond, Jade
20th Century More Rings
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
20th Century More Rings
Diamond, Jade, Gold, Platinum
2010s Burmese Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Burmese Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century More Rings
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold
2010s Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
20th Century Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby
2010s Drop Earrings
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
Early 2000s More Rings
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
2010s More Rings
Diamond, Jade
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Brooches
Jade, Platinum
2010s Burmese Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Singaporean Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Jade, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s More Rings
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Clip-on Earrings
Vintage 1970s More Rings
Diamond, Jade, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s American Fashion Rings
Jade, 18k Gold, Palladium, Platinum
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects
Jade, Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s American Fashion Rings
Jade, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Wrist Watches
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern More Rings
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Jadeite Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Jadeite 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.