Kite Diamond
2010s Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches
Brown Diamond, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1930s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
1990s American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Romantic Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Rope Necklaces
Brown Diamond, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Yellow Diam...
21st Century and Contemporary American Dangle Earrings
Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
1990s Unknown Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Unknown Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
American Engagement Rings
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Vintage 1930s American Clip-on Earrings
Aquamarine, Platinum
2010s British Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Morganite, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Alexandrite, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century American More Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary English Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Unknown Romantic Dangle Earrings
Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Bridal Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Vintage 1950s Unknown Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
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Kite Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
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