Kite Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Deco Loose Gemstones
White Diamond, Diamond
2010s Indian Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Rings
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Solitaire Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Solitaire Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Dangle Earrings
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Spinel, 18k Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Gold
2010s Indian Modern Wedding Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Thai Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Singaporean Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Fashion Rings
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Unknown Revival Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond
2010s American Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Morganite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Diamond
2010s Artisan Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
1990s Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Kunzite, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Roman Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Spinel, 24k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Indian Drop Earrings
Chrysophrase, Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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How Much is a Kite 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.
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