Kite Diamond
2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond
Late 20th Century Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Engagement Rings
Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Engagement Rings
Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Modern Three-Stone Rings
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond
Early 2000s American Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s British Cluster Rings
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Italian Brooches
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
2010s Dutch Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Unknown More Jewelry
Diamond, White Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Wedding Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Bridal Rings
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Bridal Rings
Diamond, Morganite, Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Spinel, Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Bridal Rings
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 1630s American Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Black Diamond, Quartz, Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Singaporean Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Coral, Pink Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modernist Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Albanian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
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Kite Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
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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