Kite Diamond
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Gold
2010s American Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Gold
20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Fashion Rings
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Art Deco Bridal Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Early 2000s Swiss Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s American Hoop Earrings
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dangle Earrings
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Israeli Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings
21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Unknown Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Unknown Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Unknown Art Deco Bridal Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
2010s Israeli Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
2010s Indian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Israeli Fashion Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
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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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