Mid Century Diamond Baguette
Mid-20th Century American Artist Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches
White Diamond, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches
Amethyst, Diamond, Malachite, Gold
Mid-20th Century American Fashion Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Mid-20th Century French Retro Brooches
Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Mid-20th Century French Retro Chain Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Victorian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Tsavorite, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Band Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Ruby, Platinum
Mid-20th Century British Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century French Retro Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Retro Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modernist Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Retro Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Revival Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century More Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Sapphire
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century European More Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century More Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Argentine Bangles
Diamond, Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
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Mid Century Diamond Baguette For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Mid Century Diamond Baguette?
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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