Mid Century Diamond Baguette
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Link Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Fashion Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Mid-20th Century American Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Turquoise
Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Bridal Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modern Wedding Rings
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Spanish Contemporary Engagement Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Fashion Rings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s English Retro Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century More Earrings
Diamond, Jade
Mid-20th Century French Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Cluster Rings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century British Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Band Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Link Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Modern Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Retro Wrist Watches
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century American Retro Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American More Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Post-War Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century French Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Mid-19th Century Retro Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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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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