Miners Cut
Mid-20th Century Revival Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Dutch Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Dutch Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Retro Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s French Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tsavorite, Platinum
Antique 19th Century American Victorian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century French Engagement Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Silver
Early 20th Century Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Victorian Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
20th Century American Art Deco Fashion Rings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century British Victorian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Rubelite, Tourmaline, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Art Deco Brooches
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Brooches
White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
20th Century American Art Deco Dome Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Late Victorian Loose Gemstones
Diamond, Brown Diamond
20th Century Unknown Late Victorian Loose Gemstones
Diamond
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Brooches
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Brooches
White Diamond, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Link Necklaces
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Victorian More Rings
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Argentine More Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby
Vintage 1950s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian More Rings
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Victorian Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century More Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Dome Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco More Rings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Multi-gemstone, Gold
Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Stud Earrings
Diamond, Rose Gold
20th Century Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century More Rings
Diamond, White Gold
20th Century Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold
20th Century Link Bracelets
Multi-gemstone, Platinum
20th Century Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
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How Much is a Miners Cut?
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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.