Moving Diamond
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Swiss More Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Diamond, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s American Brooches
Diamond, Gold
2010s European Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary English Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sterling Silver
2010s Romanian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Romanian Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Rose Gold
Vintage 1940s Retro Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...
20th Century Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Romantic Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
20th Century Swiss Artisan Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s Brooches
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Wrist Watches
21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Contemporary Cufflinks
Diamond, White Gold
2010s British Cufflinks
Diamond, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Drop Earrings
Diamond, Onyx, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Cluster Rings
Diamond, Peridot, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Chain Bracelets
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1990s Swiss Modern More Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French More Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s French More Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Wrist Watches
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Titanium
21st Century and Contemporary French Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Drop Earrings
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Platinum
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How Much is a Moving 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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.