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Antique Edwardian Gold
Platinum .50ct Old Diamond Enamel Target Stick Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)–
(1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Bezel Set - Fiery H Color - I1 Clarity
Category
Antique 19th Century Edwardian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Antique Old Euro Diamond Prong Set Ring (GIA Approx. 1.70-Carats), Platinum
Located in New York, NY
-certified old European cut diamond weighing approx. 1.70-carats. Graded K color and VS2 clarity, the center
Category
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
$13,520 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique 1.25 Carat Old Mine Diamond Yellow Gold Half Moon Brooch
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Antique Half moon brooch featuring 19 old mine cut diamonds with an estimated total weight of 1.25
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 14K White Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 14K White Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This
Category
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Gold
Platinum Old Cut Diamond w/ Sapphire Filigree Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)–
(7) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White
Category
Antique 19th Century Art Deco Link Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring. This
Category
Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Retro Art Deco Platinum Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Bracelet
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Retro Art Deco Platinum Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Bracelet. This gorgeous
Category
Vintage 1950s Retro Link Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Old-Cut Diamond Platinum and Gold Earrings, 2.60 Carat, Circa 1910
Located in London, GB
A pair of antique, cushion shaped, old-cut diamond earrings, with a pair of old European-cut
Category
Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 14K Gold European Diamond Filigree Engraved 3 Stone Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
with a white gold top that carries three very fine quality diamonds. These stunning old European cut
Category
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Band Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 18K Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This gorgeous
Category
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 18K Gold 0.43ctw Old Diamond Etched Rectangular Dinner Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(5) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Cut - Bezel & Pave Set - VS1/VS2 Clarity - G-I
Category
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Edwardian 18K Gold and Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Gold and Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This
Category
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique Handcrafted Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Tank Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 10.4 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.75 ct.
The diamond is has H-I-J-K color and s1-s2 clarity.
Ring size is US 10.5
We can make any size.
Please...
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
$2,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Circa 1900s Handcrafted 14k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 7.5 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.90 ct.
The diamond is has H color and s1-s2 clarity.
Ring size is US 6.7
We can make any size.
Box is not incl...
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
$2,080 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Circa 1900s Handcrafted 14k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Tank Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 10.5 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.40 ct.
The diamond is has G-H color and vs clarity.
Ring size is US 7
We can make any size.
Please contact fo...
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
$2,280 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond And Emerald Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 9.3 grams
Totally is diamond 0.79 ct.
The diamond is has light yellow and s1-s2-s3 clarity.
Totally is emerald 2.28 ct.
Please contact for any...
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$3,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Edwardian 14K Yellow Platinum Old Euro Diamond Star Burst Pin Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 14K Yellow Platinum Old Euro Diamond Star Burst Pin Pendant. This
Category
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 18k Gold Victorian Circa 1900s Natural Old Mine Cut Diamond Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight 17.6 grams.
Totally is diamond about 3 ct.
Acid tested to be 18k real gold.
The diamond is has H-I-J-K-L-M-N-P-Yellow color and S1-S2-S3-Pique1....
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Bangles
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
$3,112 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Decorated Enamel Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight 73 grams.
Totally is diamond 3.21 ct.
The diamond is has G-H-I color vs-s1-s2 clarity.
Acid tested to be 14k real gold.
Box is not included.
Plea...
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Bangles
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel
$16,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Enamel Decorated Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 50.6 grams.
Totally is diamond 5.25 ct.
The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs clarity.
Totally lenght is necklace 46 cm.
Acid tested to be 1...
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
$15,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Tank Strong Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 12.6 grams.
Totally is all diamond 1.35 ct.
The diamond is has G-H-I color and s1-s2 clarity.
Ring size is US 10
We can make any size.
The box...
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
$3,760 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Circa 1900s Handcrafted 14k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 2.3 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.20 ct.
The diamond is has G color and vs1 clarity.
Ring size is US 8.25
We can make any size.
The box is not ...
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Art Deco Gold 0.15ctw Old Diamond Detailed Floral Filigree Line Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)–
(3) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Transitional Cut - Prong Set - F/G Color - VS1 Clarity
Category
Antique 19th Century Art Deco Chain Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique French gold earrings with old-cut diamonds 0.68ct circa1930s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Old classic French flower earrings made of 0.750 yellow gold and white gold elements.
A delicate
Category
Vintage 1930s French Victorian Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum 3.20ctw Old Cut Marquise Diamond Open Work Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)–
Natural Genuine Diamonds - 9 Old Marquise Cut & 56 Old European Cut - Bezel & Pave Set
Category
Antique 19th Century Art Deco Link Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 18th Century 18K Gold Old Mine Diamond Slide Pendant
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This rare gold slide pendant was created in the 1st half of the 18th century. The pendant is set with rose cut diamonds in closed back settings. This style of slide is typical for Ba...
Category
Antique Early 18th Century European Baroque Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco Raymond Yard Old Euro Diamond and Sapphire Bracelet - GIA
By Raymond C. Yard
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Raymond Yard Old European Diamond and Sapphire Engraved Floral Bracelet
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Link Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Gold
Silver Old Diamond w/ Pearls Hand Engraved Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
(s):--
(3) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Mine & Old European Cut - Pave Set - Large Chunky Diamonds
Category
Antique 19th Century Edwardian Band Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Old Mine Cut Diamond Blue Sapphire Antique Style Filigree Medallion Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Stunning Antique inspired diamond and sapphire drop pendant. Bezel set in the center is an old cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Old Euro Diamond (Approx. 1-Carat) Bezel-Set Ring, Platinum, Circa 1910
Located in New York, NY
magnificent piece features a dazzling old European cut center diamond, weighing approximately 1-carat, with an
Category
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 18k White Gold Old Cut Diamond Trillion Sapphire Filigree Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): –
(1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Pave Set - Very Nice Brilliant White
Category
Antique 19th Century Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Marquise Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Marquise Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring. This
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Old Euro Diamond Geometric Prong Ring (GIA Approx. 1.00-Carat), Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone Cut: Old European Cut
Primary Stone Color: I Color
Primary Stone Clarity: VS2 Clarity
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
J. Birnbach 1.19 carat Old Euro Antique Engagement Ring in Platinum
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
This sweet ring is a special piece from the J. Birnbach vault! This unique antique engagement ring
Category
20th Century American Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Victorian 14k Gold Circa 1900s Natural Old Cut Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 3.3 grams.
Totally is diamond 1.35 ct.
The diamond is has H color and vs-s1-S2 clarity.
Ring size is US 6
We can make any size.
The shank is r...
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Late Victorian Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Circa 1900s Handcrafted 18k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 4.1 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.20 carat.
The diamond is has H color and s1 clarity.
Ring size is US 8.3 (We offer free resizing)
We can make ...
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Late Victorian Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
$1,520 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond And Pearl Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 7.2 grams.
Totally is diamond 1.70 carat.
The diamond is has H-I-J color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity.
Acid tested to be 18k real gold.
Box is not in...
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Antique Early 1900s European Late Victorian Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
$2,840 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Art Deco 14k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Decorated Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 2 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.15 ct.
The diamond is has F color and vs1 clarity.
Ring size is US 8
We can make any size.
The box is not includ...
Category
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
$960 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Edwardian 18K Gold and Platinum Old Cut Four Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Gold and Platinum Old Cut Four Stone Diamond Ring. This gorgeous
Category
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique French Gold and Old Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet Circa 1860
Located in Firenze, IT
The opening rigid bracelet bears three flowers paved with old cut diamond approximately 3,5ct
Category
Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Bangles
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond And Cabochon Ruby Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 12.8 grams.
Totally is main old cut diamond 0.65 ct.
The
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Charm Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Gold
Silver 4.67ctw Old Cut Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A pair of Victorian diamond, silver, and yellow gold earrings, each comprising nine large old cut
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
$16,060 Sale Price
36% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond And Emerald Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 4.3 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.60 ct.
The diamond is has H-J color and vs1-s1 clarity.
Totally is emerald 0.33 ct.
Ring size is US 7.8
We ca...
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Band Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$1,880 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique 18ct Gold Old Cut Diamond Ring, 1.0ct
Located in London, GB
A charming antique solitaire ring, crafted in rich 18ct yellow gold
and set with a bright 1.0ct
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Late 1800s 6.72 Carat Total Mixed Old Euro Cut Diamond Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
, encircled by 46 old European cut diamonds totaling 4.72ct. A fine testament to Victorian jewelry
Category
Antique 1890s European Late Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Antique Circa 1900s 19k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond And Onyx Decorated Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 5.8 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.40 carat.
The diamond is has G-H-I color and vs-s1 clarity.
Box is not included.
Please contact for any questi...
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Gold
$2,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Edwardian 18K Gold and Platinum 0.55ctw Old Cut Diamond Trilogy Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond, platinum, and yellow gold ring, set with three old European cut diamonds, set
Category
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$1,048 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Art Deco White Gold .50ct Old Diamond Scroll
Open Work Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
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--Stone(s):--
(1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Prong Set - H Color - VS2 Clarity - 5.12mm
Category
Antique 19th Century Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Euro Diamond and No Heat Ruby Three Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Euro Diamond and No Heat Ruby Three Stone Ring. This
Category
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Edwardian French 18K Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian French 18K Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This
Category
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This beautiful
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Materials
Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14k TT Gold .80ct GIA Old Cut Pinkish Brown Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Multi Prong Set - Fancy Pinkish
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Engagement Rings
Materials
Brown Diamond, Gold
Antique Yellow Gold .32ctw Old Cut Diamond 3 Stone High Profile Stack Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(3) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European
Old Mine Cut - Prong Set - Nice
Category
Antique 19th Century Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Old Cut Diamond
Blue Sapphire Antique Style Filigree Milgrain Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Stunning Antique inspired diamond and sapphire dinner ring. Bezel set in the center is an old cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Edwardian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 14k Gold 0.60ct Old Euro Cut Diamond Floral Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) --
(1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Multi Prong Set - J Color - VS2
Category
Antique 1890s Victorian Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring - GIA. This
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ruby, Blue Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Triple Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A highly unique antique ruby, blue sapphire and old cut diamond triple cluster ring set in 18k gold
Category
Antique 1880s European Victorian Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
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Old Europe Antiques For Sale on 1stDibs
Browse a vast assortment of old europe antiques for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold. Our selection of items includes 1721 vintage examples as well as 29 contemporary versions. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 18th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Art Deco and Victorian are consistently popular styles when it comes to old europe antiques. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by J. Birnbach, Tiffany
Co. and MOGULDIAM INC are often thought to be among the most beautiful. There are many old european cut, round cut and cushion cut old europe antiques for sale. When shopping our range of old europe antiques, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.
How Much are Old Europe Antiques?
Prices for old europe antiques can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $325 and can go as high as $1,400,000, while old europe antiques, on average, fetch $4,594.
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.
Questions About Old Europe Antiques
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Opinions on how old a rug has to be to be considered antique vary. However, most experts will apply the label to any rug produced more than 100 years ago, and call floor coverings produced 50 to 100 years ago vintage. Shop a variety of antique rugs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell how old an antique chair is, you have a few options. One is to conduct research on your own using trusted online resources and print references from your local library. If your chair has a maker's mark, learning more about the company, artisan or workshop that produced it can be a good starting point. Dating unmarked chairs can be more difficult because certain styles remained in production for long periods. In this case, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your chair for you. Shop a wide range of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024To tell how old an antique ring is, you have two main options. First, you can conduct online research using trusted sources. If you know the maker of the ring or the ring has a maker's mark that you can use to identify who produced it, learning more about the designer, artisan or company and their styles can help with the dating process. When the maker is unknown, you can familiarize yourself with the characteristics of various antique jewelry styles, such as Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian, to try and identify the period in which your ring was likely produced. The second option is to have a certified appraiser, experienced antique dealer or knowledgeable jeweler date your ring for you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, some old antique clocks may be worth something. Many collectors look for clocks produced by certain manufacturers, such as the Ansonia Clock Company, the Seth Thomas Clock Company, Jaeger-LeCoultre and the Chelsea Clock Company. In addition to the maker, the type, materials, style and condition of the clock influence its value. Generally, clocks that remain in good working order are worth more than those in need of repairs and restorations. To find out how much your clock may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique clocks.
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