Old Mine Cut Diamond Bezel Set
Antique Early 1900s Swiss Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Plat...
Antique 1870s Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Victorian Cluster Rings
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s American Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Black Jade, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s English Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Ye...
Late 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Link Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Unknown More Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Austrian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald
20th Century Edwardian Link Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
20th Century Italian Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald
Antique 1890s Engagement Rings
Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Silver
Antique Early 1900s American Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 15k Gold
Vintage 1930s Drop Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Russian Edwardian Link Bracelets
Diamond
1990s Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Beryl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold...
Antique 16th Century Unknown Tudor Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique 1850s Victorian Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s French Early Victorian Bangles
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Cluster Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 1860s Victorian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Drop Earrings
Moonstone, Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Early 19th Century Art Deco Pocket Watches
Diamond, Jade, Rock Crystal, Enamel
Vintage 1930s Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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Old Mine Cut Diamond Bezel Set For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is an Old Mine Cut Diamond Bezel Set?
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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- How old are mine cut diamonds?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mine cut diamonds are up to 300 years ago. Mine cut diamonds were popular around the 18th century during Victorian times and are still in high demand today. You’ll find a wide selection of mine cut diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Because the old mine cut is no longer used on diamonds, diamonds with this cut are rare and so you can often get quite a lot of money for them. Nevertheless, it is still dependent on the quality of the individual diamonds and on the color, clarity, cut and carat number.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Old mine cut diamonds are usually worth less than old european cut diamonds. Because they are generally 10-15% less expensive, they are often larger than other cut diamonds for engagement rings.
Roman Malakov DiamondsMarch 22, 2021Like any other diamond, an old mine cut diamond's worth depends on a variety of factors. These factors include the 4C's (color, clarity, cut, carat), the overall beauty and "make" of the stone, the demand, supply, etc. On average however, old mine cuts are typically priced slightly lower (around 5-10%) than modern cut diamonds.