Old Mine Cut Diamond Bezel Set
Vintage 1920s Asian Arts and Crafts Bangles
Jade, Silver, Enamel
Antique Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Nouveau Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s European Art Nouveau Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Silver, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s Egyptian Egyptian Revival Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Gold-filled
Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1960s European Empire Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Late 20th Century Unknown Late Victorian Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Antique Mid-18th Century European Renaissance Revival Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1920s European Art Nouveau Wedding Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, 22k Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Solitaire Rings
Ruby, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Vintage 1940s German Art Nouveau Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s European Art Nouveau Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Dome Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1970s Swedish Retro Wedding Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century French Arts and Crafts Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century Russian Art Nouveau Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique 1880s British Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Gold
Vintage 1920s European Retro Cluster Rings
Ruby, Diamond, Silver, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Bangles
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1940s French Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Dome Rings
Diamond, Sapphire
Vintage 1910s Belle Époque Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century British Brooches
White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century European Late Victorian Link Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1880s Victorian Link Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Platinum, Enamel, 18k Gold, Ye...
20th Century Unknown Modern Retro Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1880s Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Dangle Earrings
18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Zambian Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 1860s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 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.