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Old Mine Cut Diamond and 18 Carat Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
perfectly complements the substantial design of the band. At its heart lies a striking old mine cut diamond
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Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ring with sapphire and old mine cut diamond up to 0.30ct 14k gold 5.6 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolor gold ring set with a sapphire and an old mine-cut diamond, 0.30 ct - F/G - SI - ring
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Victorian 2.11 CT Old Mine Cut Diamond 14 Karat Gold Antique Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old mine cut diamond weighing 2.11 carat - G color with SI1 clarity Set in an eight
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Antique 1880s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

10k White Gold Vintage Pear Ruby and Old Mine Cut Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
, reddish pink color ruby, approximately 2.71 CTS, bezel set and framed with a halo of old mine cut diamonds
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Mid-20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, White Gold

Necklace and pendant with onyx and old mine cut diamonds up to 1.00ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with gold and silver pendant set with onyx and old mine cut diamonds
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Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Art Deco Sapphire Old Mine Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet Antique 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Old Mine Cut Diamonds in 14 Karat White and Yellow Gold. The elegant and classic design is exquisite
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

J. Birnbach 4.08 ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring with Tapered Baguettes
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
This incredible new piece by the house of J. Birnbach features a GIA certified 4.08 carat old mine
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Contemporary 18K Rose Gold Old mine-Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring, 1.56 ct K VS2
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
warm 18K rose gold and set with a single 1.56 carat Old mine-cut diamond of K color and VS2 clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Ring with pearl and old mine cut diamonds up to 1.00ct 18k gold 12.1 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold ring set with a pearl and an old mine-cut diamond up to 1.00 ct - F/G - SI - ring
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Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Step Design Ring Centered by Old Mine Cut Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco diamond ring of stepped design centering on two old-mine cut diamonds of approximately
Category

Vintage 1920s Argentine Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian 1.74 CTW Old Mine Cut Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a Toi et Moi style bypass ring terminating with two old mine cut diamonds prong set in
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Victorian Earrings Emerald 16 Old Mine Cut Diamonds Blue Enamel 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous pair of Antique Victorian Earrings with Emerald, Old Mine Cut Diamonds and Royal
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold

2.04 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Drop Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
These elegant drop earrings showcase a beautifully matched 2.04 carat pair of natural old mine cut
Category

2010s American Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Old Mine-Cut Diamond Cross Pendant/Brooch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
cushion-shaped old mine-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.70 carats. The diamond is set in a slightly
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 1.15 carat old mine cut diamond 14k white gold engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
mine cut diamond whose soft, romantic glow embodies the allure of early 20th-century craftsmanship. Set
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique 8k Yellow Gold 0.36tcw Old Mine Cut Diamond and Opal Filigree Ring
Located in New York, NY
centered with an opal and accented by approximately 0.36tcw of old mine cut diamonds. The opal displays
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Antique Late 19th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Pearl Flower Stick Pin
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond, pearl, and yellow gold stick pin, comprising an old mine cut diamond, and seven
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 3.62 CTW Ruby Old Mine Cut Diamond 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of alternating old mine cut diamonds and cushion cut rubies Old mine cut diamonds weigh
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style 2.90 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Three Stone Platinum Mount
Located in Napoli, IT
Love Token Very beautiful 2.90 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamonds trilogy ring Rare old cut Diamonds set to
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Silver-Topped 18K Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Floral Brooch, 1.11 ct
Located in San Francisco, CA
with petal and leaf sprays. Every visible surface of the motif is set with old mine cut diamonds
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Antique 1880s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Rubellite Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
The ring features an oval rubellite surrounded by 8 old miner cut diamonds weighing approximately 2
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, 14k Gold, Platinum

5.44 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
5.44 Carat Old Mine Cut Men's Diamond Ring A yellow gold ring set with a 5.44 carat old mine
Category

20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco 3.16 Carats Old Mine Cut Diamond Ruby Arrow Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old mine cut diamond weighing 2.22 carats total - E color with SI1 clarity. Bezel set
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Art Nouveau 18k Yellow Gold and Old Mine Cut Diamond Watch Holder/Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
This beautiful floral watch holder is made in 18k yellow gold with an old mine cut diamond and
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Antique 1890s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace and pendant with pearl and old mine cut diamonds up to 1.50ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
clarity. This has not been tested for this specific item. - 14 x 2.0 mm – 4.1 mm old mine cut diamond
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Antique 1880s Dutch Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver

2.93 Carat Art Deco Style Old Mine Cut Diamond Earrings (14K Gold)
Located in Bangkok, TH
sophistication, featuring the finest old mine cut diamonds with a total weight of 2.93 Carat. This timeless piece
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Art Deco Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring 14 Karat Gold Wedding Engagement Ring Antique
Located in New York, NY
white Old Mine Cut Diamonds set in a classic setting in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. The central Old Mine
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Scarab Ring Banded Agate Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Scarab carved in Banded Agate of great beauty. The Scarab is accented by two Old Mine Cut Diamonds of .1
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Agate, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Old Mine Cut Diamond and Pearl Brooch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
arrangement of white diamonds, each cut in the classic Old Mine style, offering a timeless sparkle. The
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 22k Gold, Platinum

14K White Gold Old European Cut and Old Mine Cut Diamond Flower Ring
Located in Venice, CA
, and 0.9 of a carat. The eight Old Mine Cut diamonds range in size from 3 - 3.5 mm, and have a combined
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Old Mine Cut Diamond Black Onyx Ring Edwardian White Gold Wedding
Located in New York, NY
Old Mine Cut Diamond set in a beautiful white gold border. The ring is 10 Karat White Gold. The
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold

Riker Edwardian 3.20 CTW Old Mine Cut Diamond 14 Karat Gold Belt Bangle Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
stations centering bezel set old mine cut diamonds Weighing approximately 3.20 carat total I/J color with
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Gold and Silver Cluster Ring with Old Mine Cut Diamonds and a Natural
Located in PARIS, FR
slightly baroque cream-coloured) and ten fine quality old mine cut diamonds for a total weight of
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Antique Late 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

2.33ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Enter a world of timeless elegance with our exquisite old mine cut engagement ring, where modern
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

RETRO brooch with ruby and old mine cut diamonds up to 0.50ct 18k gold 24.4 gram
Located in The Hague, ZH
specific item. - 19 x 1.3 mm - 3.0 mm old mine cut diamond, total approximately 0.50 carat Color G/H
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

RETRO ring with pearls and old mine cut diamonds up to 0.80ct 14k gold 6.2 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k tri-color gold ring set with pearls and an old mine-cut diamond up to 0.80 ct - G/H - SI - ring
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

1.30ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Metal: 18k Rose Gold Ring Size: 6.5 (sizable) Primary Carat Weight: 1.0 Primary Cut: Old Mine Cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Gents Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
craftsmanship from a bygone era. The ring is exquisitely set with 3 old mine cut diamonds, estimated to weigh
Category

Early 20th Century European Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 14K White Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Venice, CA
Victorian era diamond is Old Mine Cut, and also cushion cut, square in shape with soft rounded corners. The
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique 1.02ct Old Mine Cut Diamond 18K White Gold Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
gold, the fantastic ring showcases a charming 1.02ct old mine cut diamond as its centrepiece, securely
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Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

1920s Art Deco Filigree Engagement Ring with 0.55ct Old Mine Cut Diamond in 14K
Located in Santa Monica, CA
ring showcases a 0.55ct old mine cut diamond nestled within an intricate filigree setting. Crafted in
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Victorian Sapphire Old Mine Cut Diamond Bracelet Gold Silver 1890s
Located in Lisbon, PT
cushion-shaped sapphires of a dark blue color and two Old Mine-cut diamonds, highlighted with smaller Old
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

GIA 1.09 carat old mine cut diamond 14k yellow gold engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
truly rare GIA-certified 1.09 carat old mine cut diamond. Distinguished by its captivating fancy
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20th Century Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 18 Karat Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an Edwardian three-stone ring crafted in 18K gold. The piece features old mine cut diamonds
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Old Mine Cut Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Solitaire Gents Ring, Chester 1938
Located in London, GB
18 carat yellow gold. At the heart of the ring sits a striking old mine cut diamond, weighing 0.41ct
Category

Vintage 1930s English Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.00 carats Old Mine Cut Diamond Bracelet Silver/14k Yellow Gold Circa 1860
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
adorned with well matched and fine Old Mine Cut Diamonds. The diamonds weigh approximately 4.00 carats in
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Bracelet Bangle Antique Art Nouveau 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous antique Victorian - Art Nouveau Bangle Bracelet with eight Old Mine Cut Diamonds
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Antique 14K Rose Gold 0.40CTW Old Mine Cut Diamond 2-Stone Bypass Ring Size 9.75
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Bypass Ring – 14K Rose Gold – Size 9.75 🡆 Description: Offered is an
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold 1.2ctw Old Mine Cut Diamond 4 Stone Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond, and yellow gold ring, comprising four old mine cut diamonds, in 18 karat yellow
Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Black Opal Old Mine Cut Diamond Rock Crystal Necklace 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
SURROUNDED BY A HALO OF OLD MINE CUT DIAMONDS IN 14 KARAT YELLOW GOLD. THE OPALS HAVE MAGNIFICENT BLUE
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 18K Gold Knot Ring with 1.76ct Old Mine Cut Diamond, GIA Certified
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
-carat old mine cut diamond. The diamond displays the distinctive charm of early hand-cut stones: broad
Category

Late 20th Century French Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco Old Mine Cut Diamond Black Onyx Ring Victorian 14 Karat White Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
with a central Old Mine Cut Diamond set in 14 Karat Gold. The stunning antique ring has a beautiful
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco Odeonesque Old Mine Cut Diamond Geometric Ring White Gold Signed 1940s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Art Deco Odeonesque Old Mine cut diamond geometric ring in 18 karat white gold, signed, Portugal
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Vintage 1940s Portuguese Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Old European Old Mine Cut Diamond Filigree Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
design that highlights its vintage charm. At the center, three old European and old mine cut diamonds are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Old Mine Cut Diamond East West Cluster Ring in Polished 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
array of diamonds that radiates vintage charm and intricate brilliance. The Old Mine cuts offer a
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Antique Black Opal and Old Mine Cut Diamond Silver on Gold Brooch, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
open back mount. The spectacular opal is beautifully highlighted by 43 old mine cut diamonds, all
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Antique 1880s English Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, S...

Old Mine Cut Diamond Bar Brooch, 1.75 Carats in 14K Gold and Sterling Silver Lv
Located in Austin, TX
around 1875, ten old mine cut diamonds sit in individual silver crowns, each with their own unique hand
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

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Old Mine Cut Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of old mine cut diamonds. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 1014 vintage editions and 219 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 18th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of old mine cut diamonds made by Victorian jewelers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular. Mark Broumand, Single Stone and Hancocks each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. A selection of old mine cut, old european cut and cushion cut can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of old mine cut diamonds, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Old Mine Cut Diamonds?

Prices for old mine cut diamonds start at $200 and top out at $495,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $6,524.

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 ringsvintage 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 Mine Cut Diamonds
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mine 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, 2021
    Because 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, 2021
    Old 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A mine cut diamond is an antique diamond cut known for its bulky and often uneven shape, cutlet, and tiny table. This type of diamond cut was quite popular in the mid-1800s to the early-1900s
    Mine cut diamonds are typically called OLD MINE CUTS, This type of cutting started in the early 1700s. The shapes are typically cushion shape and the cutting was done all by hand. Though they do not have the sparkle of modern cut diamonds, when they sparkle in sunlight or candle light, they have this beautiful alluring shimmer.
  • Like 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    How old an old European-cut diamond is varies. The old European cut is a precursor to the modern round brilliant cut. The stone appears circular when looked at from the top (because of its low table or largest facet) and has a high crown (the part above the middle of the stone) with larger facets. The tip of the stone, or the culet, is flat instead of pointed. This style was used predominantly in the 19th century, hence the name. It is best to consult a certified appraiser for assistance with dating and identifying antique jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a variety of European-cut diamond jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Although old European cut diamonds are often priced lower than modern cuts, due to scarcity, they can sometimes be more valuable than modern cut diamonds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Jewelry makers stopped using the old European cut for diamond and other gemstone jewelry around 1930. The style was common during the Art Deco period, but the brilliant cut became popular in the years that followed. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Old European cut diamond gemstone jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, old European cut diamonds can be worth more than many other cut diamonds as they are not produced anymore. This cut was developed and popularized between the years 1890 and 1930 and is likely to be found in an antique ring belonging to this period and featuring a round-cut diamond.