Pave Diamond Oxidized Silver Jewelry
2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, Rose ...
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
2010s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, C...
2010s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, C...
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Bangles
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Bangles
Black Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Moonstone, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Dangle Earrings
Ruby, Sapphire, Gold Plate
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s American Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s Australian Baroque Fashion Rings
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, S...
2010s Australian Art Deco Fashion Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold...
2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Black Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Morganite, Sterling Silver
2010s Indian Contemporary Link Bracelets
Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s Indian Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sterling Silver
2010s Indian Modern Engagement Rings
Brown Diamond, Sterling Silver
2010s Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Brown Diamond, Moonstone, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Pink Sapphire, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Silver
2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Brown Diamond, Jade, Sterling Silver
2010s Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
2010s Australian Byzantine Fashion Rings
Black Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Ste...
20th Century British Art Deco Drop Earrings
Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver
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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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