Platinum And Diamond Pearl Clasps
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum, White Gold
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
20th Century Modern Bracelets
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 14k Gold
Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Pink Sapphire
Late 20th Century More Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
White Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century American Retro Charm Bracelets
Diamond, Moonstone, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Rose Gold
Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, W...
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Beaded Bracelets
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Brass
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Unknown Belle Époque Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
20th Century English Edwardian Choker Necklaces
Platinum
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian More Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, White Gold, Platinum
Early 2000s More Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950s American Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
1990s American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Unknown More Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950s European Retro Bracelets
Cultured Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Black Pearl, Platinum
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s American More Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Drop Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Jade, Pearl, Ruby, South Sea Pearl, White Diamo...
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Early 2000s Japanese High Victorian More Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
20th Century British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Platinum
20th Century American Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Platinum, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Rope Necklaces
Brown Diamond, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Yellow Diam...
Vintage 1930s English Multi-Strand Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1960s American Dome Rings
Platinum, 18k Gold
American Retro Bracelets
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Unknown Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, Onyx, Natural Pearl, Platinum, Silver
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How Much are Platinum And Diamond Pearl Clasps?
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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