Platinum And Diamond Pearl Clasps
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century European Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold, Platinum, Silver
Vintage 1910s Unknown Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
2010s Spanish Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Platinum, 18k Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches
Oriental Pearl, Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Charm Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Link Bracelets
Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s Japanese Modern Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Artist Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 1890s American Art Nouveau Brooches
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Unknown Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Vintage 1970s French Retro Bracelets
Diamond, Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Pendant Necklaces
Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Charm Bracelets
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1930s French Byzantine Brooches
Amethyst, Pearl, Quartz, Gold, Gilt Metal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Link Bracelets
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1910s British Belle Époque Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Platinum
20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Platinum
Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Enamel, Platinum, Yello...
2010s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Pearl, Platinum
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown More Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Late 20th Century Japanese Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Late 20th Century Japanese Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
2010s Australian Victorian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, White Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Retro Bracelets
Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian More Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Choker Necklaces
White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Unknown Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Sapphire, South Sea Pearl, White...
20th Century More Bracelets
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century Russian Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum, Rhodium
Early 20th Century Edwardian Link Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century More Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Pocket Watches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Bracelets
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Platinum, White Gold
Vintage 1910s German Edwardian Link Bracelets
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
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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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