Platinum And Diamond Pearl Clasps
2010s American Chain Necklaces
Platinum
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, Platinum
2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary More Bracelets
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Beaded Necklaces
2010s Australian Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s American Beaded Bracelets
Cultured Pearl, Platinum
2010s Australian Contemporary Drop Earrings
White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Coral, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian More Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco More Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Platinum
European More Necklaces
Cultured Pearl
Antique 1890s Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Spinel, 14k Gold, Silver
2010s Australian Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Natural Pearl
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Malachite, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
European More Necklaces
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Bridal Rings
20th Century More Jewelry
Vintage 1930s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl
Vintage 1940s American More Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Natural Pearl, White Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Unknown Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Antique 19th Century Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1980s American Link Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Link Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Late 20th Century More Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Link Bracelets
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Late 20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s English Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
2010s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Platinum
American Beaded Bracelets
Cultured Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s French Edwardian Link Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Retro Retro Bracelets
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Platinum
2010s Choker Necklaces
Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
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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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