Platinum And Diamond Pearl Clasps
20th Century Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Platinum
20th Century American Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Onyx, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Link Bracelets
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
2010s Swiss Modern Modern Bracelets
White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950s French More Bracelets
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Platinum, White Gold
1990s American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Onyx, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Unknown Brooches
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Beaded Bracelets
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Retro Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Retro Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary North American Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum
Antique 19th Century Unknown Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Bracelets
Blue Sapphire, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Platinum, White Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, Onyx, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Palladium
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s American Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gol...
Vintage 1950s Retro Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Oriental Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century American Belle Époque Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Zircon, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Natural Pearl, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Early 2000s Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Link Bracelets
Onyx, Pearl, Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl
1990s Art Nouveau Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gol...
20th Century Unknown Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum
1990s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950s American Modern Modern Bracelets
Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s American Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
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Platinum And Diamond Pearl Clasps For Sale on 1stDibs
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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