Platinum Collar
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Platinum
Vintage 1970s Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cufflinks
Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1970s American Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel, Platinum
1960s American Cocktail Dresses
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco More Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
1990s American Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s American Byzantine Link Necklaces
Citrine, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Stud Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century French Glass
Crystal
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
American Choker Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Link Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Bangles
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1980s British Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s French Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Modernist Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
20th Century American More Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond
American Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Choker Necklaces
White Diamond, 15k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century British Edwardian More Jewelry
Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Late 20th Century American Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Engagement Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
1990s British Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Dinner Jackets
Early 2000s French Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Early 2000s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Fashion Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Peridot, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Edwardian Cluster Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Zircon, Yellow Gold, Platinum
American Rope Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1960s American Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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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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