Pt950 Platinum
2010s French Fashion Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Solitaire Rings
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2010s American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Platinum
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2010s American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Platinum
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21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings
Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings
Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
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Diamond, Platinum
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Platinum
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Diamond, Platinum
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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
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Diamond, Platinum, Enamel
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Diamond
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Diamond, Ruby
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Vanity Items
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
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Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby
2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American More Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Emerald, Pink Sapphire
2010s Italian More Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s French Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Platinum
2010s French Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
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Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Platinum
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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Platinum
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Diamond, Ruby
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s Band Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Wedding Rings
Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
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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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.