Royal Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Necklaces
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Empire Bridal Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s Swiss Modernist Link Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Necklaces
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s American Modernist Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Greek Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Greek Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century European Victorian Wrist Watches
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Multi-gemstone, Opal, Diamond, Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Rubelite, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s French Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k ...
2010s Hong Kong Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Amethyst, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Amethyst, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Amethyst, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Amethyst, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Amethyst, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Amethyst, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Silver, Gold, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Amethyst, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Necklaces
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Indian Bangles
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s Greek Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Argentine Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Silver, Gold, 22k Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Bangles
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Silver, Gold, 22k Gold
Vintage 1970s Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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Royal Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Royal Diamond?
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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