Royal Diamond
2010s Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Dutch Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Stud Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
2010s Dutch Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Morganite, Rose Gold
2010s Dutch Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
20th Century Swiss Edwardian Pocket Watches
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Garnet, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rose Go...
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Tourmaline, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rose Go...
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Stainless Steel
2010s Australian Artisan Dome Rings
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Sri Lankan Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cufflinks
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Whit...
2010s British More Bracelets
White Diamond, White Gold
2010s Early Victorian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Moonstone, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Sri Lankan Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Unknown Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Solitaire Rings
Tanzanite, 18k Gold
2010s North American Belle Époque Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
2010s Greek Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Titanium
2010s British Modern Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Cluster Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
2010s Malagasy Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique 1850s Austrian Classical Roman Retro Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Morganite, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Early 19th Century Unknown High Victorian Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
2010s Dutch Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Fashion Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cufflinks
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Early 2000s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Yellow Diamond, Malachite, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Dutch Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Wrist Watches
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum, Gold
2010s Dutch Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1990s Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
2010s British Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Dutch Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
2010s British More Bracelets
White Diamond, White Gold
2010s Dutch Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
2010s Unknown Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Romantic Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
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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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.