Royal Diamond
1990s Unknown Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1990s French Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1910s Unknown Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century French Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Diamond, Stainless Steel
Late 20th Century Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Antique 1840s Unknown High Victorian Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Britannia Standard Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Modernist Fashion Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century English Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Dangle Earrings
White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Unknown Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Engagement Rings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
2010s Japanese Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Titanium
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets
Diamond, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gol...
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Wrist Watches
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary French Artisan Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Late 20th Century Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1950s Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Late 20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
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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.