Royal Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Swiss Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
2010s Swiss Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Swiss Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Jade, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Topaz, 10k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s American More Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Stainless Steel
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Stainless Steel
2010s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Stainless Steel
2010s European Wrist Watches
Diamond, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
2010s Swiss Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Artist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Indian Victorian Bangles
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
1990s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Artisan Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, White Gold
2010s North American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Stud Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Empire Figurines and Sculptures
Agate, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1990s North American Retro Link Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Empire Bridal Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Stud Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s Colombian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
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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.