Royal Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 1870s English Victorian Vases
Majolica
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s French Retro Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
1990s Unknown Wrist Watches
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, White Gold
Early 20th Century British Victorian Brooches
Diamond
2010s Fashion Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Diamond
Antique Early 1900s American Belle Époque Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Contemporary Wrist Watches
White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Dangle Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
2010s Italian Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Thai Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Wrist Watches
Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Enamel
Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century American Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rhodium
20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Chandelier Earrings
White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Unknown Bangles
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1990s French Modern Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Dangle Earrings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Unknown Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k 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.