Spike Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Chain Necklaces
Coral, White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Portuguese Greek Revival Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s French Neoclassical More Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s North American Modern Tennis Bracelets
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Stud Earrings
Early 2000s French Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Onyx, White Gold
2010s Indian Drop Earrings
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Retro Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 22k Gold, Gold
2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Bohemian Moroccan and North African...
Wool
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Indian Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century French Hoop Earrings
White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American More Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1970s French Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Credenzas
Wrought Iron
Antique 1860s English Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African ...
Wool
Late 20th Century Moroccan Post-Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tribal Moroccan and North Africa...
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tribal Moroccan and North Africa...
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Organic Modern Moroccan and Nort...
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary South Asian Navajo Indian Rugs
Wool
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Dangle Earrings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bangles
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
2010s Modern Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Spike Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Spike 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.