Van Cleef And Arpels Platinum Jewelry
Late 20th Century French Necklace Enhancers
White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1980s American Modern Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
20th Century French Modern Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century French Band Rings
Ruby, Diamond, Platinum
20th Century French Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Band Rings
White Diamond, Platinum
20th Century More Rings
White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1970s French Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1970s French Hoop Earrings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s French More Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s French Artist Brooches
Diamond, 15k Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century American Cluster Rings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1970s French Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1970s French Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Unknown Band Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Brooches
White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1960s French Brooches
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
20th Century American Brooches
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s French Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
20th Century French Band Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Clip-on Earrings
Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Necklace Enhancers
White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s American Brooches
Diamond, Turquoise, White Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Late 20th Century French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s French Retro Clip-on Earrings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1980s American Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century American Bangles
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
20th Century French Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s French Retro Dome Rings
White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s French Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Unknown Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s French Retro Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Brooches
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Brooches
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1960s American Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s French Retro Cufflinks
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Victorian Link Necklaces
White Diamond, Platinum, White Gold
Vintage 1950s French Brooches
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s French Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French More Earrings
Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century French Contemporary Link Bracelets
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold
Vintage 1960s Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1950s French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s French Clip-on Earrings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1970s French Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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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.
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