Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
20th Century Japanese Modern Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Moonstone, Onyx, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s North American Modern Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Blue Sapphire, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Swiss Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold
1990s Swiss Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold
Late 20th Century American Artisan Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Black Diamond, Garnet, Sterling Silver
1970s Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Stainless Steel
20th Century Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Black Star, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s Unknown Artisan Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Black Jade
1970s Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
1970s French Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
1950s Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century French Modern Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Swiss Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Stainless Steel
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Japanese Modern Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
1990s Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Opal, Diamond, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Stainless Steel
20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Black Opal, 18k Gold
20th Century American Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Late 20th Century Modernist Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel
1990s Swiss Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Stainless Steel
1960s American Modern Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Black Diamond, Silver
1990s American Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold
1960s Modernist Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Crystal
1990s American Contemporary Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Black Pearl, Platinum
1970s Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Stainless Steel
20th Century Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century North American Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
20th Century North American Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Art Nouveau Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
20th Century American Modern Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
20th Century American Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Agate, Black Diamond, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Late 20th Century European Contemporary Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
20th Century North American Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Stainless Steel
20th Century Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Late 20th Century American Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Onyx, White Gold, 18k Gold
1990s American Art Deco Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Modernist Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
1990s Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
1990s European Retro Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Black Diamond, 14k Gold
1990s Swiss Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Stainless Steel
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How Much is a Vintage Black Diamond Jewelry?
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.