Vintage Diamond Matches
1960s British Edwardian Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, White Gold
1980s French Retro Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
1950s Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Modern Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, White Gold, Palladium
1950s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1960s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Platinum
1930s Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Moonstone, Quartz, Ruby, Yellow Gold
1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1980s Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Australian Retro Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
1950s Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Platinum
1970s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
20th Century Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1930s Art Deco Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1940s British Art Deco Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Late 20th Century North American Art Deco Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930s French Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Quartz, White Gold
1950s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Amethyst, Gold, Platinum, White Gold, 18k Gold
1970s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
1930s Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1950s American Retro Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Contemporary Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s French Modern Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Platinum
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Diamond Matches
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
1950s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s British Art Deco Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s French Modernist Vintage Diamond Matches
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1950s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s British Art Deco Vintage Diamond Matches
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
1960s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
1960s Australian Retro Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1960s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, White Gold
20th Century Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century British Victorian Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
20th Century Italian Artisan Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Platinum
1940s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1990s Artisan Vintage Diamond Matches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
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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.
- What is a vintage diamond?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A vintage diamond — as in, “a vintage diamond engagement ring” — refers to a ring that is at least 20 years old. Antique rings were made more than 100 years ago. Vintage diamond jewelry is not old enough to qualify as antique but it is at least two decades old. Find a collection of antique and vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Whether vintage diamond rings are worth more varies. Many factors influence the potential selling price of vintage and contemporary rings, including their maker, style and condition. The type of precious metal and the diamond's color, clarity, cut and carat weight will also impact the ring's price. Explore a wide variety of vintage diamond rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024To tell if a vintage diamond ring is real, you can first research the maker using trusted online resources. Hallmarks found on the inside of the band can provide a starting point for identifying a maker. By reading about the maker, you can find out if they typically produced fine jewelry or costume jewelry. If the maker of your ring was a fine jewelry maker, your ring is more likely to contain a real diamond. Another option is to take your ring to a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler who can assist in identifying the stone. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage diamond rings.