Vs1 In Clarity
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s American Retro Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones
Yellow Diamond
Late 20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1980s American Retro Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s French Modern Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Pink Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s American Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Platinum
Vintage 1960s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond
Vintage 1970s British Clip-on Earrings
Gold
20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown More Rings
Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s American Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s American Artisan Bridal Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1990s French Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Band Rings
Diamond
2010s Italian Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Retro Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s North American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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How Much is a Vs1 In Clarity?
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.
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