Vvs Baguette
2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings
Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
Early 2000s American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
Spinel
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Choker Necklaces
White Diamond, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Dome Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
Vintage 1980s American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lever-Back Earrings
Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Retro Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Early 2000s British Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Drop Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century European Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s American Retro Wrist Watches
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Retro Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Early 2000s British Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings
White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1940s European Retro Dangle Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Austrian Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Iolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Cocktail Rings
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century American Fashion Rings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Rings
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Rings
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
Early 2000s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Early 2000s British Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Brooches
Platinum
2010s Modern Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Engagement Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern More Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Natural Pearl, Diamond
Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage 1980s American Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k 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.
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