100 Carat Diamond Jewelry
2010s Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Mid-19th Century Kenyan Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary South American Medieval Cluster Rings
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Singaporean Brooches
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s North American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Kunzite, White Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Art Nouveau Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Indian More Jewelry
Ruby
2010s Engagement Rings
Diamond
Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Artisan Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s Greek Contemporary Fashion Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Palladium, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Israeli Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1880s Contemporary Fashion Rings
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
2010s Loose Gemstones
Diamond
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Link Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
2010s Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby
2010s Italian Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond
2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Art Deco Cuff Bracelets
Black Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown High Victorian Stud Earrings
Diamond
20th Century American More Bracelets
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
2010s Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Coral, 18k Gold
100 Carat Diamond Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 100 Carat 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.