2 Carat Sapphire Pendant
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, White Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1910s Pendant Necklaces
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Baroque Pendant Necklaces
Green Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Rose Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose ...
21st Century and Contemporary American More Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American More Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American More Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
2010s Asian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century American Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Belgian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Gold
2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Artisan Brooches
Sapphire, White Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2 Carat Sapphire Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs
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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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