Cartier 1920s Diamond
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco More Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Brooches
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Platinum
Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Desk Accessories
Diamond, Chalcedony, Platinum, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s French Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Boxes and Cases
Diamond, Silver
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches
Crystal, Diamond
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Swiss Edwardian Pocket Watches
Diamond, Quartz, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurines and Sculptures
Diamond, Jade, Ruby
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s Unknown Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Miscellaneous
Vintage 1920s French Pocket Watches
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Egyptian Revival Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Cufflinks
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Swiss Wrist Watches
French Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
White Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Egyptian Revival Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
French Pocket Watches
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Platinum
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco More Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
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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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