Diamond Lily Of The Valley
Vintage 1950s Austrian Brooches
Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Whi...
20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Austrian Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Austrian Collectible Jewelry
Jade, Rock Crystal, Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
2010s Italian Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Early 1900s Brooches
Vintage 1950s Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Whi...
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Engagement Rings
Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18...
1990s Italian Other Pillows and Throws
Cotton, Linen
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold,...
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold,...
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s German Charm Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Early 1900s Russian Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 1890s Russian Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s Austrian Artist Brooches
Diamond, Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1890s American Flatware and Serving Pieces
Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s Brooches
2010s French Art Deco Porcelain
Gold Plate
2010s Russian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow...
2010s French Art Deco Porcelain
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Mid-20th Century American Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Fashion Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 9k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Platinum
20th Century Band Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Western European Rugs
Wool
2010s Neoclassical Revival Architectural Elements
Marble
Antique Early 1900s Late Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Vintage 1950s Austrian Artisan Brooches
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique 1870s English Victorian Bangles
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
1990s North American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Contemporary Cluster Rings
Amethyst, Citrine, Emerald, Freshwater Pearl, Peridot, Rubelite, Topaz, ...
Antique Late 19th Century Brooches
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Italian Brooches
Diamond, Jade, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Brooches
Diamond, Agate, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Austrian Brooches
Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Whi...
Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Brooches
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Brooches
Crystal, Diamond, Jade, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Brooches
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Jade, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Jade, Moonstone, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Italian Brooches
Diamond, Jade, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s American More Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century Russian Brooches
Diamond, Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Brooches
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
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Diamond Lily Of The Valley For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Diamond Lily Of The Valley?
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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