Diamond Quadrillion
1990s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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1990s American Modern Bridal Rings
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s American Modern Fashion Rings
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American Art Deco Fashion Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s American Brooches
Diamond, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century American Retro Bangles
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
1990s American Modern Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Emerald, White Diamond, Platinum
1990s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond
Vintage 1950s French Retro More Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
20th Century French Art Deco Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Artisan More Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1990s Italian Contemporary Band Rings
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s English Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 1880s Link Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Early 2000s American Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Pink Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 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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