Diamond Sunburst
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 1880s French Drop Earrings
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s Indian Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Engagement Rings
Tourmaline, Rubelite, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Engagement Rings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, White Gold
2010s American Stud Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Stud Earrings
Green Sapphire, Emerald, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sa...
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Stud Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Early 2000s Cluster Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Cluster Rings
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Indian Modern More Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s Pendant Necklaces
2010s Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Brooches
White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Dangle Earrings
South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century British Brooches
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Stud Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Stud Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Contemporary Dangle Earrings
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau More Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Wh...
2010s Indian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Silver
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Diamond Sunburst For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Diamond Sunburst?
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.