Diamond Swallow
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches
Diamond, 15k Gold, 9k Gold, Silver
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Late 18th Century French Georgian Brooches
Diamond, Pearl
2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 1870s European Victorian Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel
Early 20th Century Cufflinks
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Brown Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Mixed Metal, Yellow Gold, Silver
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, White Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, Yellow Sapphire, Natural Pearl, Garnet, White ...
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Brooches
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Romantic Bangles
Ruby, White Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver, Brass, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Antique 1850s Pendant Necklaces
2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Pendant Necklaces
20th Century Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1860s English More Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Silver
Antique 1860s English Victorian More Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
2010s Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s American Victorian Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Russian Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Russian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s British Brooches
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique 1890s Unknown Late Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Gold
Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Brooches
Pearl, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
2010s Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1920s Unknown Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 19th Century Unknown Brooches
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches
Ruby, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1880s Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Silver
Antique 1890s Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Russian Russian Empire Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Garnet, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique 1870s French Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, Silver
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How Much is a Diamond Swallow?
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.