Estate Radiant Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Dangle Earrings
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Gold, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Pink Diamond, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
1990s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1990s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 2000s Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Bridal Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Wedding Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Engagement Rings
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s American Art Nouveau Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings
Yellow Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Clip-on Earrings
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Estate Radiant Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Estate Radiant Diamond?
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.
- Is radiant cut diamond good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, a radiant cut diamond is good, but it is one of the least expensive diamond shapes on the market. This diamond cut is known to produce the most sparkle and looks larger than other diamonds cuts of the same caratage.