Shreve Crump And Low
Vintage 1960s American Cocktail Rings
Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
20th Century American Wall Clocks
Brass
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Brass
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
2010s American Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold
2010s American Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 1850s English Regency Revival Porcelain
Porcelain
2010s American Cluster Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Three-Stone Rings
Emerald, Platinum
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Cluster Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1990s American American Classical Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Antique 1890s American Aesthetic Movement Dangle Earrings
14k Gold
Vintage 1920s American Rococo Revival Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
2010s American Engagement Rings
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s American Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s American Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s American Drop Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
20th Century French Wine Coolers
Glass
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pitchers
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Crystal
Vintage 1930s American Classical Barware
Sterling Silver
20th Century Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Antique 1890s American Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Sterling Silver
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1910s American Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Swiss Chinoiserie Mantel Clocks
Metal, Brass, Steel
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Platinum
2010s French Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Brooches
Peridot, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Brooches
Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Yellow Gold
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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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