Sultan Qaboos
20th Century Swiss Artisan Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Swiss Artisan Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Quartz, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
20th Century Italian Artisan Signet Rings
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Retro Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
20th Century British Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Nude Paintings
Oil, Panel
20th Century European Artisan Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Swiss Artisan Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century European Artisan Cuff Bracelets
Diamond
20th Century European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
20th Century European Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Emerald
20th Century Swiss Artisan Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
20th Century Unknown Artisan Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Swiss Artisan Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
20th Century European Artisan Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
20th Century European Artisan Signet Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century European Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century European Artisan Fashion Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Fashion Rings
Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century European Artisan Signet Rings
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century European Artisan Signet Rings
Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century European Artisan Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Diamond
Vintage 1970s Unknown Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Spinel, Gold
20th Century British Artisan Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Bangles
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century European Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century European Artisan Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Swiss Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century European Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
20th Century European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century European Artisan Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century European Artisan Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Swiss Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century European Artisan Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century British Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century European Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Gold
20th Century British Artisan Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, 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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