Tiffany Irid Plat
Vintage 1960s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings
Platinum
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco More Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1970s American Wedding Rings
Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Sapphire, Platinum
Late 20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Link Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Solitaire Rings
Sapphire, Platinum
Late 20th Century Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century American Modern Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s American Retro Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Retro Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Band Rings
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Engagement Rings
Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Brooches
White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1980s American Modern Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1970s American Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Contemporary Wedding Rings
Platinum
Vintage 1960s American Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Band Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Wedding Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Artist Link Bracelets
Platinum
Vintage 1970s Unknown Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s American Band Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1990s American Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s American Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco More Bracelets
White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s American Retro Wedding Rings
Platinum
Early 2000s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Solitaire Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
20th Century Drop Earrings
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Vintage 1950s American Retro Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings
White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
20th Century American Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Bridal Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Retro Fashion Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century American Art Deco More Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Band Rings
Platinum
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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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