Vivid Red Diamonds
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Tourmaline, White Gold
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s American Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Anglo-Indian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
2010s American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold
2010s American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Black Opal, 18k Gold
2010s American Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Stud Earrings
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Modern Wedding Rings
Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, ...
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century European Artisan Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby
2010s Hong Kong Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold
20th Century Thai Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s American Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s Hong Kong Aesthetic Movement Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Modern Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s American Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Spinel, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Japanese Art Nouveau Chandelier Earrings
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century French Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Thai Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
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Vivid Red Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Vivid yellow diamonds are extremely rare. In fact, only one out of every 10,000 carats of diamonds mined is yellow. However, yellow is the most common type of colored diamond, accounting for 60% of all colored diamonds. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of yellow diamond jewelry.