Vvs Bezel
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artist Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wrist Watches
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Early 2000s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century German Retro Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century German Retro Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Belgian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Early 2000s American Modern Bangles
White Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Swiss Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Wrist Watches
Diamond, Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
2010s American Wrist Watches
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Unknown Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Retro Wrist Watches
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum, 14k Gold
1990s Italian Modernist Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Chalcedony, Chrysophrase, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow...
Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Fashion Rings
White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 1980s French Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s French Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Gold
Late 20th Century French Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pocket Watches
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Drop Earrings
Aquamarine, White Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Diamond, Stainless Steel, Steel
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 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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