Diamond Jewelry
Early 2000s British Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s British Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
1910s French Belle Époque Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
1950s Unknown Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s British Victorian Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s British Edwardian Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Diamond Jewelry
Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, Amethyst, Gold, Vermei...
1930s British Victorian Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Garnet, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
1910s British Edwardian Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s British Edwardian Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
1950s British Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
1980s British Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Unknown Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1880s British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
2010s Modern Diamond Jewelry
Beryl, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
2010s Italian Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s Russian Modern Diamond Jewelry
Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Agate, Gold, Silver, ...
2010s Swiss Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Russian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Russian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Black Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Russian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s Russian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
2010s Russian Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
2010s Russian Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
2010s Russian Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Russian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
2010s Russian Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
2010s Russian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gol...
2010s Russian Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
2010s Russian Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Russian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
2010s British Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
2010s British Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
2010s Russian Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
2010s British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1910s French Edwardian Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Unknown Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
Shop Antique and Vintage Diamond Rings, Diamond Necklaces and Other Diamond Jewelry and Watches on 1stDibs
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.