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Diamond Jewelry

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Gemstone: Diamond
Cartier diamond pave heart stud earrings full set, box and Cartier certificate
Located in Addlestone, GB
Beautiful Cartier Diamond-set heart shape earrings Absolutely classic and stunning heart shape Cartier earrings, these Pave set Brilliant-cut earrings are perfect for any occasion. ...
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1990s French Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Florentine Finish Diamond And Emerald Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Firenze, IT
This vintage diamonds and one emerald ring feature a Florentine finish and is centered with one heart shape emerald approximately 1,6ct that is recessed into the center of the ring. ...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Hammerman Brothers Flexible Diamond Platinum 5 Row Strap Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the epitome of luxury with our Hammerman Brothers Flexible Diamond Platinum 5 Row Strap Bracelet. This timeless piece exudes opulence and sophistication, showcasing approx...
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Late 20th Century Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Studio C Blue Diamonds White Diamonds and black Aluminium Ring
Located in Paris, IDF
Céleste ring by Studio C at Second Petale Gallery This black anodized aluminium ring, aerial inspired, is placed on the finger like a small sculpture. Seen from above, two polished ...
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2010s French Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Diamond

Diamond Bombe Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1990s, 18k. Diamonds, Diamonds, Diamonds! A great dome ring is all about a well-executed stylish design, meticulous construction, and lots of outrageously great diamonds. Thi...
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1990s Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Bombe Ring
Diamond Bombe Ring
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Andreoli Diamond Pink Sapphire Onyx 18 Karat Yellow Gold Turtle Ring
Located in New York, NY
Andreoli Diamond Pink Sapphire Onyx 18 Karat Yellow Gold Turtle Ring This ring features: - 0.23 Carat Diamond - 0.02 Carat Pink Sapphire - Onyx - 20.80 Gram 18K Yellow Gold - Made I...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Multi Shape Diamond Cuff Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 46 round brilliant cut = 1.55cttw Color: H Clarity: VS2 Diamond: 5 fancy cut = 1.35cttw Color: H Clarity: VS2-SI1 Dimensions: brace...
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21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 14K White Gold & Diamond Round Filigree Brooch or Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Art Deco white gold & diamond round filigree brooch or pin. In 14k white gold. The gold is filigreed into rocaille devices and set with 16 round cut diamonds set in pairs in...
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1960s 18k Yellow Gold and Diamond Pin
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a lovely 18k yellow gold and diamond pin from the 1960s. Although this pin utilizes negative space and appears to be light and airy, this pin is solid and dense. This pin ca...
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1960s Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 3 Carats Princess Cut Fancy Light Yellow Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Stone: Diamond Color: Fancy Light Yellow Carat Weight: 3.03cts Clarity: VVS1 Cut: Princess Cut Metal: Platinum 950 and 18k Yellow Gold Measurements: 8.08 x 8.01 x 5.27 Side st...
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2010s American Art Deco Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Ruby with Diamond Earrings set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.35 carats with Diamond 0.82 carat Earrings set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 3.0 cm Total Weight: 5.57 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was t...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style White Brilliant Cut Diamond Blue Sapphire White Gold Bracelet
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Twisted Round Pavé Diamond Band Ring with Milgrain in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6 This stunning pavé diamond band ring features a twisted design, crafted in luxurious 14 karat yellow gold. The intertwining style creates an intricate and dynamic look,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified 2.35 ct Natural Unheated White Sapphire Gemstone Ceylon Origin
Located in Makola, LK
A Natural Unheated White Sapphire with a dominant hue of colorless. Cut into an Oveal shape, this stone weighs almost 2.35 carats. • Variety: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Agate, Diamond, White Diamond

Cartier White Gold Diamond Anniversary Bangle Size 17
Located in London, GB
A lovely 18k white gold Cartier diamond bangle from the Anniversary collection. The bangle comprises of a 7mm bangle overlapping at the clasp with a round brilliant cut diamond in a ...
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Early 2000s British Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

10.0ct Aquamarine and Diamond Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, Switzerland. This gorgeous sixties ring is set with a fine deep blue 10.0-carat aquamarine framed by six brilliant white diamonds (H color, SI1 clarity). Its refine...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Old Mine Diamond Pearl Heart Pendant Brooch 14 Karat Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
This is an Antique Victorian Diamond Heart Pendant set throughout with lovely Seed Pearls. In the center is a sparkling Old Mine Cut Diamond. The diamond and pearls are set in a wo...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Damien Hirst 18k Gold and Diamond Pill Bracelet
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat gold charm bracelet with 17 gold pills and one skull pavé set with diamonds, signed and numbered: Damien Hirst, 8/50, with English assay marks on one of the charms, Londo...
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2010s English Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, 18k Gold

French Belle Epoque Diamond Sapphire Gold and Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
center old european cut diamond weighing approximately 0.15 carat H-I color VS clarity 40 accenting old europeans, rose cuts and single cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.80 car...
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1910s Belle Époque Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: 71 round brilliant cut = 0.76cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1 Dimensions: bracelet will fit up to a 7-inch wrist Weight: 4.40 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.49ctw Natural Round Blue Sapphires & 0.37ctw Natural Round Diamonds Band
Located in Houston, TX
This band features 0.49 carat total weight in natural round blue sapphires alternating with 0.37 carat total weight in natural round diamonds set in 14 karat white gold. Stack with y...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ruby, Sapphire, and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Ruby, Sapphire, and Diamond Necklace A link necklace with cabochon rubies, sapphires, and round-cut diamonds. Approximate ruby weight: 19.20 carats Approximate diamond weight: .50...
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20th Century Unknown Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique 1.15ct Sapphire Engagement Ring, Diamond Halo, Silver & 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
An antique ring featuring a 1.15-carat cabochon sapphire center, elegantly accented by two additional sapphires on each side, weighing approximately 0.20 carats each. The center sapp...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

27.00 Carat Aqua Pear Briolette Round Diamond Platinum Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful briolette and diamond dangle earrings. Two large pear shape natural, untreated aquamarines totaling 27.00cts, with platinum tops that are adorned with bezel set round and e...
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Early 20th Century Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Emerald Ring with Diamonds Set in 18K Gold - Circa 1985
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Circa 1985, 18K yellow gold ring with 2 pear shaped emeralds weighing 0.80 carats total, 7 baguette diamonds weighing 0.70 carats total, and 24 round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing ...
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1980s American Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Paul Binder Swiss Modern Diamond-set Gold Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 18k, by Paul Binder, Zurich, Switzerland. Fantastically modern and spectacularly seventies, these earrings are all about style, all about look, all about fashion! The ...
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1970s Swiss Modernist Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Trinity Diamond Knot Stud Earrings 2 Round Diamonds Est .10 Cts Earring Diameter 8mm 18k tricolor Gold Dominant color is yellow gold Hallmark Cartier signed and numbered ac...
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2010s French Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Band Halo Engagement Wedding 2.00 TDW
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Band Halo Engagement Wedding 2.00 TDW This estate engagement ring is made in solid 14K White Gold. The center round brilliant cut diamond is .50 carat o...
Category

Late 20th Century Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Opal Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Opal Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Ring. Featuring one cabochon cut opal of 0.24 carat. Accented by 14 round brilliant cut diamonds with a total weight of 0.10 carat, graded F color, V...
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21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian Oval Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped 750 Circa 1910 Fabulous, Edwardian oval shaped ring. A beautifully handmade setting with gorgeous open work. The ring features t...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Diamond Platinum Cluster Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully designed and masterfully handcrafted in platinum, these important Winston style diamond ear clips are beautifully set on multi levels to give them a magnificent three dim...
Category

2010s Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamonds, 18 Kara White Gold Tennis Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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2010s Albanian Modern Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 3.00 Carat Emerald Cut Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond 3 Three Ring
Located in New York, NY
A piece that brings simplicity, color, cut, rarity, and diamond craftsmanship together to create a masterful statement. Elongated, true, Emerald Cuts are a rarity in the already sca...
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2010s American Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Diamonds Sapphires Set Necklace Bracelet White Gold, 1975
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
A matching set that comprises a bracelet and a necklace. Round-cut Sapphires are surrounded by a fine round cut Diamonds. Each set of stones is connected flexibly to the next. So whe...
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1970s Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Geoffrey Good 6.01 Carat GIA Natural Diamond Solitaire Emerge Ring in Platinum
Located in Hudson, NY
Maximum minimalism in a sleek, diamond solitaire statement ring from Geoffrey Good. Featuring a single GIA-certified natural Diamond of 6.01 carats, mounted in our exclusive émerge-...
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2010s American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.28ctw Graduated Natural Round Diamond Necklace, 18k White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
This necklace features 1.28 carat total weight in graduated natural round diamonds set in 18 karat white gold. It is set on an 18 karat white gold chain. Chain measures 18" with a l...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Aquamarine, Topazs, Diamonds, Platinum Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Topaz, Platinum

Vintage Red Carpet Aquamarine Gemstone and Diamond Gold Bracelet
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant and finely detailed Vintage Oscar Worthy Deep Intense Blue Aquamarine and Diamond Gold Bracelet. Hand set with 16 Oval Aquamarine I/F High Quality Gemstones...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rubies, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Retrò Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Grey Pearls, Diamonds, Platinum Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

2.40cts Rubellite diamond lilac pearl earrings, 18K gold, by Michelle Massoura
Located in Nicosia, CY
These one-of-a-kind earrings by Michelle Massoura are made in 18Karat Yellow Gold and set with a pair of princess cut Rubellites, surrounded by a bezel frame and a halo of glimmering...
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2010s European Art Deco Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Rubelite, 18k Gold

Bulgari 1990s Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Parentesi Vintage Cuff Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bracelet is comprised of segmented links - with considerable flex Links feature signature Parentesi motif - fitted curving segments Featuring segment with bead set round brilliant cu...
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1990s Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Set in 18K Gold, 3.66 carats Tanzanites, Pink Sapphires & Diamonds Stud Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Tanzanite & Pink Sapphire Stud Earrings set in 18K White Gold & Diamonds. The weight of the marquise shaped Tanzanites is 3.66 carats. Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

East west Baguette Cut Moissanite Engagement 14k gold Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
East west Horizontal Baguette Cut Moissanite Engagement 14k gold Ring. Channel Bezel Set Straight Baguette Cut Wedding Band. 4 Stone Bricks Baguette Cut Moissanite Wedding Band. Tiny...
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2010s Turkish Modern Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Co Platinum Diamond Cluster Ring set with 7 Round Diamonds 0.45ct/G/VS
Located in London, GB
Embrace unparalleled elegance with the Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Cluster Ring. This exquisite piece features seven round diamonds totaling 0.45 carats, graded at G/VS for except...
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2010s Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Syna Yellow Gold Sun Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Diamonds 0.70 carat approx. Post backs for pierced ears Limited Edition About the Designers Drawing inspiration from little things, Dharmesh & Namr...
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2010s American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Diamond Platinum Seven Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Platinum Seven Stone Ring is a breathtaking piece with a captivating design. This ring features seven exquisite diamonds set in platinum, creating a stunning d...
Category

2010s Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Unheated Sapphire Ring 2.66 Carat Round Natural No Heat Cornflower Blue
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Lively 2.66 carat unheated round, Cornflower Blue "Ceylon" (Sri Lanka) Sapphire, three-stone platinum ring, decorated with a pair of 0.60 carats, G color/VS2-SI1 clarity, pear shape ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Tiffany & Co Emerald & Diamond Cluster Ring set in Platinum & 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Discover the enchanting beauty of the Tiffany & Co. Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring. Set in a luxurious blend of platinum and 18-carat yellow gold, this captivating piece features a...
Category

2010s Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Syna Yellow Gold Palm Leaf Band with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Diamonds 0.45 carat approx. Ring size US 7, can be sized About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration from little things, Dharmesh...
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2010s American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold Marquise Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 14K white gold Center Diamond: 1 marquise cut = 1.13ct Color : H Clarity : I1 GIA: 6234068112 Diamond: 47 round brilliant cut = 0.35cttw Color : G C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Amethyst and Moon Quartz Flower Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Amethyst 1.50 carats approx. Moon Quartz 4.50 carats approx. Diamonds 0.45 carat approx. Chain sold separately Enrobing 18 karat yellow gold, an amet...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Rose Gold Halo Ring with Morganite and Diamonds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K rose gold ring with round faceted diamonds weighing 0.44 carat total and one center oval shape morganite weighing 4.74 carats. - Finger size 6.5 (can be sized) - Diamonds are H...
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Turquoise, Diamonds & Sapphire X Motif Ring
Located in New York, NY
The polished blue-green beauty of turquoise is enhanced by precious gemstones of diamonds and sapphires for this ring. An oval cabochon turquoise is an apex, held in place by intercr...
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2010s American Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Go...

Vintage Tiffany & Co Oval Cut Pink Red Ruby & Diamond Platinum Three Stone Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co Oval Cut Pink Red Ruby And Diamond Platinum Three Stone Ring. Fine jewellery houses like Tiffany only use the finest diamonds and gemstones in their jewellery a...
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20th Century North American Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

5.02 Carat Rainbow Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a mesmerizing rainbow ring, a stunning testament to the beauty of colored gemstones. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this ring features a dazzling array of d...
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2010s Thai Modern Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green ...

Edwardian GIA 3.17ctw Antique Old European Diamond Cocktail Cluster 18k YG Ring
Located in New York, NY
This breathtakingly beautiful, darling, early-twentieth century Edwardian Flower shaped, Cluster Ring finely hand crafted in platinum over 18 karat yellow gold. The Center Diamond i...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Cabochon Ruby with Diamond Earrings set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 9.62 carats with Diamond 1.44 carats Earrings set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 2.8 cm Total Weight: 11.37 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 wh...
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

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