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Colombian Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
By RAF
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional three carat emerald-cut Muzo Colombian Emerald, set with two trapezoid diamonds with an estimated color-clarity of F-VS. The emerald exhibits superior color and clarit...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
3 Carat Natural Brazilian Alexandrite and Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Ring
By RAF
Located in New York, NY
An elegant and classic three-stone alexandrite ring, centered with an oval mixed-cut natural, no-heat Brazilian Alexandrite weighing well over three carats, accented with two shield ...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified Natural 1 Carat Fancy Purplish Pink Diamond Halo Platinum Ring
By RAF Jewels
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and elegant ring centered with a natural oval-shape, Fancy Purplish Pink diamond, accented with a cluster of round brilliant-cut pink diamonds, with white round brilliant...
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum
Natural Saltwater Pearl and No Heat Ruby Floral Earrings
By RAF
Located in New York, NY
A stunning pair of Mughal-style natural, saltwater pearl earrings, weighing approximately 16.5 grains each, clustered with natural, no heat ruby beads from Burma weighing a total of ...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 9ct Gold, Enamel RAF and Diamond Ring, Circa 1940s
Located in Brighton, GB
The crowned, winged RAF insignia is enamelled in vivid blue and framed by six diamonds three set into each shoulder offering subtle sparkle and balance.
Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Enamel
0.96 Carat Emerald Diamond and Ruby 18k Yellow Gold RAF Sweetheart Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 0.96 carat emerald, 0.07 carat ruby and 0.78 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold RAF brooch; part of our collection of sweetheart brooches.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond and Enamel White Gold 'RAF' Regimental Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.25 carat diamond and enamel, 18 karat white gold and platinum set 'RAF' military brooch; part of our diverse diamond jewellery collections.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural No Heat Purple Sapphire Diamond Ring
By RAF
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and natural, no heat purple sapphire weighing 8.61 carats set with four pear-shape diamonds, set in Platinum. The sapphire accompanies a gemological certificate from GIA ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2 Carat GIA Type2A D Flawless Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Bridal Suite
By RAF
Located in New York, NY
The engagement ring and bridal jewelry suite consists of a masterfully crafted engagement ring that allows one to wear the two one carat diamonds in a variety of ways. Start your da...
Diamond, Platinum
Magnificent 8 Carat Classic Brazil Alexandrite and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
By RAF
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional and magnificent ring centered with a Brazillian Alexandrite impressively weighing over 8 carats, accented with two trapezoid mixed-cut diamonds weighing approximately ...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
1970s Diamond Enamel Gold RAF Sweetheart Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.68 carat diamond and enamel, 9 carat white and 9 carat yellow gold 'RAF' brooch; part of our diverse vintage jewellery collections This fine and impressive d...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 10 Carat Oval Diamond Stud Platinum Earrings
By RAF Jewels
Located in New York, NY
A classic and beautiful pair of ten-carat plus total weight oval diamond stud earrings set in platinum. Each diamond is certified by GIA, and weighs well over five carats with a I-VS...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Chic Diamond and Emerald Bead Platinum Link Necklace
By RAF Jewels
Located in New York, NY
An elegant and chic diamond and emerald bead link necklace, hand-made in Platinum, with an estimated color-clarity of the diamonds as E/F-color, with VS-clarity weighing a total of a...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Certified 10 Carat Oval Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Ring
By RAF Jewels
Located in New York, NY
A classic and vibrant three-stone oval sapphire and diamond ring set with an impressive ten-carat plus oval shape mixed-cut sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka), accented with two GIA ce...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1935 Antique Diamond and Enamel White Gold RAF Sweetheart Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.65 carat diamond and enamel, 9 karat white gold RAF brooch; part of our diverse antique jewellery collections.
Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2014 Raf Simons light blue diamond cloque asymmetric dress FR36 S
By Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2014 Raf Simons light blue diamond cloque asymmetric dress FR36 S Reference: YIKK/A00202 Brand: Dior Designer: Raf Simons Collection: 2014 AW - Runway Material: Viscos...
Sapphire and Diamond Cluster White Gold Earrings
By RAF
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of sapphire cluster earrings set with fourteen natural, no-heat blue sapphires weighing approximately twenty-one carats, spaced with round brilliant-cut diamonds, se...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Antique 1.36 Carat Diamond and Enamel Platinum RAF Sweetheart Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The feathered wings and crown designs are embellished with ninety-four pave set eight-cut diamonds and the RAF emblem bears twenty-five pavé set Dutch cut diamonds.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Vintage 9 Karat Gold and Diamond RAF Brooch
Located in Bologna, IT
This vintage brooch has been modelled in the form of the Royal Air Force (RAF) cap badge. Therefore the elements of the official badge: the eagle cluster wings, the central dark blue...
Diamond, Gold
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top st...
1990s Badgley Mischka Size 10 / 12 Gold Lace Sequins and Beads Vintage 90s Top
By BADGLEY MISHCKA, Badgley Mischka
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 1990s BADGLEY MISCHKA Couture gold lace beaded and sequined sleeveless top! Features high quality French lace. Hundreds of sequins and beads hand-sewn throughout. Hidd...
Atelier Versace Magical Golden Waterfall Swan Tail Dress Gown
By Gianni Versace Couture, Atelier Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Atelier Versace custom-made beaded gown fashioned of golden champagne gossamer silk. Gown features halter sweetheart neckline, corset interior boned bodice, open T-back; fully line...
$189,750
Turquoise and Diamond Necklace
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
An INCREDIBLE necklace with Fine Persian Turquoise. 102 carats of Persian Turquoise 59.95 carats of white pear, round and marquise cut diamonds. Set in platinum 18 inch leng...
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
$58,288Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4.02 Carat Cushion Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Three Stone Ring
By HAZAN
Located in New York, NY
Amongst Cushion Cut Yellow Diamonds, Elongated Pillow Shapes are the most coveted and desired outlines They look larger than their weight suggests, and they look like true gems.. Ou...
Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2002 Matte Python Skin Saddle Bag & Mirror
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Switzerland, CH
A rare Christian Dior mini evening saddle bag designed by John Galliano From a collectable, limited edition in 2002 Offered only in Dior flagship stores to a limited clientele Get th...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Up Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. The body of the dress is made of fine black stretch silk with functional adjustable lacing at the center front and b...
Hermes Birkin 25 Bag Aubergine Crocodile Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin 25 bag featured in rich, saturated Aubergine crocodile. Rarely produced this exquisite jewel toned beauty is a must have for any Hermes aficionado...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2005 "It's Only A Game" Cream Cotton Brocade Detail Skirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Alexander McQueen S/S 2005 cream cotton brocade detail skirt. From Alexander McQueen's "It's Only a Game" collection. Botanical filigree metallic brocade trim in shades of beige, cre...
Paco Rabanne Vintage Gold Chain Link Cocktail Dress, Size 4-6
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Never worn Paco Rabanne Gold chain link sleeveless cocktail dress. New with tag. In excellent condition. Fit size 4-6
S/S 1996 Atelier Versace Haute Couture Copper Lace Leopard Rhinestone Mini Dress
By Gianni Versace, Atelier Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible leopard print chiffon and copper lace Atelier Versace mini dress, designed by Gianni Versace. From the Spring/Summer 1996 collection, a version of this super...
Hermes Kelly Retourne 28 Rose Extreme Matte Alligator Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly 28 bag featured in rich jewel toned Rose Extreme matte alligator. This iconic vibrant pink Hermes bag is timeless and chic. Fresh with palladium har...
$2,295
Size: Small - Medium
Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in San Diego, CA
Collectible CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Fall 2001 runway vintage black and white novelty print playing cards and domino semi sheer mesh camisole top! Kris Jenner ( Mother of Kim ...
Loris Azzaro Paris Couture Circa 1973 Vintage Draped Bodice Red Chiffon Dress
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Spectacular Vintage 1973 Loris Azzaro Paris Couture Documented Evening Dress An exquisite piece of fashion history, this 1973 Loris Azzaro Couture or Runway sample evening dress is ...
GIA Certified 3.66 Carats Oval Cut Fancy Light Pink Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful engagement ring, showcasing a vibrant 3.66 carats oval cut pink diamond certified by GIA as Fancy Light Pink color and Internally Flawless clarity, bezel-set in 18K rose ...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
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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