Diamond Jewelry
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Gemstone: Diamond
Large Cabochon Ceylon Sapphire 16.73 Carat 0.50 Diamond Gold 1.75 Inch Earrings
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
These stunning earrings feature a captivating design, meticulously crafted with exquisite materials. Made from fourteen karats white gold, each earring showcases a large matched pair...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Simple Diamond Crossover Band, 14k Yellow Gold, Ring, Stackable Diamond
Located in McLeansville, NC
This gorgeous 14K yellow gold diamond crossover band is a beautiful and delicate addition to any jewelry collection. Featuring 0.03 carats of diamonds in a unique crossover design, t...
Category
1990s Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian Diamond Lyre Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian diamond lyre brooch, set throughout with old brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to weigh a total of 7.2 carats, the centre with laurel leaf motif...
Category
1880s Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A Vintage sapphire and diamond ring, the oval-shaped cabochon-cut sapphire measuring 13mm x 9mm x 6mm and weighing 8.22carats, accompanied...
Category
Late 20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire
.925 Sterling Silver Diamond Accent Angel Wing Double Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Present this sweet and stylish designed diamond angel wings to her. This sterling silver pendant features a glistening heart flies on brightly polished widespread angel's wings embel...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
.925 Sterling Silver 3.0 Carat Diamond Art-Deco Style Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This bracelet is a breathtaking piece. 3ct TDW of round cut diamonds glimmer in this sterling silver art deco link bracelet. Each link has a geometric shape lined with three rows of ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
GIA Certified 4.01 Carat Pear Shaped Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
A pear-shape solitaire diamond ring, the pear-shaped diamond weighing 4.01 carats accompanied by GIA report stating to be of E colour and VS1 clarity, six claw-set between two small ...
Category
2010s British Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond
Art Deco Style Ruby and Diamond Square Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco style ruby and diamond square cluster ring, the central octagonal-cut ruby estimated to weigh 0.6 carats, surrounded by eighteen round brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to...
Category
1990s British Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby
14K White Gold 1.0 Carat Diamond Bypass Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
An elegant diamond band that sparkles with five rows of alternating round brilliant cut and baguette diamonds. The wide band is crafted in cool 14 karat white gold. It has a total di...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.24 Carat Diamond Flower Petal Bracelet in 14 Karat White Gold, Shlomit Rogel
Located in Ramatgan, IL
0.24 Carat Diamond Flower Petal Bracelet in 14 Karat White Gold, Shlomit Rogel
Beautiful sparkle meets a wonderfully elegant design in this dainty chain bracelet...
Category
2010s Israeli Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Colombian Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco cabochon emerald and diamond cluster ring, the oval cabochon-cut emerald estimated to weigh 4,0 carats, accompanied by The Gem & Pearl Lab. Report stating that is of Colombian origin, set to the centre of a double cluster of sixty round and cushion old-cut and ten rose-cut diamonds, with a daylight in-between to a platinum mount with diamond-set split shoulders, gross weight 4.47 grams, circa 1925, head measuring 1.6x1.6 cm, finger size I 1/2, gross weight 4.47 grams.
This spectacular ring comes from the antique ring collection...
Category
1920s British Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald
Art Deco Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco cabochon emerald and diamond ring, the central cabochon cut emerald estimated to weigh 1.1 carats accompanied by GCS Repo...
Category
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald
Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A ruby and diamond ring, the central round brilliant-cut diamond estimated to weigh 0.55 carats millegrain-set within a circle of calibré-cut rubies to a kite shape surround of pave-...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby
Edwardian Turquoise, Pearl, and Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian turquoise, pearl and diamond brooch, to the centre with an oval diamond-set flower set with a pearl, surrounded by twenty one cabochon...
Category
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise
2.76 Carat Pear & Round Diamond Chandelier Earrings 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
These exquisite chandelier earrings are crafted in 14 karat white gold and feature a captivating combination of pear-shaped and round diamonds with a total carat weight of 2.76 carat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
14k Yellow Gold Brown White Diamond Dainty Flower Chain Necklace
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Brown White Diamond Dainty Flower Chain Necklace in 14K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit.
April ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
GCS Certified Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of diamond drop earrings, the top set with an old brilliant-cut diamond within a millegrain halo leading to a line of diamonds to a pear shape diamond in a rub-over setting, t...
Category
2010s Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond
Cultured Pearl and Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
A cultured pearl and diamond pendant, the pear-shaped cultured pearl, measuring 0.8 x 0.6 mm, suspended by a diamond-set pear-shaped pendant loop, with three diamond-set circles, th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Late Victorian Diamond Brooch/Pendant in a Fitted Box
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian diamond-set brooch/pendant, set with graduated old European and rose-cut diamonds to an openwork foliate and scroll design, suspending a diamond-set drop, with detac...
Category
1890s Late Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond
Antique Pair of Old-Cut Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
An antique pair of old-cut diamond drop earrings, each earring with a large old mine-cut diamond, the one weighing 2.87 carats of M colour and VS1 clarity, the other weighing 2.91 ca...
Category
Early 1900s Belle Époque Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Pair of Late Victorian Ruby and Diamond Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of late Victorian ruby and diamond earrings, each in the form of a flower, centrally-set with a round ruby, surrounded by five petals, each set with a pear-shaped ruby surroun...
Category
1890s Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby
Diamond Half Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond half eternity ring, consisting of thirty three round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 0.2 carats in total, channel-set in white gold mount,...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Half Eternity Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A half eternity diamond ring, consisting of nineteen baguette-cut diamonds, weighing 0.33 carats in total, all channel-set in white gold mou...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Seven-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A seven-stone diamond ring, the round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 1.50 carats D/E VS in total, claw-set in 18ct white gold mount, finger size N,...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond-Set Half Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond-set half eternity ring, consisting of seven baguette cut diamonds and six princess-cut diamonds set in-between, weighing 0.5 carats in total, all channel-set in white gold ...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Full Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond full eternity ring, consisting of twenty-four round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 2 carats in total, rub-over set in white gold ...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Baguette-Cut Diamond Full Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A baguette-cut diamond full eternity ring, the 56 baguette-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 1.5 carats in total channel-set to an 18 carat gold mount, hallmarked London, 2019, bearing...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Full Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond full eternity ring, consisting of twenty round brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 3 carats in total, all grain set in plati...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Single Stone Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.03 carats of K colour and I1 clarity, shoulders set with graduating diamond-set shoulders, to a carved mount and rib...
Category
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A natural pearl and diamond cluster ring, the centre set with a natural pearl surrounded by a cluster of round brilliant-cut diamonds, estima...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
A Pink Sapphire, Diamond and Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
A pink sapphire, diamond and cultured pearl necklace, the detachable Victorian centrepiece, horizontally-set with an oval faceted pink sapphire weighing 2.62 carats, to a lozenge sha...
Category
1890s British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Diamond and Natural Pearl Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian diamond and pearl pendant, the central pearl within a diamond heart surmounted by floral motif in pearl and diamond, a pearl drop to base suspended by diamond foliate dec...
Category
1890s British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
A Pair of Lapis Butterfly Earrings by Ilgiz F
Located in London, GB
A pair of lapis butterfly earrings by Ilgiz F, each earring with a champlevé enamelled butterfly, termination to a lapis drop, suspended by a diamond-s...
Category
2010s Russian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
A Pair of Old-Cut Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of old-cut diamond stud earrings, the 2.07 carats diamond accompanied by HRD report 170002961964 stating to be of G colour VS2 clarity, the 2.10 carats diamond accompanied by ...
Category
1950s British Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Pair of Mid-20th Century Jade and Enamel Cufflinks
Located in London, GB
A pair of mid-20th century jade and enamel cufflinks, each link consisting a jade disk centrally set with a round brilliant-cut diamond on a white gold background with white enamel s...
Category
1960s Unknown Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Jade, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
An Art Deco Style Square Cluster Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco style diamond square cluster ring, the central old brilliant-cut diamond estimated to weigh 0.50 carats, claw-set to the centre of an openwork diamond-set square frame, w...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Full Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond full eternity ring, with round brilliant-cut diamonds in a channel setting, all in platinum, estimated total diamond weight 2.10 c...
Category
2010s British Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond cluster ring, the central round brilliant-cut diamond, weighing 0.50ct, claw set within a border of ten smaller round brilliant-cut diamonds,...
Category
2010s British Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Bownite and Enamel Fabergé Frame
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A jewelled gold-mounted bowenite and enamel frame, Fabergé, Michael Perchin, St. Petersburg, before 1899, the circular bowenite frame centred by translucent mauve bezel with applied ...
Category
1890s Russian Russian Empire Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Other, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Pair of vintage Diamond and Emerald Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of vintage diamond and emerald drop earrings, each set with a pear-shaped Colombian emerald weighing 7.26 carats for the pair, suspended from a pear-shaped diamond top weighin...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
A Victorian Pearl and Diamond Double Heart Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian pearl and diamond double heart brooch, each heart set with a natural saltwater oval button-shaped pearl to the centre of an old brillia...
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Early Victorian Amethyst Bracelet
Located in London, GB
An early Victorian amethyst and diamond bracelet, composed of three flowerhead each set with old cut diamond at the centre and round faceted amethys...
Category
1840s British Early Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Dainty Diamond Cross Chain Necklace
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Dainty Diamond Cross Chain Necklace in 14K Gold studded with round cut diamonds. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit.
April birthstone d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Pair of Late Victorian Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of late Victorian diamond drop earrings, the old-cut diamonds, weighing 3.14 and 3.23 carats, respectively H colour VS1 and H colour SI1, accompanied by De Beers Report , each eight claw-set to a platinum scroll collet, suspended from a knife-edge bar with brilliant-cut diamond surmount, estimated to weigh 0.15 carats each, millegrain rubover-set in platinum to a yellow gold mount with hook fitting, circa 1900, later hallmarked 18ct gold London. measuring approximately 2.8 x 0.9cm, gross weight 4.4 grams.
This pair of Victorian earrings is in very good condition for its age.
An exquisite pair of late Victorian earrings. These earrings each feature a lively diamond connected to a hook fitting. From the fitting is a platinum bar, suspending a scintillating old-cut diamond weighing over three carats. The two impressive diamonds catch the light beautifully: the old-cut diamonds have a wonderful antique allure...
Category
Early 1900s British Late Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Single Stone Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the Asscher-cut diamond weighing 0.87 carats of I colour SI1 clarity, AnchorCert certificate, four claw-set to a platinum mount with D-section shank and...
Category
2010s British Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring or Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A Victorian ruby and diamond cluster ring/bracelet, the oval faceted ruby weighing 0.92 carats, accompanied by GCS Report stati...
Category
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pair of White Gold, Onyx and Diamond Cufflinks, circa 1950
Located in London, GB
A pair of 1950s 14ct white gold, onyx and diamond cufflinks, the circular platinum engraved panels basket weave design with a diamond center, set in onyx to platinum back, the diamon...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Retro Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold
GIA Certified 3.04 Carat Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 3.04 carats, accompanied by GIA Certificate stating to be of H colour, SI1 clarity, ten claw-set to a platinum ...
Category
Early 2000s British Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Victorian Emerald, Pearl and Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
A magnificent mid-Victorian natural peal, emerald and diamond pendant, to the centre a natural pearl measuring approximately 7.7mm in diameter, surrounded by a lozenge-shaped frame set with four rectangular-cut emerald and eight old European-cut diamonds, with four outstretching diamond-set bow-like motifs, all within an outer oval border set with emerald-cut emeralds, and flanked with four smaller natural pearls each measuring approximately 4.9mm in diameter, suspending a detachable natural pearl drop with rose-cut diamond cap, the pearl measuring approximately 11.2 x 8.6mm, accompanied by certificate stating that all pearls are natural of saltwater origin, all surmounted by a diamond-set pendant loop, the diamonds estimated to weigh 1.5 carats in total, the emeralds estimated to weigh 1.5 carat in total, all mounted in yellow gold, with a fancy link chain, with original fitted case, circa 1850, the pendant measuring approximately 6 x 2.8cm, the chain measuring approximately 41 x 0.3cm, gross weight 28.6 grams
A gorgeous nineteenth century pendant from the collection of Bentley & Skinner, the London jewellers by appointment to both Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. This pendant captures the mid-Victorian style of Renaissance revival, incorporating elements of fifteenth century jewellery design. This piece features a frame of emeralds and diamonds with a beautiful natural pearl in the centre. Further pearls decorate the frame of emeralds and diamonds, and a pearl drop from the centre completes the pendant. This ornate and striking piece is suspended from a lovely Victorian snake chain...
Category
Mid-19th Century British High Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Lizard Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian demantoid garnet and diamond lizard brooch, the writhing lizard encrusted with old brilliant-cut diamonds, estimated to weigh a total...
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold, Silver
Art Deco Buddha Sureté Pin
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco Buddha sureté pin, set with a green pâte de verre Buddha, resting upon a diamond fleur-de-lis pedestal, with a platinum hallo-shape crown and a ...
Category
1920s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.51 Carat Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.51 carats of D colour and VVS1 clarity, GIA certificate, six-claw set to a white gold mount with square-sectio...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond three stone ring, the three graduating emerald-cut diamonds, weighing a total of 1.15 carats, rub over set to a platinum mount, with chenie...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.18 Carat IF D Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.18 carats of D colour and IF clarity, with GIA certificate , six-claw set to a platinum heart collet with D-se...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Certified 1.01 Carat Marquise-Cut Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the marquise brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.01 carats, accompanied by De Beers Report stating to be of G colour and VVS2 clarity, six claw-set to a pla...
Category
Early 2000s British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Belle Epoque Natural Pearl and Diamond Sautoir Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Belle Epoque natural pearl and diamond sautoir necklace, centred with an openwork plaque of geometric design, encrusted with swiss-cut diam...
Category
1910s Austrian Belle Époque Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Diamond Bee Brooch
Located in London, GB
A diamond bee brooch, in the form of a bumble bee in flight, the delicately veined wings, domed body and thorax and outstretched legs encrusted with...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
An early 20th Century ruby and diamond three stone ring, the central cabochon-cut ruby weighing 1.72 carats, accompanied by GCS Report stating to be of Burmese origin with no indication of heating, flanked by two old brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 1.28 carats in total, all claw set to a gold mount with tapering shoulders, marked 18ct, circa 1910, head measuring 0.7x1.6cm, gross weight 2.85 grams. Finger size O
This ring is in very good condition.
This elegant three stone ring comes from the collection of Bentley & Skinner, the London jewellers by appointment to both Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. It features a central pigeon’s blood red cabochon cut ruby flanked by two dazzling diamonds that complement the central stone wonderfully. The cabochon cut is one of the oldest stone cutting techniques, and cabochon cuts were popular in jewellery of the ancient world and the medieval and Tudor eras...
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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 rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
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