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What is the difference between a black diamond and a black sapphire?
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The difference between a black diamond and a black sapphire is that the two are different gemstones. A black diamond consists of carbon converted to a crystalline solid through changes driven by pressure and temperature. A black sapphire is a type of corundum, an aluminum oxide mineral. Generally, black diamonds are harder, rarer and more expensive than black sapphires. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of black diamond and sapphire jewelry.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
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Set in 18K Rose Gold, 7.90 carats, Morganite & Black Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Morganite Engagement Ring set in 18K Rose Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Morganite is 7.90 carats. The combined Diamonds weig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Engagement Rings
Materials
Black Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Black Diamond Moonstone Heart Pendant Necklace Black Enamel
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This symbolic necklace by J Dauphin features a heart-shaped moonstone framed by black diamonds, suspended from a 28-inch hand-enameled black chain crafted in gold-plated silver. The ...
Category
2010s Indian Victorian Chain Necklaces
Materials
Black Diamond, Moonstone, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Michael Kneebone Pearl Black Diamond Ebony "Bubbles" Dangle Earrings
Located in Austin, TX
White pearls are paired with black diamonds in these whimsical "Bubbles" dangle earrings. The foundation for these earrings is tear drop carved black ebony. Embedded into the wood ...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Black Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
Black Diamond White Diamond Star Ball Necklace Black Enamel
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond White Diamond Star Ball Chain Necklace Black Enamel
Material 14k Gold plate
Gems: White Diamond and Black Diamond
Enamel
Length: Long 28"
Designer: J DAUPHIN
Whit...
Category
2010s Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Victorian Style Snake Cuff Bracelet Opal Black Diamond
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian Style Snake Cuff Bracelet Opal Black Diamond
Designer: J Dauphin
Snake bracelet bangle in 14k gold plate, set with an opal on the head and black diamond eyes, designed in...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Bangles
Materials
Black Diamond, Opal, Brass, 14k Gold, Gold Plate
Rossella Ugolini 18k Yellow Gold 14.3 Carat Black Diamonds Lariat-Style Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini 18k Yellow Gold 14.3 Carat Black Diamonds Lariat-Style Beaded Necklace made in Italy. The entire lariat-style necklace is handcrafted with 134 black diamond beads ch...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Black Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
