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What is the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diamonds?
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The difference between Type I and Type II diamonds is their composition. Type I diamonds contain nitrogen-based impurities, while Type II diamonds do not feature these types of impurities. You'll find a large collection of diamond gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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GIA Certified 7.20 Carat D color Flawless Type 2A Diamond Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Centered upon a 7.2 Carat D Flawless Heart Shape flanked by Pear Shape D Falwless Diamonds weighing 1.40 Carats.
Heart shape is GIA certified as Type IIA
Set in Platinum
Category
2010s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 14.00 Carat D Flawless Type 2 A Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum vault at Emilio Jewelry, Located On New York’s Iconic Fifth Avenue:
Showcasing a magnificent dream investment emerald cut diamond set in the center. The shape and pro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Diamond
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GIA Certified 20 Carat Type 2A FLAWLESS Clarity D Color Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 20 Carat Type 2A Diamond Ring, boasting FLAWLESS clarity and a pristine D color rating.
Category
2010s American Engagement Rings
Materials
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10.16 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring, GIA Certified Type 2a
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A wonderfully special diamond weighing an impressive 10.16 carats! This diamond has been certified by the GIA as natural and being a rare type 2a.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Materials
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Rare GIA Certified Type 2A I Flawless 6.00 Carat Natural Pink Oval Diamond Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 1.60 Carat Vivid Blue Pear Shape Golconda Diamond
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
It is also classified by Gia as a Type 2a Golconda diamond making it the ideal investment.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Blue Diamond
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