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Pink Diamond Double Row Bracelet - Rare Colors
Pink Diamond Double Row Bracelet - Rare Colors

Pink Diamond Double Row Bracelet - Rare Colors

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

Colors, you can experience the elegance of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can

Category

2010s Unknown Tennis Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold

Pink Diamond Flower Ring
Pink Diamond Flower Ring

Pink Diamond Flower Ring

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

can experience the elegance of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be

Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pink Diamond, Platinum

Natural Pink Pear Diamond Pear Shape Halo Earrings
Natural Pink Pear Diamond Pear Shape Halo Earrings

Natural Pink Pear Diamond Pear Shape Halo Earrings

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

can experience the elegance of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be

Category

2010s Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold

Rare Colors - Two-Stone Yellow and White Diamond Bezel Set Bangle
Rare Colors - Two-Stone Yellow and White Diamond Bezel Set Bangle

Rare Colors - Two-Stone Yellow and White Diamond Bezel Set Bangle

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be viewed in our NYC showroom as

Category

2010s Cuff Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond

Fancy Intense Yellow Cushion Diamond Tennis Bracelet - Rare Colors
Fancy Intense Yellow Cushion Diamond Tennis Bracelet - Rare Colors

Fancy Intense Yellow Cushion Diamond Tennis Bracelet - Rare Colors

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

elegance of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be viewed in our NYC showroom as

Category

2010s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

2 Carat GIA Certified Fancy Deep Brown-Pink VS2 Pear Shape Diamond
2 Carat GIA Certified Fancy Deep Brown-Pink VS2 Pear Shape Diamond

2 Carat GIA Certified Fancy Deep Brown-Pink VS2 Pear Shape Diamond

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be viewed in our NYC showroom as well as our

Category

2010s Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pink Diamond, Diamond

Natural Pink Diamond Pear Shape Bracelet - Rare Colors
Natural Pink Diamond Pear Shape Bracelet - Rare Colors

Natural Pink Diamond Pear Shape Bracelet - Rare Colors

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

can experience the elegance of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be

Category

2010s American Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold

Rare Colors - Fancy Yellow Oval Diamond Eternity Band
Rare Colors - Fancy Yellow Oval Diamond Eternity Band

Rare Colors - Fancy Yellow Oval Diamond Eternity Band

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

elegance of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be viewed in our NYC showroom as

Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Rare Colors - 3.48ct VVS1 Fancy Yellow Elongated Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring
Rare Colors - 3.48ct VVS1 Fancy Yellow Elongated Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring

Rare Colors - 3.48ct VVS1 Fancy Yellow Elongated Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

the elegance of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be viewed in our NYC

Category

2010s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

2.5 Carat Natural Fancy Color Diamond And Enamel Blue Mamba Designer 18K Ring
2.5 Carat Natural Fancy Color Diamond And Enamel Blue Mamba Designer 18K Ring

2.5 Carat Natural Fancy Color Diamond And Enamel Blue Mamba Designer 18K Ring

By Malpani Jewels

Located in Hung Hom, HK

and Blue enamel is set in 18K gold. Colored diamonds are known in the jewelry trade as “fancy

Category

2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

5.44ct Fancy Yellow Cushion Diamond Three Stone Ring
5.44ct Fancy Yellow Cushion Diamond Three Stone Ring

5.44ct Fancy Yellow Cushion Diamond Three Stone Ring

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

colored diamonds in person. This piece can be viewed in our NYC showroom as well as our multiple retail

Category

2010s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

2.27ct Yellow Heart Shape Diamond Bezel Set Necklace
2.27ct Yellow Heart Shape Diamond Bezel Set Necklace

2.27ct Yellow Heart Shape Diamond Bezel Set Necklace

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be viewed in our NYC showroom as

Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chameleon Diamond Ring, 1.73 Carats
Chameleon Diamond Ring, 1.73 Carats

Chameleon Diamond Ring, 1.73 Carats

Located in New Orleans, LA

by two GIA-certified very light pink diamonds totaling 1.10 carats. The three dazzling colored

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rare Colors - Alternating Yellow Pear Shape Diamond Half Eternity Ring
Rare Colors - Alternating Yellow Pear Shape Diamond Half Eternity Ring

Rare Colors - Alternating Yellow Pear Shape Diamond Half Eternity Ring

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

diamonds. With decades of expertise in fancy colored diamond trading, Rare Colors was founded to bring you

Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Rare Colors - Pink and White Diamond Heart Necklace
Rare Colors - Pink and White Diamond Heart Necklace

Rare Colors - Pink and White Diamond Heart Necklace

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be viewed in our NYC showroom as well

Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold

Rare Colors - 2 Carat Pink Diamond Cushion Cut Pendant
Rare Colors - 2 Carat Pink Diamond Cushion Cut Pendant

Rare Colors - 2 Carat Pink Diamond Cushion Cut Pendant

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be viewed in our NYC showroom as well as in most

Category

2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pink Diamond, 18k Gold

Rare Colors - 5 Carat Pink Diamond Bracelet
Rare Colors - 5 Carat Pink Diamond Bracelet

Rare Colors - 5 Carat Pink Diamond Bracelet

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be viewed in our NYC showroom as

Category

2010s Modern Bracelets

Materials

Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Diamond Heart Shape Huggie Earrings - Rare Colors
Yellow Diamond Heart Shape Huggie Earrings - Rare Colors

Yellow Diamond Heart Shape Huggie Earrings - Rare Colors

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

diamonds. With decades of expertise in fancy colored diamond trading, Rare Colors was founded to bring you

Category

2010s Hoop Earrings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Rare Colors - Trio Yellow Diamond Bezel Cuff Bracelet
Rare Colors - Trio Yellow Diamond Bezel Cuff Bracelet

Rare Colors - Trio Yellow Diamond Bezel Cuff Bracelet

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

experience the elegance of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be viewed in our

Category

2010s Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Rare Colors - Heart-Shaped Yellow Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Rare Colors - Heart-Shaped Yellow Diamond Bangle Bracelet

Rare Colors - Heart-Shaped Yellow Diamond Bangle Bracelet

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

the elegance of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be viewed in our NYC

Category

2010s Bangles

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Rare Colors Heart Shape Yellow Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Rare Colors Heart Shape Yellow Diamond Bangle Bracelet

Rare Colors Heart Shape Yellow Diamond Bangle Bracelet

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

the elegance of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be viewed in our NYC

Category

2010s Bangles

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Pink Elongated Radiant Diamond Studs
Pink Elongated Radiant Diamond Studs

Pink Elongated Radiant Diamond Studs

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

colored diamonds in person. This piece can be viewed in our NYC showroom as well as our multiple retail

Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Pink Diamond, 18k Gold

3ct Fancy Intense Yellow Oval Diamond Three Stone Ring
3ct Fancy Intense Yellow Oval Diamond Three Stone Ring

3ct Fancy Intense Yellow Oval Diamond Three Stone Ring

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

the elegance of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be viewed in our NYC

Category

2010s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

13 Carat Champagne Diamond Cocktail Ring
13 Carat Champagne Diamond Cocktail Ring

13 Carat Champagne Diamond Cocktail Ring

Located in New York, NY

13 carat Champagne Diamond Cocktail Ring Center colored diamond approx 13 carat Approx 4 ct

Category

1990s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond

Rare Colors - 1 Carat Light Pink Cushion Diamond Cocktail Ring
Rare Colors - 1 Carat Light Pink Cushion Diamond Cocktail Ring

Rare Colors - 1 Carat Light Pink Cushion Diamond Cocktail Ring

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

the elegance of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be viewed in our NYC

Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold

Rare Colors - 5.85ct GIA Light Yellow Oval and Rose Cut Diamond Earrings
Rare Colors - 5.85ct GIA Light Yellow Oval and Rose Cut Diamond Earrings

Rare Colors - 5.85ct GIA Light Yellow Oval and Rose Cut Diamond Earrings

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

At Rare Colors, you can experience the elegance of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person

Category

2010s Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

3.52 Carat Green Diamond Chameleon Radiant Studs
3.52 Carat Green Diamond Chameleon Radiant Studs

3.52 Carat Green Diamond Chameleon Radiant Studs

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

brilliance while showcasing one of the rarest curiosities in the world of colored diamonds. Handcrafted in

Category

2010s American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

5 Carat Light  Yellow Diamond Oval Ring - Rare Colors
5 Carat Light  Yellow Diamond Oval Ring - Rare Colors

5 Carat Light Yellow Diamond Oval Ring - Rare Colors

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

setting. At Rare Colors, you can experience the elegance of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in

Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

2 Carat  Pear Shape Yellow Diamond Halo Ring - Rare Colors
2 Carat  Pear Shape Yellow Diamond Halo Ring - Rare Colors

2 Carat Pear Shape Yellow Diamond Halo Ring - Rare Colors

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

Certified diamond. At Rare Colors, you can experience the elegance of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds

Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rare Colors - Intense Yellow Diamond Mixed Shape Half Eternity Band
Rare Colors - Intense Yellow Diamond Mixed Shape Half Eternity Band

Rare Colors - Intense Yellow Diamond Mixed Shape Half Eternity Band

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

, you can experience the elegance of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be

Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

6.00 Carat Natural Fancy Color Yellow Orange Brown Pink Diamond Brooch and Pearl
6.00 Carat Natural Fancy Color Yellow Orange Brown Pink Diamond Brooch and Pearl

6.00 Carat Natural Fancy Color Yellow Orange Brown Pink Diamond Brooch and Pearl

Located in New York, NY

From the Avis Diamond Collections: 6.00ct. Natural Fancy colored diamonds / Pearls brooch pin

Category

2010s American Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, 14k G...

Rare Colors - Fancy Intense Yellow Oval Diamond Ring
Rare Colors - Fancy Intense Yellow Oval Diamond Ring

Rare Colors - Fancy Intense Yellow Oval Diamond Ring

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

Colors, you can experience the elegance of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can

Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Fancy Deep Blue Diamond Ring, 1.50 Carats
Fancy Deep Blue Diamond Ring, 1.50 Carats

Fancy Deep Blue Diamond Ring, 1.50 Carats

Located in New Orleans, LA

. Fancy colored diamonds are extremely rare natural specimens, and the different colors are the result of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Rare Colors - Fancy Yellow Radiant Half Eternity Diamond Band
Rare Colors - Fancy Yellow Radiant Half Eternity Diamond Band

Rare Colors - Fancy Yellow Radiant Half Eternity Diamond Band

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be viewed in our NYC showroom as well

Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

2.29cttw Round Brown Diamond Three-Stone Bezel Engagement Ring
2.29cttw Round Brown Diamond Three-Stone Bezel Engagement Ring

2.29cttw Round Brown Diamond Three-Stone Bezel Engagement Ring

By Bracken Jewelers

Located in Santa Monica, CA

natural diamonds. At center is a 1.79 carat coffee-colored diamond and on each side of it is a champagne

Category

2010s American Artisan Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, 22k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Diamond Bezel Station Necklace
Yellow Diamond Bezel Station Necklace

Yellow Diamond Bezel Station Necklace

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

can experience the elegance of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be

Category

2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring, 20.28 Carat
Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring, 20.28 Carat

Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring, 20.28 Carat

Located in New Orleans, LA

naked eye - a rare achievement for a stone of this size. Colored diamonds are among the scarcest of all

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 16.00 Carat Pinkish Diamond Ring
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 16.00 Carat Pinkish Diamond Ring

Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 16.00 Carat Pinkish Diamond Ring

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

Fifth Avenue. With our special expertise in natural fancy colored diamonds, we managed to give this

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Pink Diamond

Pirate Skull Diamond Onyx Gold Cufflinks
Pirate Skull Diamond Onyx Gold Cufflinks

Pirate Skull Diamond Onyx Gold Cufflinks

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A pair of fun pirate cufflinks with 3 carats of fancy colored diamonds and black onyx eyes set in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Gold

Yellow Diamond Pear Drop Earrings
Yellow Diamond Pear Drop Earrings

Yellow Diamond Pear Drop Earrings

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

can experience the elegance of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be

Category

2010s American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

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

The Meelie Flower Diamond Pendant - Rare Colors
The Meelie Flower Diamond Pendant - Rare Colors

The Meelie Flower Diamond Pendant - Rare Colors

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

Rare Colors, you can experience the elegance of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This

Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold

GIA Certified Two-Stone Fancy Pink and Yellow-Green Diamond Bypass Ring
GIA Certified Two-Stone Fancy Pink and Yellow-Green Diamond Bypass Ring

GIA Certified Two-Stone Fancy Pink and Yellow-Green Diamond Bypass Ring

Located in New York, NY

This elegant bypass ring features a refined pairing of two natural colored diamonds set side by

Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum

Rare Colors - Multicolor Diamond Flower Drop Earrings
Rare Colors - Multicolor Diamond Flower Drop Earrings

Rare Colors - Multicolor Diamond Flower Drop Earrings

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

colored diamonds in person. This piece can be viewed in our NYC showroom as well as our multiple retail

Category

2010s Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold

2.70ct Green Diamond Heart Shape Diamond Ring - Rare Colors
2.70ct Green Diamond Heart Shape Diamond Ring - Rare Colors

2.70ct Green Diamond Heart Shape Diamond Ring - Rare Colors

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be viewed in our NYC showroom as by our retail

Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum

14k White Gold Blue Diamonds Set with White Diamonds Around the Center Diamonds
14k White Gold Blue Diamonds Set with White Diamonds Around the Center Diamonds

14k White Gold Blue Diamonds Set with White Diamonds Around the Center Diamonds

By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

14k white gold colored diamonds set with white diamonds around the center diamonds, containing 3

Category

2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Round Diamond Pendant Necklace
Round Diamond Pendant Necklace

Round Diamond Pendant Necklace

Located in Darnestown, MD

Round pendant necklace with approximately 1 carat of champagne colored diamonds. The pendant is 5/8

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

5.83ct Green Cushion Diamond in Pink Diamond Halo Pendant - Rare Colors
5.83ct Green Cushion Diamond in Pink Diamond Halo Pendant - Rare Colors

5.83ct Green Cushion Diamond in Pink Diamond Halo Pendant - Rare Colors

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be viewed in our NYC showroom as

Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Rose Gold

X Eldingardr Earrings with yellow diamond and white diamond
X Eldingardr Earrings with yellow diamond and white diamond

X Eldingardr Earrings with yellow diamond and white diamond

Located in Stockholm, SE

heirloom. Exceptional Rarity: Natural colored diamonds are inherently scarce, with approximately only one

Category

2010s Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

14k White Gold Blue Diamonds Set with White Diamonds Around the Center Diamonds
14k White Gold Blue Diamonds Set with White Diamonds Around the Center Diamonds

14k White Gold Blue Diamonds Set with White Diamonds Around the Center Diamonds

By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

14k white gold colored diamonds set with white diamonds around the center diamonds, containing 3

Category

2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Fancy Yellow Diamond Tennis Necklace
Fancy Yellow Diamond Tennis Necklace

Fancy Yellow Diamond Tennis Necklace

By Rare Colors

Located in New York, NY

, you can experience the elegance of our exquisite fancy colored diamonds in person. This piece can be

Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

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Colored Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the colored diamond you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and white gold. You can easily find a 1682 antique edition and 5127 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect colored diamond may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic colored diamond over the years, but those made by Emilio!, Pradera Irama and Rare Colors are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A colored diamond can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 5471, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and cushion cut alternatives. When shopping for a colored diamond, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Colored Diamond?

The price for a colored diamond starts at $0 and tops out at $6,500,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $4,662.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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.  

Questions About Colored Diamond
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Tiffany & Co. exclusively accepts D color diamonds, E color diamonds, F color diamonds, G color diamonds, H color diamonds and I color diamonds. At the legendary luxury house, which has long been an important arbiter of style in the design of diamond engagement rings, the only engagement ring diamonds accepted are in the “colorless” and “near colorless” range on the diamond color scale. Shop a collection of Tiffany & Co. diamond jewelry from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
  • Champagne diamonds typically are brown diamonds with a yellowish tint to them. This color combination gives it that "champagne-like" color to them. This can range from a light-brownish yellow color, to a dark brown color.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The rarest color of diamond is red. Red diamonds can only be found in mines in Africa, Australia, and Brazil. The rarity of these diamonds also make them the most expensive types of diamonds on the market.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    D is the highest color grade diamond that can be bought. They are completely colorless to the naked eye and extremely rare (their price reflects that). These diamonds are usually mounted in platinum or white gold. Diamonds in this category are best mounted in platinum or white gold. Shop a wide range of diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A champagne diamond is naturally brown and has a strong golden or yellow tint. They come in a variety of colors, ranging from light brown to darker champagne-like shades. Shop a range of champagne diamond rings, necklaces and bracelets on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    Yes, color matters in diamond studs, as it impacts their value and price. To rate color, the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) uses a scale ranging alphabetically from D to Z. A D-grade diamond is completely colorless and is very rare. Most studs featuring diamonds with ratings will have at least a faint yellow tint. Find a variety of diamond stud earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The colors that diamonds come in naturally include grey, white, blue, green, pink, brown and black. Pure diamonds are completely colorless as other diamonds’ color comes from impurities. Find an extraordinary collection of antique, new and vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    The best color available for diamond stud earrings is D. Only the finest colorless diamonds receive this rating. E and F diamonds are also highly ranked. People rarely view stud earrings up close when you're wearing them, so G, H, I and J-rated diamonds are also likely to appear colorless once set. Explore a large selection of diamond stud earrings on 1stDibs.