Is an uncut diamond a real diamond?

Yes, an uncut diamond is a real diamond. However, it may not look much like the diamonds that you're accustomed to seeing set in jewelry. Uncut means that a diamond is in its raw form. Most jewelry features diamonds that have facets cut into their surfaces, and jewelry makers polish the stones to enhance their appearance. Shop a variety of diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.

Uncut Diamond

Sterling Silver Statement Rings

Polki Diamond Necklace

Silver Oxidized Gold

Uncut Sapphire

Uncut Ruby

Uncut Emerald Earrings

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Modern Bracelets

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

18k Gold and Uncut Diamonds Pendant Necklace Handcrafted with Enamel Work

$4,450

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Natural Uncut Diamond Necklace Crafted in 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold for Her

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Natural Uncut Diamond Necklace in 18K Gold studded with pear cut diamond.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklace Enhancers

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Uncut Diamond Band Ring for Her

$888Sale Price / item|20% Off

$2,640Sale Price / item|20% Off

$504Sale Price / item|20% Off

$960Sale Price / item|20% Off

Natural Uncut Diamond Bezel Set Station Bracelet, 1.68 Carat in 18K Yellow Gold

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

This station bracelet showcases 1.68 carats of natural uncut diamonds, set in 18K yellow gold. Each beautifully secured in bezel settings that highlight the organic beauty of every s...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Bracelets

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18" inches seven uncut diamonds shiny 925 sterling silver necklace

$780

18" inches seven uncut diamonds shiny 925 sterling silver necklace

Located in Delhi, DL

Metal- Silver Metal purity- sterling silver (92.5% pure silver) Diamond type- uncut flat polki diamonds Diamond origin- Natural real diamonds Diamond number- 7 Diamond weight- 3.50cts

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2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sterling Silver

20" inches Regal uncut diamonds oxidized 925 sterling silver necklace

$1,875

20" inches Regal uncut diamonds oxidized 925 sterling silver necklace

Located in Delhi, DL

Metal- Silver Metal purity- sterling silver (92.5% pure silver) Diamond type- uncut flat polki diamonds Diamond origin- Natural real/earth mined Diamond color- White with a tint of y...

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2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Enchanted by Mughal Elegance: Uncut Diamond Earrings

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Gold president bracelet with diamonds

Located in Berlin, BE

Bracelet in 18K yellow gold, designed as a "president bracelet" with a movable accent in the front. The bracelet is set with five diamonds, each approximately 0.12 ct. The diamonds a...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Aesthetic Movement Modern Bracelets

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chiodo Bracelet in solid 18 Kt Gold and Diamonds

$6,285 / item

Chiodo Bracelet in solid 18 Kt Gold and Diamonds

Located in Roma, RM

Classic model 18 kt gold bracelet, decorated with brilliant-cut diamonds. Beautiful bracelet inspired by the iconic Cartier nail. Completely handmade in full 18kt gold, and brillian...

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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Modern Bracelets

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond Cuff Platinum Bracelet with Over 100 Carat of Rose Cut Diamonds

$234,000

W 1.8 in L 7 in

Diamond Cuff Platinum Bracelet with Over 100 Carat of Rose Cut Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

This truly unique, vintage diamond bracelet was expertly crafted in platinum for these 263 mixed shaped rose cut diamonds that weigh 100.37cts in total. The diamonds are graded as H ...

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20th Century Art Nouveau Cuff Bracelets

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Diamond, Platinum

Brilliant Cut White Diamond Oxidized Patina Silver Cuff Bracelet, Todd Reed

$3,100Sale Price|31% Off

H 1.75 in W 2.5 in

Brilliant Cut White Diamond Oxidized Patina Silver Cuff Bracelet, Todd Reed

By Todd Reed

Located in Dallas, TX

Tapered Open Cuff Bracelet hand-fabricated by acclaimed, award-winning jewelry maker Todd Reed in his signature patina-finished sterling silver featuring ten shimmering bezel-set rou...

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2010s American Modern Cuff Bracelets

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Diamond, White Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver, Other

Modern Silver Diamond Patterned Clamper Cuff from Mexico

$225

W 1.5 in Dm 2.5 in

Modern Silver Diamond Patterned Clamper Cuff from Mexico

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Modern Silver Diamond Patterned Clamper Cuff from Mexico An attractive diamond pattern covers the surface of this modern clamper cuff from Mexico. The interior diameter is 2.5 inche...

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Late 20th Century Mexican Artisan Clamper Bracelets

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Silver

18 kt. White Gold Chimento Dangle Earrings With 2.6 ct. Diamond

$6,648

$2,950 / item

$1,558 / set

14k Gold & Diamond Earrings

Located in Great neck, NY

14K YG DIAMOND RECTANGLE EARRINGS -Diamond Weight: D0.35 This piece is perfect for everyday wear and makes the perfect Gift! We certify that this is an authentic piece of Fine jew...

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20th Century American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Gold and Diamond Bracelet T

$34,500

L 7 in

Gold and Diamond Bracelet T

Located in New York, NY

Impressive Gold and Diamond Bracelet This bangle bracelets has 290 diamonds (Color: G/H, Clarity: VS) weight approximately 22.65 carat all set in 18k yellow gold. Length 7 inches, ...

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Late 20th Century European Artist Link Bracelets

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Diamond, Gold

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Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Elephant Bangle Bracelet - The width of the bangle is 5.1mm. The inside diameter is 2.4 inches. The bracelet weighs 27 grams.

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1990s Unknown Contemporary Bangles

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Uncut Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate uncut diamond for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 463 vintage or 312 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect uncut 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. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic uncut diamond over the years, but those made by Meghna Jewels, Vishal Jewels and SCALA GIOIELLI are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for an uncut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for an uncut diamond, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Uncut Diamond?

On average, an uncut diamond at 1stDibs sells for $1,200, while they’re typically $144 on the low end and $750,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

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 rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.

Questions About Uncut Diamond

Is an uncut diamond a real diamond?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
Yes, an uncut diamond is a real diamond. However, it may not look much like the diamonds that you're accustomed to seeing set in jewelry. Uncut means that a diamond is in its raw form. Most jewelry features diamonds that have facets cut into their surfaces, and jewelry makers polish the stones to enhance their appearance. Shop a variety of diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.