Tennis Bracelet with Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Tennis Bracelet with Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamonds Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamonds VS/VVS clarity 0.50ct each sones 36 stones totaling 18.42CT 7in long
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.52ct Emerald Cut Fancy Red Brown SI1 Diamond GIA Certified Rare Fancy Red
Located in New York, NY
Own a rare fancy-color statement stone with unmistakable presence: a 0.52 carat cut-cornered rectangular step cut diamond graded Fancy Red-Brown with SI1 clarity.
Diamond
GIA Certified Fancy Light Yellow Oval Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 7.16 CTTW 18K
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A striking and elegant statement ring showcasing a GIA-certified 6.01-carat Fancy Light Yellow oval brilliant-cut diamond, graded VS2 clarity.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.20ct Round and marquise diamond engagement ring pendant in 18k white gold.
Located in London, GB
Unique designs with fancy cut diamonds, large diamond ring illusion set can be worn as a pendant.
Diamond, White Gold
Fancy Yellow 10.06 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Impressive and brilliant 10.06 cushion cut Fancy Yellow, VS2 center diamond. 1.41 carats of F color Vs clarity Emerald cut side diamonds all set in 18k gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
1.50ct Fancy Yellow Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Wedding Band
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite wedding band is finely crafted in 18k gold, featuring a stunning two-tone design. The band showcases fancy yellow round diamonds on the top, complemented by bright whi...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.50ct Fancy Yellow Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Wedding Band
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exceptionally beautiful yellow gold diamond wedding band is breathtaking! The diamonds are each hand selected for their exceptional combination of cut, color, and clarity and se...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.35ct Fancy Pink Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Eternity Band
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover our exquisite fancy pink diamond eternity band, a unique masterpiece crafted in 18k rose gold.
Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
3.27ct Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exceptionally beautiful fancy yellow radiant cut diamond ring is breathtaking!
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
$6,528Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Loose 1.40 Carat Fancy Brown VS2 Penis Cut Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION ID #: 56700 Stone Shape: Penis Cut Diamond Diamond Weight: 1.40 CT Clarity: VS2 Color: Fancy Brown Measurements 10.00 x 6.00 x 4.57 mm Our Price: $8160.00 Appraisa...
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond
8.72ct Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Dangle Earrings
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These rare and extraordinary fancy yellow cushion cut diamond earrings are destined to become a cherished family treasure.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Certified 39 Carats Light Blue Star Sapphire & Diamond Ring / Pendant. Two Use.
Located in Hong Kong, HK
There are 17 fancy cut diamonds totaling 0.28 Cts. The star sapphire is impressive in size at 39.28cts.
Diamond, White Diamond, Star Sapphire, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sap...
Tennis Bracelet with Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Tennis Bracelet with Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamonds Mounted in 18K Yellow Gold 45 Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamonds totaling 16.35ct 7" long
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.46ct Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The platinum band showcases a 2.66ct fancy yellow radiant cut diamond, certified by GIA.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Emerald Trillion 14K (18k upon request) Yellow Gold Diamond Chain Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Reveal your sophistication with the Emerald Trillion 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Chain Drop Earrings. Featuring 0.17ct of dazzling diamonds and 0.42ct of fancy-cut diamonds, these earrin...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond with Two Princess Cut Diamonds & Double Halo
Located in Houston, TX
This one of a kind engagement ring is set in an 18kt white gold band and features a 0.45ctw fancy yellow cushion cut diamond center stone of VS1-VS2 quality.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.57ct Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The stunning 0.97ct radiant cut center diamond, certified at Fancy Yellow-SI1, has a rich canary color and appears eye clean.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.11ct Fancy Black Oval Rose Cut Diamond Pendant
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Featuring rose-cut black diamonds encircled by halos of round-cut white diamonds, this pendant exudes brilliance and beauty.
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
AtelierX Fancy Vivid Pinkish Red Diamond 1.00ct Brilliant Cut Unique Gem
Located in Stockholm, SE
A brilliant-cut Pinkish Red Diamond represents one of the rarest and most desirable categories of natural gemstones in the world. Unlike colorless diamonds, whose value is largely de...
Diamond
Exquisite Baguette 14K (or 18k upon request) White Gold Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set in 14K gold, available in both yellow and white gold, these earrings feature 0.32CT of baguette diamonds and 0.15CT of natural fancy cut diamonds, creating a radiant and sophisti...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
14.30cttw Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Stud Earrings
By Rick Shatz
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional pair of radiant cut fancy yellow diamond stud earrings totaling 14.30 carats, featuring two perfectly matched GIA-certified diamonds weighing 7.20 and 7.10 carats.
Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
4.04cttw Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Stud Earrings
By Rick Shatz
Located in New York, NY
Radiant cut fancy yellow diamond stud earrings totaling 4.04 carats, featuring two GIA-certified diamonds weighing 2.01 and 2.03 carats.
Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Eternity Band with Fancy Yellow Asscher Cut Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Eternity wedding band in 18k Yellow Gold, Bezel set 15 stones natural fancy yellow Asscher cut diamonds Total Carat Weight :3.15ct 0.20ct each stone Size: 5.75
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.47ct Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This mesmerizing fancy yellow cushion cut diamond ring is awe-inspiring.
Diamond, Platinum
Square Cut Yellow Diamond & Fancy Diamond 18K Rose Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 16.5"/18" Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "70 Fancy Diamonds 0.29 CT 11 Yellow Diamonds 1.53 CT 18KR 8.30 GM (WDTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Jewel...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Eternity Band with Fancy Yellow Asscher Cut Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Eternity band with Fancy Yellow Asschers cut in 18K Yellow Gold 18 stones totaling: 7.74ct 0.43ct each Size:6
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.56 Carat Natural Fancy Heart & Round Cut Diamond Pave Bangle
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The combination of natural fancy heart-shaped yellow diamonds and round cut diamonds creates a stunning contrast that is sure to capture the eye.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.35ct Fancy Brown Asscher Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The centerpiece is a GIA-certified 3.80ct Asscher cut diamond, showcasing a captivating Fancy Brown Yellow hue with exceptional VVS2 clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
2.03ct Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Stud Earrings
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our radiant 2.03ct Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Stud Earrings, expertly crafted in luxurious 18k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.09ct Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This captivating 2.09ct fancy yellow diamond engagement ring is stunning!
Diamond, Platinum
Fancy Yellow Pear Step Cut VVS2 GIA Certified Diamond
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
A distinctive diamond with exceptional character, this 3.04 carat Fancy Yellow pear step cut diamond combines the elegant silhouette of a pear shape with the clean, hall-of-mirrors f...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond
Diamond Hoop Earrings with Fancy Yellow Asscher Cuts
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with our extraordinary Fancy Yellow Asscher-cut hoops earrings, crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold.
Diamond
1.57ct Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The striking 0.92ct cushion cut center diamond, GIA Certified at Fancy Yellow VS2, radiates a vibrant canary yellow hue with near-flawless clarity.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1.50 Carat Fancy Light Brown-Pink Pear Cut Diamond
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
Natural pink diamonds are among the rarest diamonds found in nature, and this 1.50 carat Fancy Light Brown-Pink pear cut diamond is an exceptional example.
Diamond, Pink Diamond
5.28ct Fancy Intense Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
At its center sits a 5.28-carat slightly elongated radiant-cut Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond, GIA certified and graded VVS1 for its exceptional clarity.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
3ct Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
At its center is a GIA-certified cushion-cut Fancy Yellow diamond with VVS1 clarity, showcasing exceptional brilliance and a vibrant golden hue.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
4.70ct Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Eternity Band
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This captivating 4.70ct fancy yellow diamond eternity band is absolutely rare and one of a kind.
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tennis Bracelet with Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut and White Emerald cut Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Tennis Bracelet with Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut and White Emerald cut Diamonds Bracelet with alternating white emerald cuts and fancy yellow radiant cut diamonds In Platinum & 18K...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2.15 Carat Fancy Diamond Cut Diamond Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.15 Carat Fancy Diamond Cut Diamond Rose Gold Engagement Ring Stunning Scintillating and Unique!
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.04Ct and 1.03Ct Radiant Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond Earrings
By The Diamond Source
Located in San Diego, CA
These earrings feature a perfectly matched set of 2 Radiant Cut Natural Fancy Yellow Diamonds. The yellow hue of these diamonds leans closer to Fancy Intense and the clarity is extre...
Yellow Diamond
6.92ct Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The centerpiece is a stunning 6.17 carat Fancy Yellow Cushion-cut diamond, certified by GIA, with VS1 clarity, excellent polish, and symmetry.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA 6 ct Fancy Vivid Yellow Radiant Diamond VS2 Loose or Set in Solitaire Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Singularly rare: this GIA‑certified natural 6.06 carat Fancy Vivid Yellow (FVY) radiant cut diamond is a timeless diamond with pure brilliance and vivid presence.
Diamond, White Gold
Eternity Band with Fancy Yellow Asschers Cut Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Eternity Band with Fancy Yellow Asschers Cut Diamonds in 18K Yellow Gold 16 stones totaling 9.60ct 0.60ct each Size:6
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
5ct Fancy Intense Yellow Marquise Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking ring featuring a 5.0 carat marquise-cut diamond of a vivid yellow hue. The ring is accented by additional diamonds, enhancing the central stone's brilliance. Crafted in ...
Diamond, Platinum
Wendy Brandes Fancy-Cut 2.54 Carat Black Diamond Skull Earrings
By Wendy Brandes
Located in New York, NY
18K yellow gold, satin finish. Fancy-cut black diamonds, totaling 2.54 carats. White diamonds, totaling 6 points.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.28ct Fancy Dark Brown Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 18k yellow gold band showcases a mesmerizing 1.13ct round brilliant cut center diamond, EGL certified at Fancy Dark Brown SI2.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Emerald Cut Ring, 3.4ct Zambian Emerald, 18K White Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
PRODUCT DETAILS - =============== ➡️GEMSTONE DETAILS : ❋ Gemstone : Emerald ❋ Gemstone Weight : 3.4 cts ❋ Gemstone Size : 9.32 X 4.38 mm ❋ Gemstone Shape : Emerald cut ❋ Gemst...
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 0.13ct Fancy Deep Pink Cut Cornered Square Natural Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION ID #: NYC58600 Stone Shape: Cut-Cornered Square Diamond Weight: 0.16ctw Fancy Color: Fancy Deep Pink Cut: Modified Brilliant Measurements: 2.91 x 2.84 x 1.80 mm Sym...
Pink Diamond
GIA Certified 1.25ct Fancy Brown Pink Diamond, Round Cut, Asia, 2024
Located in บางรัก, TH
Certificate: GIA Report Number: 6222675193 Shape And Cut: Round Carat Weight: 1.25carat Measurements: 6.60 - 6.64 x 4.42mm Color Grade: Fancy brown Pink This fancy brown pink diamo...
Diamond
$1,320Sale Price|20% Off
18K & White Diamond and Fancy cut Amethyst Earrings
Located in Aspen, CO
Fine White Diamond and Rose Cut natural Amethyst and 18K WG Earrings. These fine new contemporary earrings possess prong set lavender color amethyst that have a faceted table. This ...
Amethyst, White Diamond, 18k Gold
1.41 Carat Fancy Light Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully proportioned natural Fancy Light Yellow radiant cut diamond weighing 1.41 carats, set in an elegant two-tone 18k white and yellow gold mounting.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.56ct Fancy Vivid Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The cushion cut center diamond, EGL certified at Fancy Vivid Yellow-VS2, is set in a modern micro pavé design.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2.70ct Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Halo Stud Earrings
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This design features 2.32ct of two radiant cut center diamonds certified at Fancy Yellow-VVS2.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
11.45ct Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Eternity Band
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking 18k yellow gold eternity band is remarkable with 11.45 carats of radiant cut canary diamonds. The vibrant yellow stones are set in a luxurious gold setting, offering ex...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Eternity Band with Fancy Yellow Asscher Cut Diamonds 7.73ct
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Eternity Band with Fancy Yellow Asscher Cut Diamonds In 18K Yellow Gold, encrusted with pave on the side, totaling 0.16ct 17 stones 0.45ct each Fancy Yellow Assher Cut Diamonds tota...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.30ct Fancy Intense Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Featuring a stunning 0.70ct radiant cut center diamond, GIA certified at Fancy Intense Yellow SI2, it boasts a rich hue and exceptional clarity.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Mid Century Fancy Hamilton Platinum & Round Cut Diamond Watch Bracelet
By Hamilton
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- 113 Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Transitional & Single Cut - Bezel & Pave Set - F/G Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 3.25ctw (approx.) 2 Natural Genuine Diamonds -...
Diamond, Platinum
Natural 3.45 Ct Heart-Cut Fancy Deep Yellow Diamond Pendant, 18K Gold
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Natural Fancy Deep Yellow Diamond Pendant, 18K White & Yellow Gold - Heart shape, 3.91 Ct. TW. - Total carat weight 3.91 ct - main stone heart shape fancy deep yellow diamond ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
1.69ct Fancy Intense Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The dazzling rose gold setting features a stunning 1.04ct radiant cut diamond. This center stone is EGL certified Fancy Intense Yellow-VS1, rich in color and eye clean.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural 3.45 Ct Fancy Deep Yellow Heart-Cut Diamond Pendant 18K Gold
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Natural Fancy Deep Yellow Diamond Pendant, 18K White & Yellow Gold - Heart shape, 3.91 Ct. TW. - Total carat weight 3.91 ct - main stone heart shape fancy deep yellow diamond 3.45 ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
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.
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.
