14K Rose Gold Engagement Ring with 1.34 Carat Round Diamond Size 7 FDOY-VVS2 GIA
Located in New York, NY
RING SIZE - 7 With Fancy Diamond
20th Century Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Rose Gold Engagement Ring with 1.34 Carat Round Diamond Size 7 FDOY-VVS2 GIA
Located in New York, NY
RING SIZE - 7 With Fancy Diamond
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$129,100
X Oliviar
Located in Stockholm, SE
X OLIVIAR Olive Leaf Inspired Fancy Diamond Necklace Embrace timeless elegance with our exquisite Olive Leaf Inspired Fancy Diamond Necklace.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
BALLERINA RING 1960s Platinum GIA 2.46 Ct Fancy Brown-Yellow Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Masterfully crafted in solid platinum during the 1960s, the ring showcases a spectacular, high-dome "ballerina" swirl motif. The central fancy diamond is surrounded by an architectur...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Platinum
Puppy Dog Fancy Pave Diamond Ruby 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.09x1.81x2.98cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "103 Fancy Diamonds 1.70 CT 2 Ruby 0.06 CT 18KR 8.25 GM (WNTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Tri-Colour Gold Fancy Yellow, Natural Pink & White Diamond Bracelet
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An exquisite 18k tri-colour gold fancy diamond bracelet. The bracelet is set with a pleasing mix of white, fancy intense yellow and natural pink diamonds.
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White ...
Fancy Natural Diamond Adjustable Bolo Bracelet in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
This adjustable bolo bracelet features a center oval fancy color natural diamond and two radiant cut yellow diamonds, all surrounded by round, pear, and baguette natural diamonds set...
Brown Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Go...
$5,041 / item
0.91ct Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Featuring a captivating combination of fancy diamonds (0.91 CT) and natural diamonds (0.02 CT), these earrings offer an exquisite sparkle that complements any look.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.54ctw Natural Diamond 18K White Gold Chandelier Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These exquisite earrings are crafted in 18K white gold, showcasing the brilliance of natural diamonds. With 2.16ct of diamonds and 3.38ct of fancy diamonds, they offer an elegant and...
18k Gold, White Gold
9.12ctw Natural Diamond 14K White Gold Chandelier Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Featuring 7.96ct of full-cut diamonds and 1.16ct of stunning fancy diamonds, these earrings create a dazzling wave of brilliance.
18k Gold, White Gold
Amour 14K (or 18k upon request) White Gold Heart Center Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 14K white gold, these hoops exude the timeless allure of natural diamonds. Featuring 0.58 carat of diamonds and 1.05 carats of fancy diamonds, they offer a perfect balance...
14k Gold, White Gold
1.94 Total Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Three Stone Ladies Engagement Ring GIA
By SEAWAVEDIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
1.94 Total Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Three Stone Ladies Engagement Ring.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
5.06 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring C.Dunaigre Certified.
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
The details are as follows : Blue sapphire weight : 5.06 carat Diamond weight : 2 carat Fancy diamond weight : 1.24 carat Metal : 18k white gold Ring size : 6 1/2
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
Certified 0.79 ct fancy deep brown slightly orange diamond, platinum ring
Located in PARIS, FR
Fancy brown diamond ring. Fancy brown diamond ring: a solitaire diamond fancy cognac ring in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
$3,348 / item
0.37ct Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Heart Huggie Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Eternal Heart 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Huggie Earrings feature exquisite natural fancy diamonds set in luxurious 14K yellow gold.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Pink Enamel Open 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 14K yellow gold, this ring features a stunning open design adorned with 0.07 carats of diamonds, 0.25 carats of octagonal fancy diamonds, pink enamel, and turquoise.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
$2,100Sale Price|40% Off
3, 500 Rare 14KT Gold Glittering Double Circle Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Necklace contains approx 2CTS of Beautiful Fancy Diamonds!!! Stones are Very Clean and Extremely Fine on a 16 inch chain, Stamped 14KT Italy!!!
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
18K White Gold Cufflinks with Rare Fancy Color Diamonds and White Diamond Halo
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Encircling each fancy diamond is a luminous halo of white diamonds, creating a sophisticated contrast that enhances the vivid hues of the center stones.
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Aquamarine Diamond Gold Bracelet
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant aquamarine bracelet in 14kt white and yellow gold with 5 lines of white gold and diamonds every 5 aquamarine stone. The clasp is made of yellow gold covered in diamonds and t...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
4.67ct Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Fancy Diamond Eternity Ring is a timeless masterpiece, crafted in luxurious 18K white gold.
18k Gold, White Gold
Gold Diamond Ruby Pearl Pendant/Brooch
Located in Napoli, Campania
Pendant/Brooch in 14kt yellow and white gold composed of a central pearl surrounded by a crown of rubies with a base of diamonds and fancy diamonds. gold 9.00gr diamonds 0.75kt rubie...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
HRD Certified Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring 0.41ct VS Natural Color Made in Germany
Located in Viena, Viena
Colored diamonds (fancy diamonds) are particularly rare gemstones.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fancy colored diamond ring 18KT white gold eternity color diamond ring blue
Located in Boca Raton, FL
One of a kind diamond ring made with natural fancy diamonds, an array of colors in one eternity ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pearls, Diamonds, Platinum Dangle Earrings.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing snake earrings in platinum structure mounted with a pearl and diamonds for all the body. As eyes, two fancy diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
$4,990 / item
0.41ct Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These exquisite drop earrings are crafted from 14K yellow gold and feature a stunning combination of natural diamonds and fancy diamonds. The elegant tear-drop design is enhanced by ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sleek Shine 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite piece showcases a dazzling combination of natural diamonds (1.01CT), fancy diamonds (0.45CT), and a vibrant emerald (1.69CT).
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Half Emerald 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Half Emerald 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Tennis Bracelet is crafted with 14K yellow gold and features fancy diamonds, adding a touch of luxury and elegance.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$28,379 / item
Luxe Lattice 18K White Gold Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The bracelet showcases a combination of fancy diamonds and traditional diamonds, with a total weight of 3.62CT.
18k Gold, White Gold
3.61 Total Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Ladies Engagement Ring GIA
By SEAWAVEDIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified. Platinum three stone fancy diamond engagement ring crafted with an amazing fancy yellow center diamond.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.46 Carat Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified 2.46 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum. Spectacular 1.46 carat center Fancy Yellow Diamond Even color distribution & Natural.
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Double Row Pear Cut 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The vibrant hues and exquisite sparkle of the fancy diamonds make this ring a true masterpiece.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Midnight Sapphire 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Earrings Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Metal : 14k, 18K (Upon Request) Metal Color : Yellow Gold Stone : BLUE SAPPHIRE,FANCY DIAMONDS RUBY,FANCY DIAMONDS EMERALD,FANCY D...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Faye Kim Contemporary Platinum Diamond Line Earrings, 1.73ct, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim Platinum Diamond Line Earrings. Beautifully handcrafted diamond line earrings showcase a variety of fancy diamond shapes for interest with her signature granulation bead hin...
Diamond, Platinum
$560Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Wave Ring 14k Gold Ocean Tide Current Band Wave Surfer Ring Ocean Lover.
Located in Chicago, IL
Fancy Diamond Color White Metal Yellow Gold Secondary Stone Diamond Diamond Weight 0.03 Cts Approx Base Metal Yellow Gold, 14k 14k Gold Weight 1.2 Grams Approx Total Carat Weight 0.2...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
1.14 Carat Diamond and 7.38 Carat Pink Sapphire Pendant in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
The centre stone weighs 0.70 carat fancy diamond. The total diamond weighs 1.14 carat and small pink sapphire weighs 7.38 caret.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Flower Garden Collection, 18k Earring with Rubies & Pink Sapphires & Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
FLOWER GARDEN COLLECTION, Earring with Rubies & Pink Sapphires Amazing work with small details on pedals 10 Round Diamonds - 0.03 CT 58 Round Fancy Diamonds - 0.46 CT 154 Roun...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
15 Carat Colombian Minor Oil Emerald & Diamond Dangle Earrings in 18K White Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
In the middle of the earring are 2 princess cut diamonds, totaling 0.55 CTTW. Finally at the base of the earring are meticulously cut fancy diamonds weighing 0.38 CTTW & 0.37 CTTW.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,371 / item
0.22ct Diamond Open Heart 14K Yellow Gold Wrap Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 14K yellow gold, this ring features a captivating open wrap design, adorned with 0.22 carats of FCD diamonds and 0.16 carats of fancy diamonds. The combination of sparklin...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$41,062 / item
Ornate Elegance 18K White Gold Diamond Drops Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These exquisite earrings are crafted in 18K white gold, showcasing the brilliance of natural diamonds. With 2.16ct of diamonds and 3.38ct of fancy diamonds, they offer an elegant and...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Striking Grey, Yellow and Brown Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
This classic yet modern eternity ring features differently coloured fancy diamonds in rich, earthy tones, making it a unique piece full of warmth and love.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Golden Gleam 14K (or 18k upon request) Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It features a stunning combination of fancy diamonds and diamonds, with a total weight of 2.74 carats for the diamonds and 0.19 carats for the fancy diamonds.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
10.80ct Baguette Cut Diamond Lariat Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 18K White Gold, this exquisite piece features 70 Fancy Diamonds totaling an impressive 10.80 carats.
18k Gold, White Gold
0.31ct Full-Cut Diamond Modern Cascade 14K Gold Lariat Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 14K yellow and white gold, it features a stunning combination of fancy diamonds, pink sapphires, marquise-cut emeralds, and full-cut diamonds.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
0.23ct Diamond & Red Enamel 14K Yellow Gold Open Wrap Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 14K yellow gold, this ring features an open wrap design adorned with 0.23 carats of fancy diamonds and accented with vibrant red enamel.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$417Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Heart Ring 14k Solid Gold Fancy Wedding Birthday Ring Minimalist Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Heart Ring 14k Solid Gold Fancy Wedding Birthday Ring Minimalist Ring Additional information: Base Metal: Yellow Gold, 14k Main Stone: Diamond Main Stone Shape: Round Main S...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
$197,500Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $395, 000 Magnificent 44CT GAL Certified Winston Style Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Important Gorgeous 18KT White Gold Winston Style Glistening GIA CERTIFIED Fancy Diamond Elaborate Strand Necklace!!!! This Necklace is Ou...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Blazing Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Drops Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Showcasing 0.16CT of natural diamonds and 0.96CT of fancy diamonds, these earrings exude a captivating charm and elegance, perfect for elevating any look.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Coral Flowers, Diamonds, 14K Rose Gold Clip-on Earrings
Located in Napoli, Campania
Beautiful 14 kt rose gold earrings, (length cm 2,2 width 2.2 cm), with white coral central 4.00 g, enriched with fancy diamonds of 0.33 ct. Total weight g 12.70 Diamonds ct 0.33 Whi...
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Emerald 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Diamond Accent Huggie Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Emerald 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Accent Huggie Earrings combine the timeless allure of emeralds and fancy diamonds, set in luxurious 14K yellow gold with a rose gold accent.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Botanic Charm 14K (or 18k upon request) Gold Diamond Emerald Leaf Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It features 0.96ct of diamonds, 0.35ct of fancy diamonds, and 1.30ct of emeralds.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Floral Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Pave Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant bangle boasts 0.70 carats of diamonds, with an additional 0.59 carats of fancy diamonds, creating a mesmerizing and radiant display.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lunar Charm 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It features a stunning combination of natural fancy diamonds and pink sapphires, with a total of 0.68 ct of fancy diamonds.
14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Heart Diamond Detailing 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Domed Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Heart Diamond Detailing 14K Yellow Gold Domed Ring is a luxurious piece made from 14K yellow gold, featuring a combination of natural diamonds and fancy diamonds.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Delicate Solitaire 14K (or 18k upon request) Rose Gold Pear Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted from 14K yellow and white gold, this exquisite piece features natural diamonds and fancy diamonds totaling 0.11 carats and 0.37 carats, respectively.
Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
$3,332 / item
0.37ct Ruby & Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Dome Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Diamond Shine Ruby 14K Yellow Gold Dome Ring is a stunning piece made from 14K yellow gold, showcasing a perfect blend of natural ruby and fancy diamonds.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$4,675Sale Price|44% Off
NWT $8, 500 18KT Gold Glittering Black Diamond Cognac White Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Diamond Earrings. Earrings Contains over 2CTS of Beaut...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified, 0.52ct Fancy Brownish Pink Natural Color Diamond White Gold ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This exquisite natural diamond engagement ring showcases a captivating fancy brownish pink diamond as its centerpiece.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
J. Birnbach GIA 5.03 Carat Fancy Yellow VVS2 Radiant Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
Harness the power of the sun with our J. Birnbach 5.03 carat Fancy Yellow VVS2 Radiant Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Emerald Diamond Jewel 14K (or 18k upon request)Yellow Gold Cluster Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These earrings showcase natural diamonds (0.45CT) and fancy diamonds (0.38CT), beautifully complemented by stunning emeralds (2.20CT).
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Teardrop Pave 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Huggie Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These earrings exude charm and elegance, with 0.55ct of diamonds and 0.34ct of fancy diamonds that sparkle brilliantly.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$5,850Sale Price|35% Off
NWT $9, 000 Rare Important 5 Row 18KT Gold Diamond Ring Band
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare 18KT Gold Rare Fancy Diamond Ring Band. Beautifully comprised of Finely Set Glittering Diamonds!!
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow 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.