18K Geometric Gold Fancy Yellow Diamond & White Emerald Cut Diamond Bracelet
Located in Great Neck, NY
Metal: 18K White Gold Diamonds: 18.0 Carats Fancy Yellow & White Diamonds Origin: New York Style: Statement / Luxury
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White G...
$4,000Sale Price|20% Off
1.81ctt Fancy Brownish Yellow Diamond Floral Ring 18k
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Approximately Fancy Brownish Yellow color diamonds SI clarity.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
$12,500Sale Price|36% Off
NWT $19, 539 18KT Fancy Glittering Yellow Diamond White Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering are these Extremely Rare Beautiful 18KT Gold Fine Fancy Cut Yellow and White Diamond Dangle Earrings comprised of approx. 7CTS Carats of Fine Fancy...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Diana m Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring 16.30cts
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Very Rare 16.30 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow VS2 Oval Diamonds, set with 5 Carats of diamonds Certified by GIA Looks like 25 Carats.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
"ADA Jewelry" East-West Pear Shape Natural Diamond Tennis Necklace in 14K Gold
By ADA Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Details Name: East-West Pear Shape Diamond Tennis Necklace Creator: ADA Jewelry Metal: 14K White Gold Stones: Natural Diamonds Diamond Shape: Pear Shape Total Carat Weight: Approxim...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Fancy Yellow Diamonds Cluster Dangle White Gold Earrings
Located in London, GB
Each earring is set with 4 square cushion yellow diamonds. These are clustered with round brilliant cut fancy yellow diamonds and finally with a final surrounding of white diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2ct Fancy Brown diamond ring 14KT gold diamond engagement ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
2ct natural fancy brown diamond ring in 14KT yellow gold with small diamonds on the size, the ring is made with hand work and extensive draftsmanship.
Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
0.69 carat Fancy Brown Diamond Yellow Gold 18K Diamond Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
0.69 carat Fancy Brown Diamond Yellow Gold 18K Diamond Ring.
Brown Diamond, Yellow Gold
0.71 carat Fancy Brown Diamond Yellow Gold 18K Diamond Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
0.71 carat Fancy Brown Diamond Yellow Gold 18K Diamond Ring.
Brown Diamond, Yellow Gold
0.63 carat Fancy Brown Diamond Yellow Gold 18K Diamond Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
0.63 carat Fancy Brown Diamond Yellow Gold 18K Diamond Ring.
Brown Diamond, Yellow Gold
$4,640Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, 6.11 carats, Zambian Emerald & Yellow Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
✦ Gemstone: Natural Diamonds ✦ Gemstone Cut: Fancy ✦ Diamond Weight: 0.77 ct
Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Natural Fancy Intense 3.06Ct. Chartreuse Radiant Diamond
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Rare, natural fancy intense green-yellow radiant-cut diamond mounted with kite-cut white diamond side stones.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Emilio Jewelry 17.85 Carat Fancy Color Diamond Bracelet
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the vault at Emilio Jewelry located on New York's iconic 5th Avenue, Gorgeous natural fancy colored diamonds hand picked and made into a masterpiece bracelet Diamond Weight: 17....
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold
$6,250Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $12, 500 18KT Gold Fancy Large Fancy Heart Pink Sapphire Diamond Agate Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring contains approx 12.50CTS of Beautiful Black Agate, Fancy Heart Shaped Pink Sapphires and Diamonds!!!
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
Verdant Flame - Designer Fancy Color Diamond with Rosecut Diamonds set in Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
At its center lies an extraordinary 1.06‑carat Fancy Deep Green‑Yellow Diamond (VVS1, GIA 1378061544) — a gem so rare that only a fraction of a percent of mined diamonds ever display...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Cabochon Sapphire and Fancy Yellow Diamond Halo Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
It is framed by a vibrant, multi-layered halo featuring a stunning combination of fancy yellow round diamonds and crisp white marquise-cut diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow...
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
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
3.95 Carat Natural Black Diamond and Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in Denver, CO
A natural black pear-shaped diamond measuring 3.95 carats centers this exquisite ring, surrounded by a halo of 67 round natural fancy yellow diamonds totaling 0.46 carats.
Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Twisted Fancy Yellow Diamond Band Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Count: 46 brilliant cut fancy yellow Total Diamond Carat Weight: ~0.25 carats Diamond Clarity: VS Ring Size: 6.5 (resizable)...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Gia Certified Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond 8.00 Carat Ring.
Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Vintage fancy yellow diamonds bracelet 18ct white gold
Located in Milano, MI
Vintage diamond bracelet in 18ct white gold set with white and fancy yellow diamonds for circa 8ct total.
Yellow Diamond, White Gold
28.40 Carat Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Mesh Bracelet
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite bracelet includes an array of beautifully matched fancy vivid yellow diamonds totaling 28.40 carats.
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Fancy Yellow Pear Shape Diamond Pendant
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
A timeless classic ! Beautiful Fancy Yellow Pear Shape Diamond Pendant with 2 rows of white diamond halo around to highlight the beauty of the stone, totaling 0.5ct of full brilliant...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$232,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 7 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Amazing ring with 7 carat diamond. Setting in solid 18k yellow gold. Designer: Antinori Material: 18k Yellow Gold Shape: Cushion Weight: 7ct Color: Fancy yellow Grading report from ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
57.64 Carat Fancy Coloured Diamonds and White Diamond Chandelier Gold Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
57.64 Carat Fancy Coloured Diamonds and White Diamond Chandelier Gold Three-Way Detachable Earrings: An incredibly rare collection of white and fancy coloured diamonds, it features ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gol...
Fancy yellow diamond earrings 18KT gold cocktail earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cocktail earrings with fancy yellow diamonds and white diamonds, more than 4 carats of stunning VS diamonds in 18KT gold, handmade earrings with stunning craftsmanship!
Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
17.96ctw. Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond & GIA Oval Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in San Francisco, CA
21 Oval Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond and 21 Oval Diamond with GIA certified in D-F color and VVS-VS1 clarity set in this 18K Yellow Gold & Platinum Tennis Bracelet.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
IGI Certified Rosecut 2.68ct Fancy Color Diamond and White Diamond ring
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A truly eye-catching piece, perfect for making a statement on an elegant evening out. Rosecut Fancy Color Diamond-2.23 ct Round Brilliant Cut White Diamond-0.45 ct Made in 18K Gold ...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified Fancy Red Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Among them, red is especially rare as the “blood diamonds” that are as strong as blood. The only grade of red colored diamonds is fancy red, and there is no division of fancy intense...
Pink Diamond
Old Mine Brilliant Fancy Yellow Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum ring centering an Old Mine Cut diamond 5.22 carats Fancy Yellow and Slightly Imperfect accompanied by GIA report #14566761 flanked by 2 colorless triangle diamonds 1.20 carats
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond
GIA Certified Cushion Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring with White Diamonds
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This exquisite ring showcases a GIA-certified cushion natural fancy yellow diamond at its center, surrounded by round brilliant-cut yellow diamonds and pear-cut natural white diamond...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
0.17 Carat Natural Fancy Light Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 3.890 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamond Shape: Cushion Carat: 0.17 ct Colour: Fa...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified Fancy Intense Yellow Orange Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Amazing engagement solitaire ring. The center diamond a 1.25 carat Intense Orange Yellow round brilliant weighing held only on to sides revealing it beauty from all sides. It comes w...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21ct GIA Certified Natural Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An extraordinary natural fancy intense yellow diamond necklace centered by a GIA-certified pear-shaped diamond of Fancy Intense Yellow color and SI2 clarity.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 0.11 Carat Fancy Deep Pink Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
Certificate: GIA Report Number: 1188868968 Shape And Cut: Marquise Carat Weight: 0.11 carat Measurements: 4.25 x 2.54 x 1.66 mm Color Grade: Fancy Deep Pink FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND...
Diamond
$10,400Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.56 Ct Fancy Light Yellow Cushion Diamond Ring
Located in Roma, IT
This elegant engagement ring features a magnificent 1.56 Ct Natural Fancy Light Yellow diamond, graded VVS2 and accompanied by GIA Report No. 2225665750.
Yellow Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
18K Two Tone Fancy Shaped Yellow & White Diamond Ring
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K yellow & white gold ring with fancy shape yellow and white diamonds weighing 3.61 carats total.
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Scarselli 5 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
From SCARSELLI, this 5-carat Fancy Yellow Diamond GIA certified (see certificate picture for detailed stone information).
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Fancy Color Diamond Gold Flower Bypass Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
The 18k white gold flower bypass ring features a GIA 1.93-carat fancy dark greenish-gray round brilliant-cut diamond and a GIA 1.70-carat fancy brown-pink round brilliant-cut diamond.
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 6.05 Carat fancy yellow Round Diamond Stud Earrings
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The diamonds are graded fancy yellow colour, offering a bright and lively sparkle.
Yellow Diamond, Diamond
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
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
$36,000Sale Price|20% Off
1.12 Fancy Pink diamond GIA certified Beautiful sparkle!
Located in Boca Raton, FL
GIA certified diamond, natural fancy pink color 1.12 carats! Natural Color Diamond: Color: Fancy Brown Pink Cut: Rectangular Brilliant Carat: 1.12ct Clarity: VS1 Certificate of au...
Pink Diamond
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
Heart-Shaped Fancy Vivid Yellow and White Diamond Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
A timeless symbol of love and unity, this elegant toi et moi ring—French for "you and me"—pairs two perfectly matched heart shaped diamonds, each weighing 1.80 carats. One is a dazzl...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified Fancy Pink Diamond Earrings
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Hand made in the Emilio Jewelry Atelier, our brand is known for creating the finest Fancy colored diamond jewelry and the leader in important Fancy yellow,pink,green and blue diamond...
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Rare Colors - Fancy Yellow Diamond Halo Stud Earrings
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
These 1.39-carat Fancy Yellow diamond stud earrings are a dazzling example of timeless elegance with a modern twist.
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Necklace 18K yellow gold Natural Fancy color Diamond
Located in Geneva, CH
Necklace 18K yellow gold Natural Fancy colors Diamond Rose cut Si1. Total 2.00 carat.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified Fancy Blue Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring a very special center diamond Gia Certified as Natural 4.00 Ca...
Blue Diamond
GIA 3.09 Carat Oval Fancy Deep Yellow Diamond
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
A very rare diamond in color and beauty, GIA Certified 3.09 carat Oval Fancy Deep Yellow diamond with No Fluorescence, a rare and valuable diamond, set on a Platinum 950 and 18k Yell...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified Fancy Yellow, Pink and White Diamond Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Details: ✔ Stone: Fancy Yellow Diamond ✔ Diamond Carat: 1.01 Carat ✔ Diamond Color: Fancy Yellow ✔ Diamond Clarity: VS2 ✔ Stone Cut: Round-Brilliant ✔ Certificate: GIA (Gemological ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Ro...
$2,366Sale Price / item|20% Off
Fancy Blue Sapphire Diamond White Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K Diamond 32-RND-0,09-H/VS2A Sapphire 38-0,47ct Sapphire 2-0,71ct Sapphire 1-0,3ct Size 16.5 Weight 2.68 gram With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry tra...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
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
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified Fancy Red Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Our speciality is in the spectrum of Natural Fancy Colored Diamonds, Precious Stones, And Important Diamonds.
Pink Diamond
$4,151Sale Price|40% Off
NWT $6, 919 18KT Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Green Emerald and Diamond Onyx Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring Contains approx 2.50CTS of Beautiful Fancy Emerald Cut Emeralds, Diamonds and Onyx!!!
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Natural Fancy Colored Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A statement piece to say the least! This ring has 78 Natural Yellow Diamonds that weigh 0.43 Carats and 76 Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.37 Carats. It is curated in 14 Karat Y...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chromatic Trinity - 18K Gold Pendant Necklace with Fancy Color Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Helpful Details for the Buyer Fancy Color Diamonds: 3 Fancy Color Diamonds — 1.52Cts Pink, Yellow, and Blue Rare hues with joyful brilliance White Diamonds: Round Brilliant Diamonds...
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry 2.00 Carat Fancy Intense Pink Diamond
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Our speciality is in the spectrum of Natural Fancy Colored Diamonds, Precious Stones, And Important Diamonds.
Pink Diamond
Fancy intense yellow diamond three stone ring, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
Fancy intense yellow diamond three stone ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old mine natural fancy intense yellow diamond, VS2 clarity, with a weight of 1.46 carats in an open ...
Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
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.
