Natural Burmese Mogok Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Shanghai, CN
, confirming its prestigious origin and exceptional quality. Sourced from the legendary Mogok mining area—the
Natural Burmese Mogok Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Shanghai, CN
, confirming its prestigious origin and exceptional quality. Sourced from the legendary Mogok mining area—the
Antique AGL certified Burmese (Mogok) Unheated Ruby & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique, Unique AGL certified Burmese (Mogok) Natural Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring Untreated
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Total 1.96Ct Unheated Burma (Mogok) Blue Sapphire Earring with Natural diamonds
Located in Singapore, SG
- Mogok (Burma) Weight of natural diamonds (28pcs) - 0.15Ct (approx) Metal-18k White Gold Weight of 18k
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
MOGOK Burma GRS Switzerland 4.57 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Cocktail Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
origin. The side diamonds sum 1 carat of round brilliant cut diamonds and the ring has been handmade in
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
SSEF CERT PIGEON RED 2.50Ct Unheated Clean Burma Mogok Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Warren, NJ
One of a kind! Rare! This exquisite ring features an unheated Burma Mogok Red Ruby as its stunning
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
New SSEF Cert 5.641 CT Unheated Burma Mogok Clean Pigeon Red Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Warren, NJ
One of a kind! Rare! This exquisite ring features an unheated Burma Mogok Pigeon Red Ruby as its
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
NEW SSEF* 4.542CT Pigeon Red Unheated Burma Mogok Ruby Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Warren, NJ
Brilliant 4.542 CT. Ruby Ring in Platinum. The Ruby IS DIRECTLY FROM MOGOK, Myanmar (Burma). Certain
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Gubelin Certified 5.62 Carat Mogok Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ruby and diamond ring from Rewa. The center stone is a 5.62 carat ruby. The stone has
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
SSEF Certified 4.24 Carat Burma Mogok No Heat Ruby Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ruby and diamond ring from Rewa. The center stone is a 4.24 carat ruby. The stone has
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 18 Carat No Heat Mogok Burma Oval Cut Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
centerpiece – an 18.16-carat Burmese Sapphire, originating from the prestigious Mogok Pain Pyit region. This
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vivid Royal Blue Sapphire Burma Mogok No Heat Perfectly Clean in Diamond Ring
Located in Warren, NJ
Tiffany's. 1.28 ct. No Heat Burma Mogok VIVID Royal Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring AGL Cert. Clean
Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GRS Certificate 5.01 Ct Natural unheated Mogok Burma Ruby Red color with Ring
Located in bangkok, TH
E040 GRS Certificate 5.01 Ct Natural unheated Mogok Burma Ruby Red color with Ring platinum Gold
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vivid Pigeon Blood Red Perfectly Clean 1.21 ct Unheated Burma Mogok Ruby Ring
Located in Warren, NJ
Rare! One of a Kind! This exquisite ring features a 1.21 CT unheated Burma Mogok Pigeon Blood
Diamond, Ruby
$120,000Sale Price|20% Off
3.63-carat Natural Burma Mogok No Heat Vivid Red GRS Cushion Ruby Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
the 3.63-carat Natural Burma Mogok No Heat Vivid Red GRS Cushion Ruby Ring, a true testament to
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ring with Oval 1.40 Carat Untreated Mogok Ruby 3-Stone Halo Ring
By Bonebakker
Located in Amsterdam, NL
the provenance of the best rubies worldwide. Two round brilliant diamonds are set on both sides of
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.80 Carat Burma No Heat Pink Sapphire Diamond Platinum Earrings
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
and diamond earrings are an extraordinary confluence of rarity, craftsmanship, and high-jewellery
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
AGL Certified 3.03 Carat Burmese Ruby, Diamond and Blue Sapphire Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
natural, unheated, 'Purplish-Red', and from the mine 'Mogok'. The total diamond weight is 1.12 carats
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gubelin Certified 2.51 Carat Burma No Heat Blue Sapphire White Diamond Earrings
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
and diamond earrings are an extraordinary confluence of rarity, craftsmanship, and investment-grade
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.47 Carat Burma No Heat Red Spinel White Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
2.47 carat natural red spinel from Mogok, Burma—renowned for producing the world’s most coveted spinels
White Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 1.91 Carat Burma No Heat Red Spinel White Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
1.91 carat natural red spinel from Mogok, Burma—renowned for producing the world’s most coveted spinels
White Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 1.03 Carat Burma No Heat Blue and Pink Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
GIA Certified 1.03 Carat Burma No-Heat Blue & Pink Sapphire with White Diamond Gold Ring This
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
0.845Ct Burma unheated Ruby and Natural diamond 2 ways stud earring
Located in Singapore, SG
summer outings or enhanced with a double halo of natural diamonds for a special occasion or dinner date
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 1.20 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby White Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
GIA Certified 1.20 Carat Burma No-Heat Ruby & Diamond Gold Earrings These exquisite earrings
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
7.70 Carat Burma No Heat Spinel Cabochon Ruby White Diamond 18K Gold Earrings
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
Presenting a pair of exceptional 7.7 carat Burma no heat spinel cabochon, ruby, and diamond
White Diamond, Ruby, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold
No Heat Burma Ruby Necklace with natural diamonds and akoya pearls
Located in Singapore, SG
- None (No Heated, No Treated, No Enhanced) Origin - Mogok (Burma, Myanmar) Natural diamonds- 0.18Ct Side
Ruby, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.07ct Vibrant Vivid Red Spinel Ring with Natural Diamonds in 18k solid gold
Located in Singapore, SG
(No Heated, No Treated, Not Enhanced) Origin - Mogok (Burma, Myanmar) Natural diamonds (72pcs
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold
Total 2.39Ct Unheated Burma Ruby and Natural diamond Hoop and Drop Earring
Located in Singapore, SG
Inclusions) Color- Red Treatment - None (No Heated, No Treated, Not Enhanced) Origin - Mogok (Burma) Weight
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930s Art Deco 3.88 Carat Mogok Burma Ruby Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
A French Art Deco ruby and diamond ring, the central oval faceted ruby weighing 3.88 carats
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18 Karat Yellow Gold Certified Burmese Spinel Tsavorites Snake Cocktail Ring
By Volund
Located in Vancouver, CA
Designer cocktail ring in 18K yellow gold with a certified blood red spinel from Burma/Mogok
Diamond, Spinel, Tsavorite, Yellow Gold
Cushla Whiting 0.89 Carat Muzo Emerald, Diamond & 18 Karat Gold Engagement Ring
By Cushla Whiting
Located in Melbourne, AU
"The emerald mines of Muzo, Colombia, are legendary, like Golconda for diamonds or Mogok
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
0.52Ct Burma Mogok Ruby and natural diamonds pendant
Located in Singapore, SG
Heated, No Treated, Not Enhanced) Origin - Mogok (Burma, Myanmar) Natural diamonds 12pcs- 0.2Ct Metal
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
Gubelin Certified 16.8 Carat Burma Mogok No Heat Ruby Diamond Platinum Bracelet
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
A Masterpiece of Geological Rarity: The 16.8 ct Burma Mogok Ruby & Diamond Bracelet Embodying the
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Gubelin Certified 2.22 Carat Burma Mogok No Heat Ruby White Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
carat oval-cut vivid Burmese no heat vivid red ruby originating from the Mogok mining region, a gem that
Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
SSEF Certified 2.59 Carat Burma Mogok No Heat Ruby White Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
oval-cut vivid Burmese no heat vivid red ruby originating from the Mogok mining region, a gem that
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
GRS Pigeon Blood 2.44 Carat Burma Mogok Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
'. The ruby is from the 'Mogok' mine in Burma. The total diamond weight is 0.87 carat and the total rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
GRS Certified Natural Pigeon's Blood Red Ruby 'Burma/Myanmar, Mogok' 2.5ct Ring
Located in London, GB
with Bruma (Mogok, Myanmar) origin 24 x Round brilliant-cut diamonds, total weight 2.40 carats
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 3.82 Carat Burma No Heat Pink Sapphire Diamond Platinum Earrings
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
and diamond earrings are an extraordinary confluence of rarity, craftsmanship, and investment-grade
White Diamond, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
GRS Certified 2.30 Carat Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pinkish-Red', and from the mine 'Mogok'. The total diamond weight is
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 2.44 Carat Burmese Ruby, Diamond and Blue Sapphire Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
, unheated, 'Pigeon-Blood', and from the mine 'Mogok'. The total diamond weight is 0.89 carats, total blue
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 6.46 Carat No Heat Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
from ‘Mogok’. The total diamond weight is 1.34 carat. The total ring weight is 8.04 grams.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.5Ct Burmese Unheated Ruby and Natural Diamond ring in 18k solid gold
Located in Singapore, SG
(Unheated, Untreated, No enhanced) Origin - Burma (Mogok) Natural Diamond 18k solid gold Ring size
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
0.65Ct Burmese No Heat Ruby Pendant with natural diamond in 18K gold
Located in Singapore, SG
) Origin - Mogok (Burma, Myanmar) Natural diamond 1pcs - 0.011Ct Metal - 18k Yellow gold Weight of 18k
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA certified 2.26Ct Red Spinel Ring with Natural Diamonds in 18k solid gold
Located in Singapore, SG
solid gold and accented with high-quality natural diamonds that truly highlight the beauty of the spinel
Diamond, Spinel, White Gold
NGI Certified 1.17Ct Burma Unheated Ruby and Natural Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Singapore, SG
, Enhancements) Origin: Mogok, Burma (Myanmar) Natural Diamonds: Quantity: 26pcs Total Carat Weight: 0.55Ct
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
Burma Unheated Vivid Red Ruby and Natural Diamonds Ring in 18K Yellow gold
Located in Singapore, SG
Treated, Not Enhanced) Origin - Mogok (Burma, Myanmar) Natural Diamonds (22pcs)-0.35Ct Metal-18k Yellow
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unheated blue and pink sapphire Toi et Moi ring
Located in Singapore, SG
sapphire, sourced from the renowned Mogok region, famous for producing some of the world's finest gemstones
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Certified 2.12Cts Unheated Burmese Ruby Earring
Located in Singapore, SG
Mogok region, surrounded by natural diamonds for a touch of luxury. Burma Rubies, sourced from the
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unheated Pastel Blue Sapphire Halo 3Ways versatile stud earring
Located in Singapore, SG
- Mogok (Burma, Myanmar) Natural Diamonds 40pcs - 0.16Ct Metal - 18k solid gold Closure - Push Type
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Art Deco 0.6Ct Orangy Red Spinel Cluster Ring in 14K Gold, Burma
Located in Singapore, SG
- 4.8x4.7mm Stone clarity- VS Unheated, Untreated,No enhancement From Mogok,Burma 24pcs of natural diamond
Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold
Burma Unheated Ruby Cluster Drop Earring in 18k white Gold
Located in Singapore, SG
, No Treated, Not Enhanced) Origin - Mogok (Burma) Weight of natural diamonds (50) pcs- 0.68Ct (approx
Ruby, 18k Gold
Natural Burmese Mogok untreated Ruby 3.8 cts & Diamond ring in Platinum Vintage
Located in London, GB
Natural untreated Ruby 3.8 cts & Diamond ring set in platinum. The ring set with cushion cut
White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Kat Florence Pink Mogok Spinel D Flawless Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Designer Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
yellow gold band estate ring features a prong-set, oval shaped, classic step cut pink Mogok spinel
Spinel, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bright Red Spinel Ring with Natural Diamonds in 18k solid gold
Located in Singapore, SG
- None (No Heated, No Treated, Not Enhanced) Origin - Mogok (Burma, Myanmar) Natural diamonds (10pcs
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.36 Carat GIA Certified Unheated Burmese "Mogok" Ruby and White Diamond Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
3.36 Carat GIA Certified Unheated Burmese "Mogok" Ruby and White Diamond Ring: A rare jewel, it
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
3.58 Carat GRS Certified Unheated Burmese "Mogok" Ruby and White Diamond Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
3.58 Carat GRS Certified Unheated Burmese "Mogok" Ruby and White Diamond Ring: A gorgeous and rare
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
7.97 Carat GRS Certified Burma "Mogok" No Heat Ruby Cabochon and Diamond Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
7.97 Carat GRS Certified Burma "Mogok" No Heat Ruby Cabochon and Diamond Ring: A beautiful ring
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
8.33 Carat GRS Certified Burma Mogok No Heat Star Ruby White Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
8.33 Carat GRS Certified Burma Mogok No Heat Star Ruby White Diamond Gold Ring: A stunning ring
White Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
10.27 Carat Gubelin Certified Burma No Heat Star Ruby and White Diamond Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
10.27 Carat Gubelin Certified Burma No Heat Star Ruby and White Diamond Ring: A rare piece of
White Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,120Sale Price|20% Off
L 18 in
Rare Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Rose Gold Diamond Grey Mop Vintage Alhambra Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless elegance of the Vintage Alhambra Pendant by Van Cleef & Arpels, a stunning piece that effortlessly combines luxury and artistry. Crafted from 18k rose gold, t...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Sapphire Diamond Choker 18k Gold Necklace & Bracelets
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire & Diamond Link Choker Necklace / Convertible Bracelets 18K Yellow Gold – Signed – With Appraisal An exquisite and rare Van Cleef & Arpels choker necklace,...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Victorian 20K Yellow Gold 7.99 Carat Old European Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Victorian Estate Composition: 20K Yellow Gold Primary Stone: One Old European Cut Diamond Carat Weight: 3.39 Carats Color/Clarity: Q to R / VVS2 GIA Report Number: 6233854...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
An exquisite three-stone ring set with beautiful square cut emeralds which total 30pts. Surrounding the bright emeralds there is a halo of diamonds. The diamonds total 48pts and the ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian Siberian Amethyst Etruscan Revival Necklace Antique 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN A STUNNING ANTIQUE SIBERIAN AMETHYST VICTORIAN ETRUSCAN REVIVAL 14 KARAT GOLD PENDANT NECKLACE WITH THREE PEAR SHAPE SIBERIAN AMETHYST DROPS, A PEARL AND EXQUISITE BEADED ...
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermès Birkin So Black 35 Noir Boxcalf
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Birkin So Black 35 in boxcalf leather with black hardware. The bag is unworn and comes as full set with the original receipt. Stamp (2011)
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
L 15 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Grey motif Diamond Pendant in 18k Rose Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless elegance of the Vintage Alhambra Pendant by Van Cleef & Arpels, a stunning piece that effortlessly combines luxury and artistry. Crafted from 18k rose gol...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Ruby & Diamond Band Ring, Hallmarked Birmingham 1890
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gypsy Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Hallmarked Birmingham 1890 Step back in time with this exquisite 18ct yellow gold Victorian gypsy ring, a true embodiment of timeless eleg...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$27,600Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb Cocktail Ring In 18kt Platinum And 40.44 Cts Star Sapphire & Diamonds
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail ring Designed by David Webb (1925-1975). An outstanding cocktail ring, created in New York city at the jewelry atelier of David Webb, back in the 1975. This ring has been d...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Gold, 18...
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Carnelian Clip Back Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
Faithful to the very first Alhambra jewel created in 1968, the Vintage Alhambra creations by Van Cleef & Arpels are distinguished by their unique, timeless elegance. Inspired by ...
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Rose Pourpre Bag Chevre Leather Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier bag featured in rich Rose Pourpre. Chevre leather accentuated with Palladium hardware. Comes with signature Hermes box, shoulder st...
$45,000
W 2.25 in L 6.75 in
Bulgari 3.40 CTW Diamond 18 Two-Tone Gold Vintage Celtica Tubogas Cuff Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a deeply grooved tubogas style cuff with arching segments Middle segments are topped with white gold and pavéd with diamonds Round brilliant cut and weighing approximatel...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, 1920s Art Deco Diamond Bombe Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Bombe Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1920s There are rubbed foreign hallmarks on the outside of the band. Introducing a stunning 18ct gold and platinum Ar...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
$11,200Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Platinum Pavé Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace This st
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Platinum Pavé Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace This stunning necklace is part of the iconic Elsa Peretti collection for Tiffany & Co. The piece features a p...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$160,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 3.91 Ct. Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Three-Stone Diamond Engagement Ring – 3.91ct Total Weight This exquisite Tiffany & Co. engagement ring showcases a spectacular 3.41-carat Natural Round Brilli...
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian 18K Gold Elongated Cluster Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This spectacular Old Mine Cut diamond ring presents a wide band of encrusted diamond sparkle comprised of Old Mine Cut and Single Cut diamonds that are bead set to appear as a myriad...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
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.
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