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Most Exquisite and Rarest Sofa De Sede Ever Produced, Model "New York"
By De Sede
Located in Munich, DE
my opinion this sofa must have been the most expensive De Sede every produced. Very heavy.
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Hand-coloured set of Buffon’s Histoire naturelle in its most luxurious form
By Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon
Located in ZWIJNDRECHT, NL
). The present set, in the works rarest and most expensive form, is exquisite. The subscription notices
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Books

Materials

Paint, Paper

Hot Dog Sofa by Plyus Design
By PLYUS Furniture
Located in Geneve, CH
memory. PLYUS Furniture are items that only become more expensive over the years.
Category

2010s Emirian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Hot Dog Sofa by Plyus Design
Hot Dog Sofa by Plyus Design
H 28.75 in W 94.49 in D 43.31 in
Tabacco Croissant Sofa by Plyus Design
By PLYUS Furniture
Located in Geneve, CH
journey, one memory. PLYUS Furniture are items that only become more expensive over the years.
Category

2010s Emirian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Tabacco Croissant Sofa by Plyus Design
Tabacco Croissant Sofa by Plyus Design
H 31.5 in W 94.49 in D 47.25 in
Cayenne Croissant Sofa by Plyus Design
By PLYUS Furniture
Located in Geneve, CH
journey, one memory. PLYUS Furniture are items that only become more expensive over the years.
Category

2010s Emirian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Cayenne Croissant Sofa by Plyus Design
Cayenne Croissant Sofa by Plyus Design
H 31.5 in W 94.49 in D 47.25 in
2 Karges French Empire Regency Klismos Dining Arm Chairs Provincial
By Karges Furniture
Located in Dayton, OH
says: Karges is one of the most expensive and high end furniture manufacturers in the new furniture
Category

Mid-20th Century Empire Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood, Paint

Pair of Baker Greek Key Chairs Newly Upholstered in Ralph Lauren Leopard Fabric
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Banner Elk, NC
7849, designed by Thomas Peasant for Baker Furniture, the most prestigious, high-quality furniture
Category

Late 20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Maple

Carlo Scarpa "Argo" Oval Table for Simon Gavina, 1975
By Carlo Scarpa, Simon Furniture
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
was rather innovative. This new tendency anticipated on Classic shapes and expensive, durable
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Travertine

Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern Gold Leaf Console, c 1949, Signed
By Tommi Parzinger, Charak Furniture Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
collectors appeal. Furniture by Tommi Parzinger is one of the most sought-after and cherished items of
Category

Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Console Tables

Materials

Gold Leaf

Vintage Ormolu Mounted Coffee Table Marble Top H&L Epstein Style Mid-Century
By Harry & Lou Epstein Furniture Co
Located in London, GB
the renowned furniture makers H & L Epstein. This wonderful coffee table is rectangular in shape and
Category

Vintage 1950s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern Display Cabinet, c 1955, Signed
By Charak Furniture Company, Tommi Parzinger
Located in Los Angeles, CA
equally important - the collectors appeal. Furniture by Tommi Parzinger is one of the most sought-after
Category

Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Vitrines

Materials

Brass

1972, Guido Drocco and Franco Mello, Cactus Coat Stand, in the Best Green Ever
By Gufram Furniture, Guido Drocco and Franco Mello
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
very best I've ever seen, that's why it's more expensive. I sold also pieces from 3500 euro up to 8000
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Polystyrene

Pair 19th Century Kingwood French Side Tables
Located in Dublin 8, IE
expensive wood in general use for furniture making in the seventeenth century, at which time it was known as
Category

Antique 19th Century French Regency Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

20th Century French Art Deco Walnut Coiffeuse Vanity by Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Ruhlmann, sometimes called Jaques-Émile Ruhlmann was a French furniture designer and interior decorator
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Roman Empire Opus Sectile Table
Located in New Orleans, LA
geometric pattern. Highly expensive and labor intensive, monumental opus sectile pavements such as this were
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Tables

Materials

Stone

Roman Empire Opus Sectile Table
Roman Empire Opus Sectile Table
H 30.13 in W 94.5 in D 47.13 in
Portoro Marble Design Table & White Krion by Joaquín Moll Meddel Spain in Stock
By Meddel, Joaquín Moll
Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL
high table, or work table is made of black Italian Portoro marble, the most expensive black Italian
Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Marble

Modern Metallic Silver and Gold Leather Chaise Lounge Custom Made
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A spectacular, glamorous, high end, piece of one of a kind furniture! Custom made modern sofa made
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Very rare 'Impala' lounge chair, Gillis Lundgren for IKEA, Sweden, 1970s
By IKEA, Gillis Lundgren
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
just to expensive to make. Now its one of the most sought after pieces of vintage IKEA furniture.
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

18th Century Dutch Amboyna wood side table
Located in Penzance, GB
table in this great wood. Burl Amboyna was one of the most expensive woods ,being part of the Paduok
Category

Antique 18th Century Side Tables

Materials

Amboyna

Art Deco Console Table with Green Glass Top
Located in Prato, Tuscany
sophisticated and expensive musical instruments. Our console table is a valuable and original piece of furniture
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Sapele Wood

Art Deco Console Table with Green Glass Top
Art Deco Console Table with Green Glass Top
H 33.47 in W 14.18 in D 31.89 in
Impressive Empire Style Malachite and Ormolu Center Table After Desmalter
By François-Honoré-Georges Jacob-Desmalter
Located in New York, NY
-1870). They ran one of the most successful and influential furniture workshops in Paris George Jacob
Category

Early 20th Century French Empire Center Tables

Materials

Malachite, Ormolu

Antique Victorian Walnut Sofa Chaise Longue Settee 19th Century
Located in London, GB
, having been used in furniture making for many centuries. Walnut was highly priced and the cost would
Category

Antique 1860s Sofas

Materials

Walnut

E W Godwin attr, for Collinson & Lock. An Aesthetic Movement mahogany side table
By Collinson & Lock, Edward William Godwin
Located in London, GB
1874, H.W. Batley and Stephen Webb. They made furniture for the new Law Courts to designs by G.E
Category

Antique 1880s English Aesthetic Movement Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Paul Evans for Paul Evans Studio Custom-Made ‘Patchwork’ Sofa
By Paul Evans
Located in Waalwijk, NL
characteristic of his furniture designs. As Evans articulates the essence of his oeuvre, handmade product should
Category

Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Bronze, Copper, Pewter

Valerian Rybar, Rocaille Console in Golden Wood, 20th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
most expensive decorator in the world" Valerian Rybar has made a name for himself in the world of
Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Console Tables

Materials

Wood

1980s Zanaboni Silk Velvet Leopard Tiger Sculptural Curved Sofa
By Zanaboni
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Zanaboni "Zanaboni Salotti Classici, Classic furniture by Zanaboni". So far this brand is synonymous with
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Chinoiserie Sofas

Materials

Textile, Satin, Silk, Velvet

Louis XVI French Bench In Gold Leaf Wood And Dedar Fabric
Located in Prato, Tuscany
. The bench was made between 1925 and 1930 in an artisan workshop in Lyon important center of furniture
Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Benches

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Regency Fold over Side Table with Lions Paw Feet in the Manner of Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dallas, TX
expensive and exclusive imported hardwood veneers from the Colonies in SE Asia, with a gorgeous grain and
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Elm

Carl Malmsten "Åldermannen" Winged Armchair for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden 1950s
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Utrecht, NL
produced in small series in smaller workshops, which meant that the furniture became very expensive and
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Rare Paul Evans for Directional Pair of Barstools in Sculpted Bronze
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Waalwijk, NL
combined into a creative partnership. During this period, he started to create furniture with metal and
Category

Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Antique Art Deco Figured Walnut Serving Trolley c.1920 20th Century
Located in London, GB
recognisable and popular of all the exotic woods, having been used in furniture making for many centuries
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Serving Tables

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley "New York" Sofa Version 5316 for DUX, Sweden 1950s
By Edward Wormley
Located in Utrecht, NL
furniture design and translated them into a Modern vernacular. The result was furniture like this
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Wood

19th Century Swedish Porphyry Table Top.
Located in Stockholm, SE
A Swedish Porphyry top. This type of top was the most expensive one could buy during the early 19th
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Empire Console Tables

Materials

Porphyry

19th Century Swedish Porphyry Table Top.
19th Century Swedish Porphyry Table Top.
H 1.58 in W 38.19 in D 17.33 in
Pair of Italian Eighteenth Century Rococo Carved and Gilded Wood Mirrors
Located in New York, NY
time and highly prized, as they were quite expensive to acquire. These are highly sculptural hand
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Armchair ‘Bridge’ Designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nk, Sweden, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
functionalism. Hjorth became known in the 1920’s as an interior designer creating furniture for the city of
Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Birch, Lacquer

two-top side table by René Gabriel
By Rene Gabriel
Located in PARIS, FR
create, as early as the 1930s, economical mass-produced furniture combining aestheticism, robustness and
Category

Vintage 1940s French Side Tables

Materials

Beech

two-top side table by René Gabriel
two-top side table by René Gabriel
H 19.3 in W 15.36 in D 22.84 in
Antique French Burr Walnut Parcel Gilt Mirror 19th C
Located in London, GB
(bronze, later silver) and were too expensive for widespread use by common people; they were also prone to
Category

Antique 1880s French More Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Vintage Mahogany Parquetry & Ormolu "Trompe l'oeil" Centre Table 20th Century
Located in London, GB
are as veneer patterns on furniture and block patterns for flooring. Parquet patterns are entirely
Category

Vintage 1980s English Regency Revival Side Tables

Materials

Ormolu

An Unusual Pair of Early 20th Century Louis XV Style Bow Fronted Wall Lanterns
Located in Benington, Herts
centuries. Being much more expensive to produce than simple wall lights, mainly due to the costs associated
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Lapis Lazuli Hinged Box, 6"
Located in New York, NY
. It was also the most expensive pigment in a Renaissance artist's palette (in powder form). Measures
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Decorative Boxes

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

Lapis Lazuli Hinged Box, 6"
Lapis Lazuli Hinged Box, 6"
H 1.75 in W 4.25 in D 6 in
Lapis Lazuli Hinged Box, 4"
Located in New York, NY
. It was also the most expensive pigment in a Renaissance artist's palette (in powder form). Measures
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Decorative Boxes

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

Lapis Lazuli Hinged Box, 4"
Lapis Lazuli Hinged Box, 4"
H 1.75 in W 4 in D 3.25 in
19th Century Pair of English Leather Armchairs
Located in London, GB
the most recognizable and popular of all the exotic woods, having been used in furniture making for
Category

Antique 1880s English Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

19th Century Pair of English Leather Armchairs
19th Century Pair of English Leather Armchairs
H 41.34 in W 27.17 in D 31.11 in
Rare 19th Century Peters of Genoa Satinwood & Rosewood Centre Table
By Henry Thomas Peters
Located in Benington, Herts
. A very fine table with wide cuts of satinwood which would have been extremely expensive in the early
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Center Tables

Materials

Rosewood, Satinwood

Carlo Bugatti Attr. Rare Italian Pedestal in velvet
By Carlo Bugatti
Located in Milano, IT
Bugatti. This is not just a piece of furniture; it is a symphony of craftsmanship, a testament to the
Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Pedestals

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Norman Cherner for Plycraft Bentwood chair with Yellow Vinyl cushion 1960s
By Norman Cherner
Located in Ocean Grove, NJ
. That said, reupholstery wouldn't be very difficult or expensive on this chair if it was desired. It
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Naugahyde, Bentwood, Plywood

Stunning & Timeless Dutch Arts and Crafts Wall Mirror w. Solid Coromandel Frame
Located in Lisse, NL
and this stunning woodtype with its great grain patterns currently is one of the most expensive woods
Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Wall Mirrors

Materials

Metal, Brass

ANTIQUE CLAW & BALL FOOT HALL BENCH WiNDOW SEAT IN MULBERRY FLYING DUCK S FABRIC
Located in GB
, this is pure art furniture from all angles, the fabric is from Mulberry and is their most popular (and
Category

Vintage 1920s English Country Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

French Art Deco Amboyna Occasional Side Table Circa 1930.
Located in Norwich, GB
is believed to have been initially exported from. Amboyna is among the most expensive and sought
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Walnut, Amboyna, Burl

Antique French Burr Walnut Parquetry Card Backgammon Table 19th Century
Located in London, GB
as veneer patterns on furniture and block patterns for flooring. Parquetry patterns are entirely
Category

Antique 1880s French Game Tables

Materials

Ormolu

Horst Bruning Arm Chairs Model 6911 Kill Germany, 1968
By Horst Bruning
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
expensive, but durable furniture. Which can still be used today on a daily base. Without them knowing they
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

After Thomas Hope Antique circa 1780 George III Hand Carved Giltwood Armchair
By Thomas Hope
Located in GB
force of carving and giltwood decoration, every piece of this chair is pure art furniture, it looks
Category

Antique 1780s English George III Armchairs

Materials

Giltwood

Camille Gauthier “Capucines” Games Table
By Camille Gauthier
Located in New York, NY
marquetry is comprised of thuya burl, the world’s most expensive veneer, used by Roman woodworkers for
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Game Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Period Regency Rosewood Work Table
Located in Hudson, NY
carving is done in rosewood solids. This wood a rare and very expensive resource was imported from the
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Period Regency Rosewood Work Table
Period Regency Rosewood Work Table
H 30 in W 21.5 in D 18 in
Paul Evans for Directional 'Cityscape' PE200 Side Table in Steel and Brass
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, but also Evans’ great craftsmanship and creativity give the potential that the Cityscape furniture
Category

Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel, Chrome

Sublime circa 1840 Victorian Pollard Oak Hand Carved Centre Occasional Table
Located in GB
it The pedestal base is ornately carved as are the feet, this really is art furniture and looks
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Center Tables

Materials

Oak

Emiel Veranneman Osaka Chair De Coene Belgium 1968
By Emiel Veranneman, De Coene Frères
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
the pictures. Emiel Veranneman was internationally known as an interior and furniture designer. In
Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

FULLY COIL SPRUNG VINTAGE 1920's HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD CLUB SOFA
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
fully coil sprung frame which was the most expensive way to make it, not only does it have a coil sprung
Category

Vintage 1920s English Chesterfield Sofas

Materials

Leather

RARE ORIGINAL ViCTORIAN HOWARD & SONS BRIDGEWATER ARMCHAIR WITH KILIM UPHOLSTERY
By Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons
Located in GB
London. Upholstery wise, as mentioned this is Kilim upholstered which is the most famous and expensive
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Set, Pair, Armchairs, Armchair, Stool, Ebonised, Baroque, Baroque-Revival
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Antiquarian, Baroque stool - From a private, furniture collection, acquired to represent three different
Category

Antique 1680s English Baroque Chairs

Materials

Ebony

Circa 1750, English Georgian ii Period Mahogany Armchair with Modern Fabric
Located in Chicago, IL
time. Under George II, mahogany became the predominant wood used for fine furniture. Many of the styles
Category

Antique 1750s English George II Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

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Questions About Most Expensive Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Bocote is the most expensive wood for furniture.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Patio furniture can be more expensive than other types of furniture because it's designed and crafted to withstand harsher conditions. The materials designers use to make outdoor furniture—woods, synthetics, metals and durable fabrics—are more expensive to source than other types of materials.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Furniture is generally an asset rather than an expense. When a business purchases furniture, it can continue to use it over the long term, so it fits the definition of an asset. If you're inquiring about furniture's classification for tax purposes, consult a knowledgeable tax professional for specific guidance. Shop a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture on 1stDibs.
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    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    The two most revered and expensive woods in classical Chinese furniture are huanghuali (黄花梨)  and zitan (紫檀)

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The most expensive wood in the world is agarwood. This dark resinous wood is used in incense, perfume, and to make small carvings.In 2010, this wood sold for as high as $100,000/kg.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The most expensive Rolex ever sold is the Paul Newman Daytona. This Rolex was purchased for $17.8 million in 2017. On 1stDibs, there are expensive Rolex watches but there is a wide variety available, so it should be easy to find a good fit for your tastes as well as your budget.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel is so expensive because it is a top-class designer brand which creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the top talent in the fashion world. The brand's innovative designs along with its creative marketing strategy make Chanel a highly coveted brand.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Balenciaga is so expensive because it's one of the world's top fashion houses. Its cult status among celebrities in addition to its handmade production are two factors that contribute to Balenciaga pieces being so expensive.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Since its inception in 1856, Burberry has become one of the world's most premiere fashion houses. Known for the classic trench coats with a plaid lining, Burberry pieces are made with high quality materials and attention to detail.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Gucci is so expensive because it is a top-class designer brand which creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the top talent in the fashion world. The brand's innovative designs along with its creative marketing strategy make Gucci a highly coveted brand.
    Couture ClosetsMarch 23, 2021
    The craftmanship, quality of materials and time spent on every item is extensive. Simply watch a video on YouTube of a Gucci handbag being handsewn and you will see what goes into every item. Gucci items last for generations and are often passed down, for this reason. A good quality, well made item, lasts for decades...That is sustainable, and better for all.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The Swiss luxury brand Akris is so expensive due to the quality of the apparel and accessories produced by the brand. Artisans do much of the manufacturing by hand, and only high-end fabrics and materials go into Akris designs. Find a selection of Akris on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Because shearling comes from the hide of a lamb, it is more limited. The most important factor in determining price is the softness of the wool and how thin the leather is. The higher quality jackets are warm but lighter weight.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    Blancpain is so expensive for a few reasons. One is due to innovation, which the Swiss luxury watchmaker has a long history of, having created the first-ever automatic wristwatch in 1926. Blancpain is known for being on the cutting edge of design, and many collectors are willing to pay high prices to own both its vintage and contemporary timepieces as a result. The watchmaker is also known for using exceptionally fine materials and employing time-honored crafting techniques that make the quality of its timepieces exceptional. In addition, Blancpain makes about half as many watches per year as some of its biggest competitors, so supply is often low compared to demand. Find a diverse assortment of Blancpain watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Hublot is so expensive for a few reasons. First, the Swiss luxury watchmaker uses premium materials, some of which are produced by the company itself, adding to costs. Hublot also handcrafts timepieces through a painstaking process, so its labor costs are high. Plus, Hublot has been cited as only manufacturing around 50,000 watches per year, which makes supply low relative to demand. Shop a collection of Hublot watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    There are a few reasons why Steelcase is so expensive. Steelcase was founded in Grand Rapids, Michigan, in 1912 as the Metal Office Furniture Company, promoting steel desks and other furnishings as safer, fireproof alternatives to wooden pieces at a time when smoking in the workplace was common. The company invests heavily in research and development to continue to make advancements in ergonomic design that make its furniture more durable and comfortable. Steelcase also uses quality materials that cost more to source. Plus, demand for Steelcase tends to be high, contributing to high price points. Explore a selection of Steelcase furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Goyard is so expensive for a few reasons. First, the French fashion house uses costly materials, including its signature Goyardine canvas made of natural hemp, linen and cotton fibers. Also, artisans perform much of the crafting process by hand, making manufacturing expenses considerable. Finally, Goyard produces only a limited number of bags each year. Since demand often outweighs supply, Goyard is able to sell its pieces at aspirational price points. Explore a selection of Goyard bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, emeralds are expensive due to their rarity. These stones are known to be rarer and more expensive than diamonds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, Opal can be expensive. Black Opals in particular are quite valuable and may earn prices of up to $10,000 a carat. White opals are the least expensive of the opal family.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    For the most part, sapphires are expensive, though some are cheaper. Some can cost as much as $25 per carat and others can cost over $11,000 per carat. The price is usually dependent on the stone's quality.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, jade can be expensive, especially if it's jadeite. There are two mineral species that fall under the jade umbrella: jadeite and nephrite. Nephrite tends to be more common and therefore less valuable than jadeite.