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Q Color Diamond

GIA Certified 1.04 Carat Q - R Colour SI1 Clarity Diamond
GIA Certified 1.04 Carat Q - R Colour SI1 Clarity Diamond

GIA Certified 1.04 Carat Q - R Colour SI1 Clarity Diamond

Located in บางรัก, TH

: 8.13 x 5.13 x 3.30 mm Color Grade: Q - R Colour FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND: This Q-R diamond refers to a

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2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

GIA Certified 1.06 Carat Q - R Colour I2 Clarty Diamond
GIA Certified 1.06 Carat Q - R Colour I2 Clarty Diamond

GIA Certified 1.06 Carat Q - R Colour I2 Clarty Diamond

Located in บางรัก, TH

Measurements: 6.18 x 6.12 x 4.37 mm Color Grade: Q - R Colour FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND: This Diamond in the Q

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2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

7.15-Carat Old European Cut Diamond • Q–R Color • VVS2 Clarity
7.15-Carat Old European Cut Diamond • Q–R Color • VVS2 Clarity

7.15-Carat Old European Cut Diamond • Q–R Color • VVS2 Clarity

Located in Ramat Gan, IL

remarkable example of early 20th-century craftsmanship. Graded Q–R in color and VVS2 in clarity, the stone

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20th Century Israeli Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

Beauvince Yellow Cushion Diamond Dangle Halo Earrings 3.67 ct Diamonds in Gold
Beauvince Yellow Cushion Diamond Dangle Halo Earrings 3.67 ct Diamonds in Gold

Beauvince Yellow Cushion Diamond Dangle Halo Earrings 3.67 ct Diamonds in Gold

By Beauvince Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

place. Center Diamond Shape: Cushion Center Diamond Weight: 1.51 ct + 1.51 ct Diamond Color: Q-R & S

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2010s Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified .72ct Round diamond Ruby Band 14kt 12412
GIA Certified .72ct Round diamond Ruby Band 14kt 12412

GIA Certified .72ct Round diamond Ruby Band 14kt 12412

By Unbranded

Located in New York, NY

GIA Certified .72ct Natural Diamond Ring. Report #5234279943 Vs-2 Clarity Q-R Range Color Side

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21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

4.51 carat old cut diamond flanked solitaire ring, French, circa 1940.
4.51 carat old cut diamond flanked solitaire ring, French, circa 1940.

4.51 carat old cut diamond flanked solitaire ring, French, circa 1940.

Located in London, GB

4.51 carat old cut diamond flanked solitaire ring. Set to centre with a round old cut diamond, Q-R

Category

Vintage 1940s French Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

IGI Certified 14K Yellow Gold 1/3 Carat Solitaire Diamond Push Back Stud Earring
IGI Certified 14K Yellow Gold 1/3 Carat Solitaire Diamond Push Back Stud Earring

IGI Certified 14K Yellow Gold 1/3 Carat Solitaire Diamond Push Back Stud Earring

Located in New York, NY

guarantees the authenticity and quality of these natural diamonds, boasting a stunning Q-R color and I1-I2

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Le Vian Chocolate and Nude Diamond Split Shank Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Rose Gold
Le Vian Chocolate and Nude Diamond Split Shank Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Rose Gold

Le Vian Chocolate and Nude Diamond Split Shank Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Rose Gold

By Le Vian

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Cluster Color: Q-R Diamond Center Cluster Total Carat Weight: 0.70 CTW Additional Diamonds Clarity: SI1–I1

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Rhodium

14k Rose Gold Rhodolite Garnet and Champagne Diamond Ring Size 8 #13889
14k Rose Gold Rhodolite Garnet and Champagne Diamond Ring Size 8 #13889

14k Rose Gold Rhodolite Garnet and Champagne Diamond Ring Size 8 #13889

Located in Washington Depot, CT

. Diamond color: Q-R (champagne) Diamond clarity: SI1-SI2 Ring Size: 8 Weight: 3.6 dwt. / 5.7 gr

Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, Rose Gold

Le Vian Pavé Diamond Crossover Multi-Row Band Ring in 14 Karat Rose Gold
Le Vian Pavé Diamond Crossover Multi-Row Band Ring in 14 Karat Rose Gold

Le Vian Pavé Diamond Crossover Multi-Row Band Ring in 14 Karat Rose Gold

By Le Vian

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Diamond Cut: Round Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.83 CTW Diamond Color: G-Q Diamond Clarity: VS1- VS2

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

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GIA Certified 4.28 Carats Old European Cut Solitaire
GIA Certified 4.28 Carats Old European Cut Solitaire

GIA Certified 4.28 Carats Old European Cut Solitaire

Located in Saint Louis, MO

4.28 carats Old European cut natural diamond. Q-R color SI2 Clarity certified by GIA #2211912624

Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1.48ct Round Brilliant Cut Q-R/I1 Diamond Ring, Set In 18ct White Gold
1.48ct Round Brilliant Cut Q-R/I1 Diamond Ring, Set In 18ct White Gold

1.48ct Round Brilliant Cut Q-R/I1 Diamond Ring, Set In 18ct White Gold

Located in London, GB

added brilliance and vintage charm. Total Diamond Weight: 1.48ct & 0.20ct Diamond Colour: Q-R Diamond

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Sylvie Light Yellow Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
18 Karat Sylvie Light Yellow Diamond Halo Engagement Ring

18 Karat Sylvie Light Yellow Diamond Halo Engagement Ring

Located in Webster, NY

Designer "Sylvie" Diamond features a stunning .79CT Light Yellow (O-P/Q-R color) Cushion Cut

Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Engagement Ring
Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Engagement Ring

Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Engagement Ring

Located in Great Neck, NY

: Approximately 1.50 cts Center Diamond Weight: Approximately 3.15 cts Center Diamond Color: Q Center Diamond

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

AGS Certified 14k Yellow Gold 1/4 Carat Diamond Push Back Stud Earrings
AGS Certified 14k Yellow Gold 1/4 Carat Diamond Push Back Stud Earrings

AGS Certified 14k Yellow Gold 1/4 Carat Diamond Push Back Stud Earrings

Located in New York, NY

diamonds are color rated as P-Q Color, and clarity graded as I1-I2 Clarity. Make these classic diamond

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco GIA 1.89 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Art Deco GIA 1.89 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring

Art Deco GIA 1.89 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

center stone is a GIA certified 1.89 carat old European cut diamond, Q-R color, VS1 clarity (#1216220572

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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

AGS Certified 14k Yellow Gold 1/2 Carat Princess Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings
AGS Certified 14k Yellow Gold 1/2 Carat Princess Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings

AGS Certified 14k Yellow Gold 1/2 Carat Princess Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings

Located in New York, NY

: 2 Princess-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: P-Q Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weight: 0.5 cttw Diamond

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AGS Certified 14K Yellow Gold 1/2 Carat Princess Solitaire Diamond Stud Earrings
AGS Certified 14K Yellow Gold 1/2 Carat Princess Solitaire Diamond Stud Earrings

AGS Certified 14K Yellow Gold 1/2 Carat Princess Solitaire Diamond Stud Earrings

Located in New York, NY

: 2 Princess-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: P-Q Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weight: 0.5 cttw Diamond

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage French 4.45 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Gold Engagement Ring
Vintage French 4.45 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Gold Engagement Ring

Vintage French 4.45 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Gold Engagement Ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

, Q-R color, VS2 clarity. The ring is made in 18k white gold and the setting is in platinum. Circa

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Vintage 1950s French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Gypsy Set 1.82 Carat Diamond Platinum Gentleman’s Ring
Gypsy Set 1.82 Carat Diamond Platinum Gentleman’s Ring

Gypsy Set 1.82 Carat Diamond Platinum Gentleman’s Ring

Located in South Pasadena, CA

. DIAMOND: Q – R color, I1 clarity, GIA report.

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Vintage 1950s Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

AGS Certified 14K Yellow Gold 3/8 Carat Round Solitaire Diamond Stud Earrings
AGS Certified 14K Yellow Gold 3/8 Carat Round Solitaire Diamond Stud Earrings

AGS Certified 14K Yellow Gold 3/8 Carat Round Solitaire Diamond Stud Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Diamond Color: Q-R Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weight : 0.40 cttw Diamond Setting Type: 4-Prong Product

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

H.Stern Moonlight Collection Rock Crystal Quartz and Diamond Dangle Earrings
H.Stern Moonlight Collection Rock Crystal Quartz and Diamond Dangle Earrings

H.Stern Moonlight Collection Rock Crystal Quartz and Diamond Dangle Earrings

By H. Stern

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

color: Colorless Natural Diamonds: .04 ctw Diamond cut: Round Diamond color: P-Q Diamond clarity: SI1-2

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Diamond P, Q, R Color G-I Color Old-Mine Cut Daisy Ring
Yellow Diamond P, Q, R Color G-I Color Old-Mine Cut Daisy Ring

Yellow Diamond P, Q, R Color G-I Color Old-Mine Cut Daisy Ring

Located in Brisbane City, Queensland

. Centre diamond 0.47ct colour light yellow (colour P,Q,R) Clarity VS. Outer diamonds total estimated

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 15k Gold

Sapphire 1.54 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Sapphire 1.54 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

Sapphire 1.54 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

Located in Tampa, FL

1.54ct. apx. European cut center diamond with SI1 clarity and very light yellow (Q-R) color. The center

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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Rose Gold 1.21 Carat Round Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Rose Gold 1.21 Carat Round Diamond Halo Engagement Ring

Rose Gold 1.21 Carat Round Diamond Halo Engagement Ring

Located in Columbia, MO

Weight $0.68 ct Main Stone Color Q Diamond Color Q Main Stone Clarity I1 Clarity I1 Main Stone Treatment

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Custom Rose Gold GIA Certified Round Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Custom Rose Gold GIA Certified Round Diamond Halo Engagement Ring

Custom Rose Gold GIA Certified Round Diamond Halo Engagement Ring

Located in Columbia, MO

Stone Shape: Round Brilliant Main Stone Weight: 2.27 ct Main Stone Clarity: I2 Main Stone Color: Q-R

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2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

3.03 Carat European-Cut Diamond Gold Ring
3.03 Carat European-Cut Diamond Gold Ring

3.03 Carat European-Cut Diamond Gold Ring

Located in San Francisco, CA

5.54 mm Cut/Shape: European Cut Clarity: VS1 Color: Q-R Total Diamond Carat Weight

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Early 20th Century Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver

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Located in New York, NY

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Q Color Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact q color diamond you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect q color diamond among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a q color diamond has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Beyond Fine Jewelry, Antinori Fine Jewels and Cartier are consistently popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and pear cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our q color diamond for sale are for women, but there are 1132 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Q Color Diamond?

Prices for a q color diamond can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1 and can go as high as $4,450,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $6,999.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Questions About Q Color Diamond
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Tiffany & Co. exclusively accepts D color diamonds, E color diamonds, F color diamonds, G color diamonds, H color diamonds and I color diamonds. At the legendary luxury house, which has long been an important arbiter of style in the design of diamond engagement rings, the only engagement ring diamonds accepted are in the “colorless” and “near colorless” range on the diamond color scale. Shop a collection of Tiffany & Co. diamond jewelry from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
  • Champagne diamonds typically are brown diamonds with a yellowish tint to them. This color combination gives it that "champagne-like" color to them. This can range from a light-brownish yellow color, to a dark brown color.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    D is the highest color grade diamond that can be bought. They are completely colorless to the naked eye and extremely rare (their price reflects that). These diamonds are usually mounted in platinum or white gold. Diamonds in this category are best mounted in platinum or white gold. Shop a wide range of diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The rarest color of diamond is red. Red diamonds can only be found in mines in Africa, Australia, and Brazil. The rarity of these diamonds also make them the most expensive types of diamonds on the market.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A champagne diamond is naturally brown and has a strong golden or yellow tint. They come in a variety of colors, ranging from light brown to darker champagne-like shades. Shop a range of champagne diamond rings, necklaces and bracelets on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    Yes, color matters in diamond studs, as it impacts their value and price. To rate color, the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) uses a scale ranging alphabetically from D to Z. A D-grade diamond is completely colorless and is very rare. Most studs featuring diamonds with ratings will have at least a faint yellow tint. Find a variety of diamond stud earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The colors that diamonds come in naturally include grey, white, blue, green, pink, brown and black. Pure diamonds are completely colorless as other diamonds’ color comes from impurities. Find an extraordinary collection of antique, new and vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    The best color available for diamond stud earrings is D. Only the finest colorless diamonds receive this rating. E and F diamonds are also highly ranked. People rarely view stud earrings up close when you're wearing them, so G, H, I and J-rated diamonds are also likely to appear colorless once set. Explore a large selection of diamond stud earrings on 1stDibs.