GIA 3.01ct Pear Solitaire with Half Eternity 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated diamond ring features a striking centerpiece of a pear diamond, weighing 3.01 and boasting a rich I and VS2. Handcrafted with precision, the ring showcases a beaut...
Diamond, White Gold
$6,014Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.22 Carat Pear Cluster Trellis Solitaire 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Experience the allure of this stunning diamond ring, which features a captivating pear 1.22 center stone, radiating beauty with its exq...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$13,915Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.7 Carat Pear Cluster Trellis Solitaire 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Experience the allure of this stunning diamond ring, which features a captivating pear 1.7 center stone, radiating beauty with its exqu...
Diamond, White Gold
$7,270Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Pear Solitaire Cathedral 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a captivating pear diamond center stone weighing 1.2 , expertly cut to sh...
Diamond, White Gold
$21,131Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 2ct Pear Solitaire Double Prong Cathedral 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this captivating diamond ring features a stunning pear diamond meticulously set in a sleek yellow gold band. W...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$14,064Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.7ct Pear Solitaire Double Prong Cathedral 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this captivating diamond ring features a stunning pear diamond meticulously set in a sleek white gold band. Wi...
Diamond, White Gold
$8,832Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.2ct Pear Solitaire Twisted Square Band 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Discover a stunning diamond ring that radiates elegance and sophistication, meticulously crafted to celebrate your most cherished momen...
Diamond, White Gold
$7,580Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.2ct Pear Solitaire with Half Eternity 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This sophisticated diamond ring features a striking centerpiece of a pear diamond, weighing 1.2 and boasting a rich I and SI1. Handcraf...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 2.01ct Pear Solitaire with Half Eternity 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated diamond ring features a striking centerpiece of a pear diamond, weighing 2.01 and boasting a rich I and SI2. Handcrafted with precision, the ring showcases a beaut...
Diamond, White Gold
$8,091Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.3ct Pear Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning pear diamond ring features a breathtaking J VS2 center stone weighing 1.3 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire. Cr...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.51 Carat Pear Solitaire Cathedral 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a captivating pear diamond center stone weighing 1.51 , expertly cut to showcase extraordinary brilliance and fire. Grad...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 3.01ct Pear Solitaire with Half Eternity 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated diamond ring features a striking centerpiece of a pear diamond, weighing 3.01 and boasting a rich G and SI1. Handcrafted with precision, the ring showcases a beaut...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 4.01ct Pear Solitaire with Half Eternity 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated diamond ring features a striking centerpiece of a pear diamond, weighing 4.01 and boasting a rich I and SI2. Handcrafted with precision, the ring showcases a beaut...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.70 Carat Pear Solitaire Cathedral 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a captivating pear diamond center stone weighing 1.70ct, expertly cut to ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.30 Carat Pear Solitaire Cathedral 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a captivating pear diamond center stone weighing 1.30 , expertly cut to showcase extraordinary brilliance and fire. Grad...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 1.82ct Pear Solitaire Twisted Square Band 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Discover a stunning diamond ring that radiates elegance and sophistication, meticulously crafted to celebrate your most cherished moments. At its heart lies a mesmerizing pear H SI2 ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 1.72ct Pear Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pear diamond ring features a breathtaking I SI1 center stone weighing 1.72 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire. Crafted with precision, the ring is set in luxur...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 7.01ct Pear Solitaire with Half Eternity 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This sophisticated diamond ring features a striking centerpiece of a pear diamond, weighing 7.01 and boasting a rich H and SI2. Handcra...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.20ct Pear Slim Band Prong Set Solitaire 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** A magnificent diamond ring featuring a stunning pear center stone, weighing an impressive 1.20 and boasting a flawless H and VS2. This ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 3.01ct Pear Slim Band Prong Set Solitaire 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent diamond ring featuring a stunning pear center stone, weighing an impressive 3.01 and boasting a flawless G and SI2. This exquisite piece is expertly crafted from white ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.82ct Pear Slim Band Prong Set Solitaire 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent diamond ring featuring a stunning pear center stone, weighing an impressive 1.82 and boasting a flawless H and SI2. This exquisite piece is expertly crafted from yellow...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$10,204Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.5ct Pear Slim Band Prong Set Solitaire 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** A magnificent diamond ring featuring a stunning pear center stone, weighing an impressive 1.5 and boasting a flawless G and SI2. This e...
Diamond, White Gold
$5,895Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 0.96ct Pear Prong Set Solitaire Slim Band 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking pear center stone weighing 0.96. The diamond boasts a beau...
Diamond, White Gold
3 Carat GIA Pear Shape Solitaire Pendant
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
An INCREDIBLE diamond pendant! 3.06 GIA certified F color VS1 pear shape diamond diamond -- full of life and sparkle! The stone looks like a 5 carat pear shape -- it measures 14.8...
Diamond
GIA 3ct Pear Slim Band Prong Set Solitaire 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** A magnificent diamond ring featuring a stunning pear center stone, weighing an impressive 3, and boasting an I and VS2. This exquisite ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 7.01ct Pear Slim Band Prong Set Solitaire 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent diamond ring featuring a stunning pear center stone, weighing an impressive 7.01, and boasting an H and SI2. This exquisite piece is expertly crafted from white gold, o...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 5.01ct Pear Slim Band Prong Set Solitaire 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent diamond ring featuring a stunning pear center stone, weighing an impressive 5.01, and boasting an I and SI1. This exquisite piece is expertly crafted from white gold, o...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 3.88ct Pear Slim Band Prong Set Solitaire 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent diamond ring featuring a stunning pear center stone, weighing an impressive 3.88 carats, and boasting a flawless G and SI2. This exquisite piece is expertly crafted fro...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1ct Pear Prong Set Solitaire Slim Band 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking pear center stone weighing 1. The diamond boasts a beautif...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 3.01ct Pear Slim Band Prong Set Solitaire 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** A magnificent diamond ring featuring a stunning pear center stone, weighing an impressive 3.01 and boasting a flawless I and VS2. This ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 5.01ct Pear Slim Band Prong Set Solitaire 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** A magnificent diamond ring featuring a stunning pear center stone, weighing an impressive 5.01 and boasting a flawless I and SI1. This ...
Diamond, White Gold
Platinum Diamond Pear Solitaire Pendant
Located in Princeton, NJ
Vintage platinum diamond solitaire pendant. The pear shape diamond weighs 3.39ct.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1.52ct Round Solitaire & Pear Three-Stone 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking arrangement of a central round diamond, weighing 1.52 , accompanied by two elegantly positioned pear-shap...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 0.9ct Round Solitaire & Pear Three-Stone 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking arrangement of a central round diamond, weighing 0.9 , accompanied by two elegantly positioned pear-shape...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.21ct Round Solitaire & Pear Three-Stone 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking arrangement of a central round diamond, weighing 1.21 , ac...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Bespoke 3Carat Pear Diamond 18K Gold GIA F VVS Hasbani Engagement Solitaire Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This bespoke exquisite oval-shape diamond ring is a refined statement of luxury, meticulously handcrafted by Hasbani Diamonds London, renowned second-generation high-jewellery design...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
1.51 Ct. Natural Pear Diamond Pear Solitaire Ring, 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
"A pear-shaped diamond is held point-up in a five-prong basket on a fine plain band, a clean modern solitaire with nothing to distract from the outline of the stone.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold 0.10 Carat Diamond Solitaire Necklace
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
If you are looking for the one necklace you put on & never have to take off - look no further! This is the necklace for you- crafted from 18 karat white gold with one round brilliant...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold 0.20 Carat Diamond Solitaire Necklace
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
If you are looking for the one necklace you put on & never have to take off - look no further! This is the necklace for you- crafted from 14 karat white gold with one round brilliant...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Loose Diamond - Pear .66ct GIA G SI1 Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): 0.66ct Cut: Pear Color: G Clarity: SI1 Size: 7.74 X 4.46 X 2.98mm Certified by: GIA Report Number: 6237897507 Total Carats: .66ct Measu...
Diamond
Loose Diamond - Pear .58ct GIA F I1 Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): 0.58ct Cut: Pear Color: F Clarity: I1 Size: 6.53 X 4.69 X 3.08mm Certified by: GIA Report Number: 2235897685 Total Carats: .58ct Measur...
Diamond
Loose Diamond - Pear .57ct GIA G SI1 Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): 0.57ct Cut: Pear Color: G Clarity: SI1 Size: 6.88 X 4.74 X 2.91mm Certified by: GIA Report Number: 5231897687 Total Carats: .57ct Measu...
Diamond
Loose Diamond - Pear .59ct GIA K I1 Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): 0.59ct Cut: Pear Color: K Clarity: I1 Size: 6.72 X 4.70 X 3.04mm Certified by: GIA Report Number: 5232897588 Total Carats: .59ct Measur...
Diamond
Loose Diamond - Pear 1.50ct GIA J SI2 Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): 1.50ct Cut: Pear Color: J Clarity: SI2 Size: 9.99mm X 6.32mm X 4.07mm Certified by: GIA Report Number: 2185662636 Total Carats: 1.50ct ...
Diamond
Loose Diamond Pear 3.00ct GIA J SI1 Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): 3.00ct Cut: Pear Color: J Clarity: SI1 Certified by: GIA Report Number: 2239292617 Total Carats: 3.00ct Measurements Includes GIA Cert...
Diamond
Quarter Carat Pear Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Diamond Approx. Diamond Carat Weight: .25cttw Diamond Clarity: SI1 Diamond Color: G Diamond Cut: Pear Prong Material: 14k White Gold Dimensions: 6mm ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl and Diamond Solitaire Necklace
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Classic necklace made from rich 18 karat yellow gold with one single 9.5mm freshwater pearl accented with 21 diamonds = 0.12 cttw. Pearl and diamonds roll while you wear it for a fu...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace 18" - 950 Pear 4.43ct IGI
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Platinum 950 Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): 4.43ct Cut: Pear Color: E Clarity: I1 Stone Note: laser drilled Certified by: IGI Report Number: 733597108 ...
Diamond
White Gold Pear-Shaped Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace, 0.35ct
By Incogem
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat White Gold Pear-Shaped Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace, 0.35ct.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Pear-Shaped Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace, 0.38ct
By Incogem
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat White Gold Pear-Shaped Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace, 0.38ct.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Pear-Shaped Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace, 0.34ct
By Incogem
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat White Gold Pear-Shaped Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace, 0.34ct.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Two Tone Pear Shaped Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14k two tone Center Diamond: pear cut = 0.90cttw Color: H Clarity: VS1 Dimensions: ring top measures 1.7mm wide Size: 6 Weight: 2.09 grams
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$552,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 10.32 Carat Pear Shape Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking and highly refined platinum solitaire showcasing a magnificent GIA certified 10.32 carat pear brilliant cut diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
14K White Gold Pear Cut Diamond Bezel Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
Crafted in polished 14K white gold, the pendant showcases a stunning, brilliant pear-cut diamond at its center. The diamond is elegantly cradled within white gold prongs, surrounded ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Pear Cut Diamond Bezel Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
Crafted in polished 14K yellow gold, the pendant showcases a stunning, brilliant pear-cut diamond at its center. The diamond is elegantly cradled within white gold prongs, surrounded...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$716Sale Price / item|35% Off
18k Gold Pear Shaped Diamond Necklace Diamond Solitaire Layering Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pear Shaped Diamond Necklace made of 18k solid gold available in three colors of gold: Rose Gold / White Gold / Yellow Gold. Natural genuine round cut diamond each diamond is hand s...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 3.68 Carat Diamond Pear-Shape Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Adorn yourself with refinement and rarity by wearing this GIA Certified 3.68Carat Diamond Pear-shape Solitaire Pendant Necklace. Expertly cut and polished to emit an illuminating spa...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$10,400Sale Price|20% Off
Beauvince GIA Certified 2.51 Carat Pear Shape Solitaire Diamond Studs
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Diamond solitaire studs are a signature everyday piece of jewelry.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.01ct GIA Certified Pear Shape Solitaire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Aventura, FL
This pear-shaped diamond offers a striking presence on the hand, combining classic sophistication with modern refinement.
Diamond, Platinum
Pear shaped diamond solitaire drop pendant necklace 18k white gold
Located in London, GB
Pear shaped diamond solitaire pendant necklace 18k white gold Classic pear shaped diamond solitaire pendant necklace in 18k white gold Diamond total weight 0.68ct G colour VS1 clarit...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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.
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Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
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