0.18ct Pink Diamond - Natural Loose Fancy Pink GIA Cert Marquise SI1 All natural
Located in New York, NY
DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $9700.00 Certificate - GIA Item Stock Number - 25221323406 Shape - Marquise Weight - 0.18 ct. Color - Fancy Pink Clarity - SI1 Cut Grade - Ideal ...
Pink Diamond
2.01ct Pink Diamond - Natural Loose Pair Of Pink Fancy Color GIA VS2round Shape
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $65,000 Item Stock Number - 3264376598005 Certificate Number - GIA 2151971452, 116874071 Shape - Round Carat Weight - 1.00ct an...
Pink Diamond
Pink Diamond - 0.09ct Natural Loose Fancy Intense Purple Pink GIA Cert Pear SI1
Located in New York, NY
DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $6,200 Item Stock Number - IP54765865865 Certificate Number - GIA 5171547189 Shape - Pear Carat Weight - 0.09ct Measurements - 4.00 x 2.16 x 1.62 ...
Pink Diamond
0.20ct Pink Diamond - Natural Loose Light Pink Fancy Color GIA VVS1 Pear Shape
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price – $7,500 Item Stock Number – 4363257 Certificate Number – 2155973675 Shape – Pear Carat Weight – 0.20ct Measurements – 4.72×3.24×2...
Pink Diamond
Pink Diamond - 0.27ct Natural Loose Fancy Orangy Pink Color GIA Oval From Argyle
Located in New York, NY
DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $12,900 Item Stock Number - OP64367485491 Certificate Number - GIA 2235351714 Shape - Oval Carat Weight - 0.27ct Measurements - 4.96 x 3.44 x 2.12...
Pink Diamond
Pink Diamond - 0.27ct Natural Loose Fancy Orangy Pink Color GIA Oval From Argyle
Located in New York, NY
DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $12,900 Item Stock Number - OP64367485491 Certificate Number - GIA 2235351714 Shape - Oval Carat Weight - 0.27ct Measurements - 4.96 x 3.44 x 2.12...
Pink Diamond
Pink Diamond - 0.32ct Natural Loose Fancy Deep Orangy Pink (Red Color) GIA Pear
Located in New York, NY
DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $13,500 Item Stock Number - FDP23573587 Certificate Number - GIA 2235736587 Shape - Cushion Carat Weight - 0.32ct Measurements - 5.62 x 3.50 x 2.2...
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0.37ct Argyle Australia Pink Diamond - 7PR Natural Loose Fancy Color Round
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $42,500 Item Stock Number - 342723757246 Certificate Number - Argyle 451305, GIA 7235307979 Shape - Round Carat Weight - 0.37ct...
Pink Diamond
Argyle Australia 0.15ct Natural Loose Fancy Pink 6PP Diamond Princess Cut
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $16,500 Item Stock Number - 8658745779 Certificate Number - Argyle 116109, GIA 6167150774 Shape - Princess Carat Weight - 0.15c...
Pink Diamond
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GIA Certified 0.10ctw Fancy Orangy Pink Natural Round Loose Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION ID #: NYC58606 Stone Shape: Round Diamond Weight: 0.10ctw Fancy Color: Fancy Orangy Pink Cut: Round Brilliant Symmetry: Good Polish: Good Fluorescence : None Measur...
Pink Diamond
0.29ct GIA Fancy Orangy Pink SI1 Clarity Loose Trillion Cut Diamond
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
Discover the beauty of this 0.29 Carat Trillion Cut Fancy Orangey Pink Diamond. With SI1 clarity and GIA certification, this stunning natural diamond showcases a unique blend of pink...
Pink Diamond
GIA Certified 0.27 Carat Fancy Purplish Pink Pear Argyle Loose Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
"A 41660" inscription is indented About This Diamond This 0.27 carat fancy purplish pink diamond represents an exceptional example of natural pink diamond coloration, a phenomenon o...
Pink Diamond
GIA Certified 1.10 Carat Fancy Light Pink Pear Cut Diamond Loose
Located in Miami, FL
Product Specifications: Item Type: Loose Natural Diamond Date Certified: August 10, 2020 Setting Options: Ring, Pendant, or Earrings Diamond Details: Type: Natural Fancy Colored Dia...
Pink Diamond
Argyle Australia 0.17ct Natural Loose Fancy Light Pink Diamond Round VS2 Cert.
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $12,000 Item Stock Number - 5438909913 Certificate Number - Argyle - 378378 Shape - Round Carat Weight - 0.17ct Color - PC1, Pi...
Pink Diamond
2PP From Argyle Australia Pink Diamond - 0.47ct Natural Loose Fancy Deep Purple
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $470,000 Item Stock Number - 147576590012 Certificate Number - GIA 6182430841, Argyle 354825 Shape - Round Carat Weight - 0.47c...
Pink Diamond
WHOLESALE VALUE, 0.14 Carat Natural Fancy Pink Brown Round Shape Loose Diamond
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
IGI , Natural fancy pink brown round shape diamond weighing 0.14 carats. *Free shipping within the U.S.*
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Argyle Australia 0.18ct PC1 Natural Loose Fancy Light Pink Diamond GIA Rd SI1
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $14,500 Item Stock Number - 8658745808 Certificate Number - GIA 2203224690, Argyle 402154 Shape - Round Carat Weight - 0.18ct M...
Pink Diamond
GIA Certified Heart 1.00 Total Carat Weight Natural Loose Yellow & Pink Diamonds
Located in Ramat Gan, Tel Aviv District
GIA Report #5221690928 & #2225671201 GIA Certified Heart 1.00 Total Carat Weight F. Grayish Greenish Yellow & F. Brownish Purple Pink VS1 / I1 Pair. Color: Natural Fancy Grayish Gr...
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Deep Pink Diamond - 0.37ct Natural Loose Fancy Deep Pink Strong Color GIA Oval
Located in New York, NY
DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $16,500 Item Stock Number - DP3514653758 Certificate Number - GIA 16395549 Shape - Oval Carat Weight - 0.37ct Measurements - 4.70 x 3.76 x 2.60 Co...
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GIA Certified 0.62 Carat Fancy Brownish Orangy Pink Oval natural Diamond
By Ajami Diamonds
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Offered is a rare GIA certified natural colored diamond weighing 0.62 carats, beautifully cut as Oval modified brilliant cut. This elegant gemstone displays a captivating Fancy Brown...
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2 Natural Argyle Fancy Purplish Pink Loose Diamonds: 0.046ct x 2. GSL Certified
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
A Pair of Natural Argyle Fancy Intense Purplish Pink Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds: A: 0.046 ct (2.26 – 2.28 x 1.44 mm), VS2 B: 0.046 ct (2.24 – 2.25 x 1.46 mm), P1 Colour Grade:...
Pink Diamond
GIA certified .15ct Fancy Intense Pink Purple Diamond Loose 41114
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified .15ct Natural Diamond Loose Fancy Intense Pink Purple Even 4.00 x 2.69 x 1.88 mm Report # 2235404915 Stating I3 clarity
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Purple Diamond 0.53ct Natural Loose Fancy Pink Purple Color Diamond GIA Oval
Located in New York, NY
DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $14,500 Item Stock Number - PU625487123 Certificate Number - GIA 1216055337 Shape - Oval Carat Weight - 0.53ct Measurements - 5.70 x 4.25 x 2.83 C...
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0.9ct Rare Pink Diamond Round Cut SI1 Loose Stone 2020 Collection
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION GEMSTONE INFORMATION Category - Loose Stones Primary Stone - Diamond Primary Carat Weight - 0.9 Primary Stone Cut - Round Primary Stone Color - Pink Primary Diamo...
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Argyle Australia 0.24ct Natural Loose Fancy Vivid Pink Diamond GIA Pear
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $29,500 Item Stock Number - 31672383 Certificate Number - GIA 1142068568 Shape - Pear Carat Weight - 0.24ct Measurements - 4.85...
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Argyle Australia 0.15ct Natural Loose Fancy Intense Pink 6P Round Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $17,500 Item Stock Number - 8658745799 Certificate Number - Argyle 352754, Shape - Round Carat Weight - 0.15ct Color - 6P, Fanc...
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GIA Argyle Australia 0.02ct Natural Loose Fancy Intense Pink Diamond Baguette
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $4.900 Item Stock Number - 16315724993 Certificate Number - GIA 5212326820 Shape - Baguette Carat Weight - 0.02ct Measurements ...
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Argyle Australia 4P 0.43ct Natural Loose Fancy Vivid Pink Pear Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $235,000 Item Stock Number - A098375987365 Certificate Number - GIA 6203773996, Argyle 395335. GIA 2201180930 Argyle 402213. Sha...
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Argyle Australia 0.20ct Natural Loose Fancy Pink 7PR Diamond Round SI1
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $18,500 Item Stock Number - 8658745787 Certificate Number - Argyle 371267, GIA 1176796232 Shape - Round Carat Weight - 0.18ct M...
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From Argyle Australia 0.20ct Natural Loose Fancy Orangy Pink Color Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $12,000 Item Stock Number - 5438909918 Certificate Number - Argyle - 378269, GIA 1182350520 Shape - Round Carat Weight - 0.20ct...
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Argyle Australia 0.18ct Natural Loose Fancy Intense Pink Diamond Emerald 4PR
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $34,000 Item Stock Number - 5438909916 Certificate Number - Argyle - 358691, GIA 1176105783 Shape - Emerald Carat Weight - 0.18...
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Natural Loose GIA 0.21ct Fancy Orangy Pink Pear Diamond (Natural) – SI1
Located in New York, NY
Offered for resale is a GIA Natural Colored Diamond Report verified diamond (Report #2235868052): a 0.21 carat Pear Modified Brilliant with an eye-catching Fancy Orangy Pink color gr...
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Natural Loose GIA 0.21ct Fancy Orangy Pink Pear Diamond (Natural) – SI1
Located in New York, NY
Offered for resale is a GIA Natural Colored Diamond Report verified diamond (Report #2235868052): a 0.21 carat Pear Modified Brilliant with an eye-catching Fancy Orangy Pink color gr...
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Argyle Australia 0.15ct Natural Loose Fancy Intense Pink 6PR Heart Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $16,500 Item Stock Number - 8658745780 Certificate Number - Argyle 109649, GIA 2155821832 Shape - Heart Carat Weight - 0.15ct M...
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Argyle Australia 0.15ct Natural Loose Fancy Purple Pink 7PP Heart Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $16,500 Item Stock Number - 8658745781 Certificate Number - Argyle 94741, GIA 2155053501 Shape - Heart Carat Weight - 0.15ct Me...
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0.38ct Natural Loose Fancy Purplish Pink Diamond Argyle Australia GIA Oval
Located in New York, NY
DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $18,900 Item Stock Number - AR316537248554 Certificate Number - GIA 7222868193 Shape - Oval Carat Weight - 0.38ct Measurements - 5.37 x 3.79 x 2.4...
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Natural Loose GIA Certified 0.15ct Fancy Orangy Pink Heart Diamond (SI2)
Located in New York, NY
Offered for resale is a natural colored diamond verified by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). This 0.15 carat Heart Modified Brilliant diamond is graded Fancy Orangy Pink ...
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0.44ct Natural Loose Fancy Vivid / Intense Pink Diamonds Parcel Mathing 1.1mm
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price – $13,300 Item Stock Number – 44257547523 Shape – Rounds Carat Weight – 0.44ct Measurements – Matching 1.1mm Each Color – Fancy V...
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From Argyle Australia Diamond 0.73ct Natural Loose Fancy Intense Pink PC3 Color
Located in New York, NY
Dive into the enchanting world of rare colored diamonds with this extraordinary Argyle diamond, a testament to nature’s unparalleled artistry. With its radiant shape, captivating Fan...
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Rare Argyle Australia 0.37ct Natural Loose Fancy Intense Pink 5P Diamond GIA
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $79,500 Item Stock Number - 436458660047 Certificate Number - GIA 2155416076, Argyle 342359 Shape - Radiant Carat Weight - 0.37...
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Argyle Australia 0.23ct Natural Loose Fancy Intense Pink 3PR GIA Pear Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $47,500 Item Stock Number - 8658745792 Certificate Number - Argyle 368287, GIA 5191549269 Shape - Pear Carat Weight - 0.23ct Me...
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Argyle Australia 0.73ct Natural Loose Fancy Intense Pink PC3 Diamond GIA SI2
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $230,000 Item Stock Number - A23625849643 Certificate Number - GIA 5212423280, Argyle 446612 Shape - Radiant Carat Weight - 0.7...
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Argyle Australia 0.53ct Natural Loose Fancy Red Pink 1PR Diamond Oval Shape
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $280,000 Item Stock Number - 31672385 Certificate Number - Argyle 401423 Shape - Radiant Carat Weight - 0.53ct Color - 1PR , Re...
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Argyle Australia 0.18ct Natural Loose Fancy Light Pink Diamond Round SI1 Cert
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $12,000 Item Stock Number - 5438909914 Certificate Number - Argyle - 398953 Shape - Round Carat Weight - 0.18ct Color - 8P, Pin...
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Argyle Australia 0.51ct Natural Loose Fancy Intense Purple Pink 6P Diamond GIA
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $48,000 Item Stock Number - 35736835499 Certificate Number - GIA 2175676474 Shape - Cushion Carat Weight - 0.51ct Measurements ...
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Argyle Australia 0.20ct Natural Loose Fancy Orangy Pink Diamond Round PC2 VS1
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $12,000 Item Stock Number - 5438909919 Certificate Number - Argyle - 403757, GIA 2201224438 Shape - Round Carat Weight - 0.20ct...
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Argyle Australia 0.36ct Natural Loose Fancy Deep Orange Pink PC3 Diamond GIA
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $29,000 Item Stock Number - A58569685480 Certificate Number - Argyle 45588, GIA 1132795977 Shape - Radiant Carat Weight - 0.36c...
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0.18ct Natural Loose Fancy Pink 7P Diamond From Argyle Australia GIA Round
Located in New York, NY
DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $15,000 Item Stock Number - A34245863 Certificate Number - GIA 5181883710, Argyle 311610 Shape - Round Carat Weight - 0.18ct Measurements - 3.52 x...
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Argyle Australia 0.16ct Natural Loose Fancy Pink 6PR Diamond GIA Emerald Cut
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $25,000 Item Stock Number - A34245861 Certificate Number - GIA 2155124405, Argyle 82399 Shape - Emerald Carat Weight - 0.16ct M...
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0.17ct Natural Loose Fancy Intense Purple Pink 7PP Argyle GIA Pear Diamond
Located in New York, NY
DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $25,000 Item Stock Number - A34245860 Certificate Number - GIA 2141306312, Argyle 65101 Shape - Pear Carat Weight - 0.17ct Measurements - 4.55 x 3...
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Rare 0.50ct Natural Loose Fancy Intense Purple Pink Diamond GIA Pear Shape
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $38,000 Item Stock Number - P6542827375 Certificate Number - GIA 2226234749 Shape - Pear Carat Weight - 0.50ct Measurements - 6...
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0.95ct Natural Loose Fancy Orangy Pink Diamond Argyle Australia PC2 GIA Oval
Located in New York, NY
DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $158,000 Item Stock Number - A6542827372 Certificate Number - GIA 5211908119, Argyle 407007 Shape - Oval Carat Weight - 0.95ct Measurements - 7.87...
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Argyle Australia 0.23ct Natural Loose Fancy Intense Pink 5BP Diamond SI1 GIA
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $35,000 Item Stock Number - A58569685479 Certificate Number - Argyle 324558, GIA 2161495747 Shape - Oval Carat Weight - 0.23ct ...
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0.52ct Natural Loose Fancy Intense Pink Color Diamond GIA Certified Cushion SI1
Located in New York, NY
DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $75,000 Item Stock Number - P2235436535 Certificate Number - GIA 2235308590 Shape - Cushion Carat Weight - 0.52ct Measurements - 4.55 x 3.96 x 3.1...
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0.50ct Natural Loose Fancy Purple Pink Color Diamond GIA Certified Radiant SI2
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price – $29,000 Item Stock Number – 761327 Certificate Number – GIA 2171478525 Shape – Radiant Carat Weight – 0.50ct Measurements – 5.0...
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Rare Purple Diamond - 0.71ct Natural Loose Fancy Intense Pink Purple GIA Heart
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $79,900 Item Stock Number - 96853511 Certificate Number - GIA Shape - Heart Carat Weight - 0.71ct Measurements - 5.35 x 5.99 x ...
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Argyle Australia 0.16ct Natural Loose Fancy Intense Pink 7P GIA Heart Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $17,500 Item Stock Number - 8658745791 Certificate Number - Argyle 109269, GIA 2155821841 Shape - Heart Carat Weight - 0.16ct M...
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Argyle Australia 0.22ct Natural Loose Fancy Purple Pink 7P Heart SI2 Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $21,500 Item Stock Number - A46576838657 Certificate Number - GIA 1132796674, ARGYLE 58972 Shape - Heart Carat Weight - 0.22ct ...
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2.65 Carat Loose Natural Pink / I1 Marquise Brilliant Cut Diamond GIA Certified
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Diamond General Info GIA Report Number: 5182448043 Diamond Cut: Marquise Brilliant Measurements: 13.23 x 7.10 x 4.23 mm Diamond Grading Results Carat Weight: 2.65 Clarity Grade: I1 ...
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Argyle Australia 0.16ct Natural Loose Fancy Light Pink 7PR GIA Oval VS1
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $17,500 Item Stock Number - 8658745796 Certificate Number - Argyle 440444, GIA 6214298038 Shape - Oval Carat Weight - 0.16ct Me...
Pink Diamond
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.
Are you shopping for diamonds and other loose gemstones to create your own custom jewelry?
Why might you purchase a diamond or gemstone “loose” — that is, on its own, not mounted in a piece of jewelry? Perhaps you’re a connoisseur looking to acquire a unique investment. The scarcity of high-quality colored diamonds, for instance, especially pink diamonds, means that their value increases over time; the same is true of rare Kashmir sapphires and Burmese rubies. Far rarer than diamonds, Paraiba tourmaline, discovered only in the 1980s, is treasured as much for its extraordinary color as its scarcity, both of which contribute to its high value.
A more common scenario would be that you’re hoping to create a very special piece of custom jewelry, such as an engagement ring or a milestone-birthday present, and want to personally select the most beautiful, unusual, or ultra-rare stone you can find and afford. Doing so adds to the romance and substance of the gift and can be a part of the story told as the jewel is passed from generation to generation.
If this sounds like you, read on for tips on becoming one of the world’s savviest gem hunters.
Educate yourself: When buying any piece of gem-set fine jewelry, you should familiarize yourself with the factors that determine a stone’s price. This will enable you to streamline your search for the perfect gem and have intelligent, productive conversations with sellers.
There is a wealth of information online, such as our diamond-buying guide and this overview of colored gemstones for engagement rings. The buying guides of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), searchable by stone type, are also a widely trusted source for consumers venturing into the world of diamonds and gems for the first time.
Vet your vendor: If you peruse 1stDibs with any regularity, you know there is no shortage of vendors who deal in top-quality loose gemstones. (Read about our vetted sellers.) Finding a trustworthy, established dealer may be as easy as getting a recommendation from friends or family. And, although it may sound obvious, it pays to Google your candidates — and consult customer reviews — before making contact.
Harakh Mehta, designer and founder of the Mumbai, India–based fine-jewelry brand Harakh, has an innate understanding of proper client relations, especially when the customer is in unfamiliar territory. “Start chatting with the dealer, get to know them better," he says. "It’s very important to establish a comfort level. We never push a sale, as we want it to be a carefully considered purchase. So, if the client is not in a rush, we do it over a few virtual meetings or phone calls.”
Request documentation: The best dealers go to great lengths to furnish clients with documents verifying the quality rating, natural origin and provenance of a stone — showing, for example, that loose emerald hails from the famous Muzo mine in Colombia — and disclosing any treatments applied to enhance its appearance. (And who doesn't love emerald jewelry? The most valuable emeralds are the ones that have a deep bluish-green to true green color and no visible inclusions.)
If no grading report is available for a stone you are interested in, the dealer should be able to provide an authenticity document, such as an appraisal or info sheet, that has been signed by an in-house gemologist or professional appraiser. Google those names, too, for extra peace of mind.
Ask for videos and visuals: When transacting with a gem dealer online, you should always request real-time videos and photographs, since professional photos of a stone, usually on a white background, have likely been retouched for optimal presentation.
Read more about how to buy loose gemstones and find your dream gems today on 1stDibs.