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Jabel EGL Certified .30 Carat Round Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Jabel EGL Certified .30 Carat Round Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

Jabel EGL Certified .30 Carat Round Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

By Jabel

Located in Stamford, CT

Size 7.75 and sizable 900 Platinum 3.1 grams Tested: Platinum Stamped: 900 Plat 100 Irid Hallmark

Category

Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cathy Waterman Aquamarine Diamond Bracelet 7 Strand Platinum Estate
Cathy Waterman Aquamarine Diamond Bracelet 7 Strand Platinum Estate

Cathy Waterman Aquamarine Diamond Bracelet 7 Strand Platinum Estate

By Cathy Waterman

Located in Torrance, CA

. Metal & Hallmark: 900 platinum. The bracelet is hallmarked "900PT" and "CW" for Cathy Waterman.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Diamond Jabot Pin Platinum Brooch Fine Heirloom Jewelry
Antique Edwardian Diamond Jabot Pin Platinum Brooch Fine Heirloom Jewelry

Antique Edwardian Diamond Jabot Pin Platinum Brooch Fine Heirloom Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed antique Edwardian diamond Jabot pin crafted in 800-900 range platinum (circa 1910s

Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Platinum 3.21ctw Large Deep Blue Oval Sapphire Diamond Ballerina Statement Ring
Platinum 3.21ctw Large Deep Blue Oval Sapphire Diamond Ballerina Statement Ring

Platinum 3.21ctw Large Deep Blue Oval Sapphire Diamond Ballerina Statement Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

: Solid .900 Platinum Weight: 10.5 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (Fitted on a finger. We can custom size this ring

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Platinum Ideal 5.02ctw GIA Round & Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring
Vintage Platinum Ideal 5.02ctw GIA Round & Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring

Vintage Platinum Ideal 5.02ctw GIA Round & Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

: 5.02 (approx.) Material: Solid .900 Platinum Weight: 10.51 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 (We can custom size

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Richard Krementz 18k Gold & Platinum Oval Tanzanite w/ Diamond Channel Ring
Richard Krementz 18k Gold & Platinum Oval Tanzanite w/ Diamond Channel Ring

Richard Krementz 18k Gold & Platinum Oval Tanzanite w/ Diamond Channel Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 0.20ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold w/ .900+ Platinum Weight

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

AQUAMARINES 1950 Long Station Necklace In Platinum With 72.98 Ctw Aquamarines
AQUAMARINES 1950 Long Station Necklace In Platinum With 72.98 Ctw Aquamarines

AQUAMARINES 1950 Long Station Necklace In Platinum With 72.98 Ctw Aquamarines

Located in Miami, FL

solid .900/.999 platinum with polished finish and is fitted with a spring ring security lock. Can be

Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Platinum

9.33 ctw Mid-Century No Heat Color Change Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring
9.33 ctw Mid-Century No Heat Color Change Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring

9.33 ctw Mid-Century No Heat Color Change Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Tysons, VA

natural beauty. Type: Cocktail Ring Era / Style: Mid-Century Metal: Platinum Metal Purity: Plat-900

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Antique 2.38 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring, Circa 1935
Antique 2.38 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring, Circa 1935

Antique 2.38 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring, Circa 1935

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

platinum shank. The interior of the shank is hallmarked with the platinum mark (100 IRID 900 PLAT). This

Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Classic Style Platinum 3.19ctw Oval Cabochon Opal w/ Diamond Halo Ring
Classic Style Platinum 3.19ctw Oval Cabochon Opal w/ Diamond Halo Ring

Classic Style Platinum 3.19ctw Oval Cabochon Opal w/ Diamond Halo Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

Weight: 3.19 (exact) Material: Solid .900 Platinum (tested) - Stamped PT900 Weight: 7.08 Grams Ring Size

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Platinum High Quality 3.13ctw Opal Diamond Floral Ballerina Design Cocktail Ring
Platinum High Quality 3.13ctw Opal Diamond Floral Ballerina Design Cocktail Ring

Platinum High Quality 3.13ctw Opal Diamond Floral Ballerina Design Cocktail Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

Weight: 3.13 (exact) Material: Solid .900 Platinum (tested) - Stamped PT900 Weight: 9.64 Grams Ring Size

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, Platinum

Platinum GIA Graded 5.93ctw Oval Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Target Ring
Platinum GIA Graded 5.93ctw Oval Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Target Ring

Platinum GIA Graded 5.93ctw Oval Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Target Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

(exact) Total Carat Weight: 5.93 (exact) Material: Solid .900 Platinum (tested) - Stamped P.m900 Weight

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

VEVER PARIS 1900 Edwardian Enamelled Platinum Necklace With Diamonds & Pearls
VEVER PARIS 1900 Edwardian Enamelled Platinum Necklace With Diamonds & Pearls

VEVER PARIS 1900 Edwardian Enamelled Platinum Necklace With Diamonds & Pearls

$23,120Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 3.5 in W 1.5 in D 0.43 in L 17.75 in

VEVER PARIS 1900 Edwardian Enamelled Platinum Necklace With Diamonds & Pearls

Located in Miami, FL

fabulous piece has been masterfully crafted in .900/.999 platinum and mounted with an almond-shaped panel

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Platinum, Enamel

Antique Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Platinum .60ct Diamond Engagement Ring Box Paper
Antique Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Platinum .60ct Diamond Engagement Ring Box Paper

Antique Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Platinum .60ct Diamond Engagement Ring Box Paper

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Montclair, NJ

: Solid .900+ Platinum Weight: 3.13 Grams Ring Size: 7.0 (fitted on a finger. We can custom size this ring

Category

Antique 19th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Fine Natural 5.45ct Australian Black Opal And Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Fine Natural 5.45ct Australian Black Opal And Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace

Fine Natural 5.45ct Australian Black Opal And Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace

By Gems and Jewels UK

Located in Birmingham, GB

the colour flashes. This top grade opal is set in a bespoke made 900 platinum diamond halo pendant

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

Blue Nile Platinum 0.60ctw Channel Set Square Step Diamond Wedding Band Ring
Blue Nile Platinum 0.60ctw Channel Set Square Step Diamond Wedding Band Ring

Blue Nile Platinum 0.60ctw Channel Set Square Step Diamond Wedding Band Ring

By Blue Nile

Located in Montclair, NJ

/VS1 Clarity Total Carat Weight: 0.60 (approx.) Material: Solid .900+ Platinum Weight: 4.80 Grams Ring

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

New Platinum 8.80ctw Fiery F VS2 Round Brilliant Diamond Line Tennis Bracelet
New Platinum 8.80ctw Fiery F VS2 Round Brilliant Diamond Line Tennis Bracelet

New Platinum 8.80ctw Fiery F VS2 Round Brilliant Diamond Line Tennis Bracelet

Located in Montclair, NJ

- VS2 Clarity - 8.80ctw (exact) Material: Solid .900+ Platinum Weight: 27.64 Grams Chain Type: Line

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 10.03 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
GIA Certified 10.03 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring

GIA Certified 10.03 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring

By Gad & Co.

Located in Miami, FL

Certificate Number: #2155926250 Ring Details: Ring Type: 3-Stone Ring Metal: Platinum (PT 900) Ring Weight

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 10.99 Carat Oval Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
GIA Certified 10.99 Carat Oval Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

GIA Certified 10.99 Carat Oval Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

diamonds, H-I VS SI approx. .27cts Size 6.5 and sizable Platinum Stamped: PT 900 12.3 grams Width at top

Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum 1.25ctw Diamond Green Stones Unique Shield Dinner Ring
Art Deco Platinum 1.25ctw Diamond Green Stones Unique Shield Dinner Ring

Art Deco Platinum 1.25ctw Diamond Green Stones Unique Shield Dinner Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

: Solid .900+ Platinum Weight: 4.42 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 ( fitted on finger, please contact us prior to

Category

Antique 19th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

9.29ct Vivid Blue Emerald Cut Aquamarine And Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
9.29ct Vivid Blue Emerald Cut Aquamarine And Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring

9.29ct Vivid Blue Emerald Cut Aquamarine And Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring

Located in Birmingham, GB

a beautiful modern 900 platinum ring with 6 round brilliant cut diamond accents of G/H colour SI1

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Platinum 1.55ct Oval Bezel Sapphire Solitaire Brushed Finish Low Profile Ring
Platinum 1.55ct Oval Bezel Sapphire Solitaire Brushed Finish Low Profile Ring

Platinum 1.55ct Oval Bezel Sapphire Solitaire Brushed Finish Low Profile Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

(Exact-certified) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** Material: Solid .900+ Platinum

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Platinum

Platinum GIA 6.83ctw No Heat Deep Blue Sapphire & Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace
Platinum GIA 6.83ctw No Heat Deep Blue Sapphire & Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace

Platinum GIA 6.83ctw No Heat Deep Blue Sapphire & Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace

Located in Montclair, NJ

- 1.20ct (exact) Total Carat Weight: 6.83 (exact) Material: Solid Platinum .850 Platinum Chain with .900

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Platinum GIA 22.91ctw Spessartine Spessartite Garnet & Diamond Split Shank Ring
Platinum GIA 22.91ctw Spessartine Spessartite Garnet & Diamond Split Shank Ring

Platinum GIA 22.91ctw Spessartine Spessartite Garnet & Diamond Split Shank Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

Clarity - 0.89ctw (exact) Total Carat Weight: 22.91 (approx.) Material: Solid .900+ Platinum Weight: 14.5

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Platinum

6.43 Carat Purple Pink Natural Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
6.43 Carat Purple Pink Natural Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

6.43 Carat Purple Pink Natural Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

– SI1 Size 6 and sizeable 900 Platinum Tested: Platinum Stamped: Pt 900 6.4 grams Width at top: 12.2mm

Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum

Briolette 0.60ct Diamond Fringe Earrings Estate Platinum Drops Fine Jewelry
Briolette 0.60ct Diamond Fringe Earrings Estate Platinum Drops Fine Jewelry

Briolette 0.60ct Diamond Fringe Earrings Estate Platinum Drops Fine Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Elegant pair of contemporary estate briolette diamond drop earrings crafted in 900 platinum. 12

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

New Platinum GIA 1.19ct Cushion No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Solitaire Brushed Ring
New Platinum GIA 1.19ct Cushion No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Solitaire Brushed Ring

New Platinum GIA 1.19ct Cushion No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Solitaire Brushed Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

: Solid .900+ Platinum - stamped PLAT Weight: 4.66 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (Fitted on a finger, please

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Platinum

CARTIER London 1960 Gipsy Ring In Platinum With Burmese Ruby & Diamonds
CARTIER London 1960 Gipsy Ring In Platinum With Burmese Ruby & Diamonds

CARTIER London 1960 Gipsy Ring In Platinum With Burmese Ruby & Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

vintage ring has been masterfully hand crafted in solid .900/.999 platinum with a delicate and thin

Category

Vintage 1960s French Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum

CARTIER Art-Deco 1938 Certified Necklace In Platinum With Diamonds & Sapphires
CARTIER Art-Deco 1938 Certified Necklace In Platinum With Diamonds & Sapphires

CARTIER Art-Deco 1938 Certified Necklace In Platinum With Diamonds & Sapphires

$21,200Sale Price|20% Off

H 0.51 in W 0.51 in D 0.39 in L 17 in

CARTIER Art-Deco 1938 Certified Necklace In Platinum With Diamonds & Sapphires

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

has been masterfully crafted as a station with a cluster in solid .900/.999 platinum with high

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage 14k Gold Platinum Diamond Chain w/ Opal Ruby Swan Charm Pendant Necklace
Vintage 14k Gold Platinum Diamond Chain w/ Opal Ruby Swan Charm Pendant Necklace

Vintage 14k Gold Platinum Diamond Chain w/ Opal Ruby Swan Charm Pendant Necklace

Located in Montclair, NJ

Platinum Center w/ Solid 14k White Gold Snake Link Charm: Solid .900 Platinum Total Weight: 22.66 Grams

Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Platinum

Platinum GIA 5.05ct Cushion Oval Bezel Sapphire Solitaire Low Brushed Ring
Platinum GIA 5.05ct Cushion Oval Bezel Sapphire Solitaire Low Brushed Ring

Platinum GIA 5.05ct Cushion Oval Bezel Sapphire Solitaire Low Brushed Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

(Exact-certified) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** Material: Solid .900+ Platinum

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Platinum

Diamond Leaf Eternity Ring Platinum Band Vintage Fine Jewelry Estate
Diamond Leaf Eternity Ring Platinum Band Vintage Fine Jewelry Estate

Diamond Leaf Eternity Ring Platinum Band Vintage Fine Jewelry Estate

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed vintage diamond eternity ring, crafted in 900 platinum. A total of 49 round

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Platinum High Quality 4.35ctw Opal & Diamond Halo Classic Ring
Vintage Platinum High Quality 4.35ctw Opal & Diamond Halo Classic Ring

Vintage Platinum High Quality 4.35ctw Opal & Diamond Halo Classic Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

Weight: 4.35 (approx.) Material: Solid .900+ Platinum w/ Yellow Gold Prongs Weight: 5.58 Grams Ring Size

Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

BELLE EPOQUE 1910 Antique Convertible Platinum Necklace Brooch With Diamonds
BELLE EPOQUE 1910 Antique Convertible Platinum Necklace Brooch With Diamonds

BELLE EPOQUE 1910 Antique Convertible Platinum Necklace Brooch With Diamonds

$15,160Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 2.36 in W 1.58 in L 20 in

BELLE EPOQUE 1910 Antique Convertible Platinum Necklace Brooch With Diamonds

Located in Miami, FL

converted into a brooch, with multiples parts made up in solid .900/.999 platinum and 18 karats yellow gold

Category

Vintage 1910s American Belle Époque Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

FRENCH 1938 Art-Deco Platinum Clips Earrings With 27.62 Ctw Diamonds &
FRENCH 1938 Art-Deco Platinum Clips Earrings With 27.62 Ctw Diamonds &

FRENCH 1938 Art-Deco Platinum Clips Earrings With 27.62 Ctw Diamonds &

$9,588Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 1.26 in L 1.18 in

FRENCH 1938 Art-Deco Platinum Clips Earrings With 27.62 Ctw Diamonds &

Located in Miami, FL

has been designed as a left and right in solid .900/.999 platinum and embellished with forty-two

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, White Diamond, Platinum

Platinum GIA 2.56ctw No Heat Emerald Cut Sapphire & Pave Diamond Ring
Platinum GIA 2.56ctw No Heat Emerald Cut Sapphire & Pave Diamond Ring

Platinum GIA 2.56ctw No Heat Emerald Cut Sapphire & Pave Diamond Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

.) Total Carat Weight: 2.56 (approx.) Material: Solid .900+ Platinum Weight: 7.30 Grams Ring Size: 6.5

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Platinum GIA 1.52ct Oval Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Platinum GIA 1.52ct Oval Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Platinum GIA 1.52ct Oval Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Montclair, NJ

: 1.52 (exact) Material: Solid .900+ Platinum Weight: 4.93 Grams Ring Size: 9.5 (We can custom size this

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

2.53ct Vivid Blue Oval Cut Santa Maria Aquamarine & Pavé Diamond Platinum Ring
2.53ct Vivid Blue Oval Cut Santa Maria Aquamarine & Pavé Diamond Platinum Ring

2.53ct Vivid Blue Oval Cut Santa Maria Aquamarine & Pavé Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Birmingham, GB

. This fine quality Santa Maria aquamarine is set in a beautiful modern 900 platinum ring with pavé set

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Platinum GIA 5.89ct Large Oval Sapphire w/ Dual Halo Diamond Pendant Necklace
Platinum GIA 5.89ct Large Oval Sapphire w/ Dual Halo Diamond Pendant Necklace

Platinum GIA 5.89ct Large Oval Sapphire w/ Dual Halo Diamond Pendant Necklace

Located in Montclair, NJ

) Total Carat Weight: 5.89 (exact) Material: Solid .850 Platinum Chain with .900 Platinum Pendant Weight

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

COLORWONDER Tanzanite Rhodochrosite Pendant w. Chain 10 / 2 ct AAA+ Platinum
COLORWONDER Tanzanite Rhodochrosite Pendant w. Chain 10 / 2 ct AAA+ Platinum

COLORWONDER Tanzanite Rhodochrosite Pendant w. Chain 10 / 2 ct AAA+ Platinum

Located in Viena, Viena

oval-faceted rhodochrosite in rare purity and colour AAA+, approx. 1.84 ct, pendant with chain in 900

Category

2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Spinel, Tanzanite, Platinum

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Platinum 900 For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact platinum 900 you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 38 vintage editions and 77 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect platinum 900 may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic platinum 900 over the years, but those made by Malpani Jewels, SHIHARA and Spark Creations are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and marquise cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a platinum 900 for sale for women should be easy, but there are 55 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Platinum 900?

Prices for a platinum 900 can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $600 and can go as high as $38,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,575.

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.