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Robert Procop Rubellite '12.95ctw' and Diamond '2.10ctw' Dangles
Robert Procop Rubellite '12.95ctw' and Diamond '2.10ctw' Dangles

Robert Procop Rubellite '12.95ctw' and Diamond '2.10ctw' Dangles

By Robert Procop

Located in Dallas, TX

Robert Procop rubellite and diamond dangles in 18K white gold.

Category

2010s Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold

Robert Procop Platinum Tsavorite Garnet Diamond Ring
Robert Procop Platinum Tsavorite Garnet Diamond Ring

Robert Procop Platinum Tsavorite Garnet Diamond Ring

By Robert Procop

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Vibrant green 10.29 carat tsavorite garnet set in a handmade platinum and diamond mounting by Robert Procop. Tsavorite garnet surrounded by twenty-two round brilliant-cut diamonds in...

Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, White Gold, Platinum

Robert Procop 1.57 Carats Diamond Luminous Twinkle Star Platinum Earrings
Robert Procop 1.57 Carats Diamond Luminous Twinkle Star Platinum Earrings

Robert Procop 1.57 Carats Diamond Luminous Twinkle Star Platinum Earrings

By Robert Procop

Located in Chevy Chase, MD

A beautiful pair of Diamond earring by designer Robert Procop! The earrings feature a center round brilliant cut Diamond, surrounded by eight triangular cut Diamonds for a total wei...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Robert Procop 2.60 Carat Diamond Luminous Starburst Pendant Necklace
Robert Procop 2.60 Carat Diamond Luminous Starburst Pendant Necklace

Robert Procop 2.60 Carat Diamond Luminous Starburst Pendant Necklace

By Robert Procop

Located in Chevy Chase, MD

Created by world famous designer Robert Procop, this Diamond Luminous Satrburst pendant necklace stuns with 2.60 carats in Diamonds.

Category

2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Robert Procop 2.05 Carat Cushion Shaped Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Robert Procop 2.05 Carat Cushion Shaped Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Robert Procop 2.05 Carat Cushion Shaped Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring

By Robert Procop

Located in Chevy Chase, MD

A stunning handcrafted pink Sapphire and Diamond ring by Robert Procop! The center cushion shaped pink Sapphire is 2.05 carats, set in a four prong basket, with a single round brill...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

Robert Procop 2.96 Carat Ruby Luminous Starburst Pendant Necklace in Rose Gold
Robert Procop 2.96 Carat Ruby Luminous Starburst Pendant Necklace in Rose Gold

Robert Procop 2.96 Carat Ruby Luminous Starburst Pendant Necklace in Rose Gold

By Robert Procop

Located in Chevy Chase, MD

Created by world famous designer Robert Procop, this Ruby Luminous Starburst pendant necklace stuns with 2.96 carats in Rubies.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

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Robert Procop Platinum '3.40 CT' Non Heat Treated Pink Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Robert Procop Platinum '3.40 CT' Non Heat Treated Pink Sapphire & Diamond Ring

Robert Procop Platinum '3.40 CT' Non Heat Treated Pink Sapphire & Diamond Ring

By Robert Procop

Located in DAYTON, OH

From designer Robert Procop, this platinum sapphire ring features a 3.40 carat non heat treated cushion cut pink sapphire as well as ten channel set square diamonds totaling .80 cara...

Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

Robert Procop Sapphire Diamond Eternity Celebration Flexible Bracelet
Robert Procop Sapphire Diamond Eternity Celebration Flexible Bracelet

Robert Procop Sapphire Diamond Eternity Celebration Flexible Bracelet

By Robert Procop

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Certificate of Authenticity: Accompanied by the Robert Procop certificate of authenticity.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Robert Procop Tsavorite Sapphire Diamond American Glamour Earrings
Robert Procop Tsavorite Sapphire Diamond American Glamour Earrings

Robert Procop Tsavorite Sapphire Diamond American Glamour Earrings

By Robert Procop

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Master jewelry designer Robert Procop and his exquisite pieces are favored by Hollywood's elite including Angela Jolie and Brooke Shields.

Category

2010s American Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Robert Procop American Glamour Purple and Pink Sapphire Ring in 18 Karat
Robert Procop American Glamour Purple and Pink Sapphire Ring in 18 Karat

Robert Procop American Glamour Purple and Pink Sapphire Ring in 18 Karat

By Robert Procop

Located in Carmel, IN

All of the gemstones by Robert Procop are of the finest untreated quality.

Category

2010s American Dome Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Robert Procop 11.10 Carats Queen of Diamonds White Gold Stretch Bracelet
Robert Procop 11.10 Carats Queen of Diamonds White Gold Stretch Bracelet

Robert Procop 11.10 Carats Queen of Diamonds White Gold Stretch Bracelet

By Robert Procop

Located in Chevy Chase, MD

An amazing hand crafted bracelet by designer Robert Procop! This bracelet features 544 round brilliant Diamonds set in 18K white gold all the way around the bracelet, for a total we...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Robert Procop Emerald (7.13CT) Sapphire (6.82TW) and Diamond Platinum Bracelet
Robert Procop Emerald (7.13CT) Sapphire (6.82TW) and Diamond Platinum Bracelet

Robert Procop Emerald (7.13CT) Sapphire (6.82TW) and Diamond Platinum Bracelet

By Robert Procop

Located in Carmel, IN

This beautiful Robert Procop bracelet has 7.13 carats of emeralds, 6.82 carats of sapphires and 2.68 carats of diamonds.

Category

2010s American Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum

Robert Procop De La Vie Collection Diamond Cluster Platinum Pendant Necklace
Robert Procop De La Vie Collection Diamond Cluster Platinum Pendant Necklace

Robert Procop De La Vie Collection Diamond Cluster Platinum Pendant Necklace

By Robert Procop

Located in Chevy Chase, MD

An absolutely gorgeous Robert Procop De La Vie Collection Diamond cluster pendant!

Category

2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Robert Procop De La Vie Blue Sapphire and Aquamarine Platinum Hoop Earrings
Robert Procop De La Vie Blue Sapphire and Aquamarine Platinum Hoop Earrings

Robert Procop De La Vie Blue Sapphire and Aquamarine Platinum Hoop Earrings

By Robert Procop

Located in Chevy Chase, MD

An absolutely stunning Robert Procop De La Vie Collection pair of earrings!

Category

2010s American Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

15.69ct Purple Star Sapphire 3.89cttw Blue & Pink Sapphire in Platinum R. Procop
15.69ct Purple Star Sapphire 3.89cttw Blue & Pink Sapphire in Platinum R. Procop

15.69ct Purple Star Sapphire 3.89cttw Blue & Pink Sapphire in Platinum R. Procop

By Robert Procop

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

These additional gemstones are oval cut and round cut pink and blue sapphires weighing an additional 3.89 carats, set in platinum. New, Robert Procop

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum

Robert Procop White Gold Rubellite Tourmaline Ring with Diamonds
Robert Procop White Gold Rubellite Tourmaline Ring with Diamonds

Robert Procop White Gold Rubellite Tourmaline Ring with Diamonds

By Robert Procop

Located in Dallas, TX

Robert Procop 18K White Gold Rubellite Tourmaline ring (9.80ct) with Diamonds (apprx 1.14ctw).

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

Robert Procop De La Vie Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Band Ring
Robert Procop De La Vie Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Band Ring

Robert Procop De La Vie Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Band Ring

By Robert Procop

Located in Chevy Chase, MD

An absolutely amazing Robert Procop De La Vie Collection band ring! The ring handcrafted in platinum with bright blue Sapphires and scintillating Diamonds.

Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Robert Procop Oval-Shaped Rubellite Cocktail Ring

Robert Procop Oval-Shaped Rubellite Cocktail Ring

By Robert Procop

Located in Greenwich, CT

Rubellite weighing 31.74 carats with 120 rubies weighing 6.97 total carats, 122 pink sapphires weighing 6.29 total carats, and 22 diamonds weighing 0.47 total carats. Designed by Rob...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold

Robert Procop Sapphire Tsavorite Diamond Wide Bracelet

Robert Procop Sapphire Tsavorite Diamond Wide Bracelet

By Robert Procop

Located in Greenwich, CT

"American Glamour" wide bracelet, showcasing oval-shaped and round-cut blue sapphires and green tsavorite garnets, accented by round brilliant-cut diamonds, in 18k white gold, signed...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Robert Procop 10.58 Carat Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Robert Procop 10.58 Carat Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Robert Procop 10.58 Carat Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Ring

By Robert Procop

Located in Greenwich, CT

Yellow sapphire and diamond cocktail ring, showcasing a natural cushion-cut yellow sapphire weighing 10.58 carats flanked on either side by graduated round-cut diamonds weighing 1.79...

Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Robert Procop 15.03 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Cocktail Ring
Robert Procop 15.03 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Cocktail Ring

Robert Procop 15.03 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Cocktail Ring

By Robert Procop

Located in Greenwich, CT

Cocktail ring, centering an oval-shaped Paraiba tourmaline weighing 15.03 carats, encircled by a row of round-cut diamonds and carved quartz, mounted in a fancy 18k white gold settin...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Robert Procop Sapphire, Tsavorite & Diamond Drop Earrings

Robert Procop Sapphire, Tsavorite & Diamond Drop Earrings

By Robert Procop

Located in Greenwich, CT

Blue sapphire, green tsavorite garnet and white diamond drop earrings in 18k white gold, designed as a pavé-set diamond hinged hoop earring, suspending scalloped pavé-set sapphire, t...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Earrings

Materials

Garnet, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Robert Procop 15.03 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Cocktail Ring
Robert Procop 15.03 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Cocktail Ring

Robert Procop 15.03 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Cocktail Ring

By Robert Procop

Located in Greenwich, CT

Cocktail ring, centering an oval-shaped natural Paraiba tourmaline weighing 15.03 carats, encircled by a row of round-cut diamonds and carved quartz, mounted in a fancy 18k white gol...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k...

Robert Procop Very Light Blue and Pink Diamond Cluster Ring

Robert Procop Very Light Blue and Pink Diamond Cluster Ring

By Robert Procop

Located in Greenwich, CT

Multicolored diamond cluster ring, centering a natural very light blue diamond weighing 0.96 carats framed by natural fancy pink diamonds, in 18k white and pink gold, by Robert Proco...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Pink Diamond, White Gold

Robert Procop 9.10 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Robert Procop 9.10 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

Robert Procop 9.10 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

By Robert Procop

Located in Greenwich, CT

Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring, showcasing a natural cushion-cut sapphire weighing 9.10 carats, with a round-cut diamond surround and partway five-row pavé diamond band, mounted in...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum

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By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

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Materials

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Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A rare and meaningful 4.54 carat oval ruby and diamond three stone ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, crafted in platinum and 18K yellow gold. Centered by a vivid oval ruby accom...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Gold

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7.55 Carat Peach Tourmaline Emerald Cut Platinum Diamond Ring

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By Merkaba

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

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Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

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Emerald and Diamond Drop Necklace

By Diamond Scene

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful emerald and diamond necklace with an very important look. 12.05 carats of fine green emeralds. 28.04 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds. 18k white gold The de...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

A vintage pair of rubellite and diamond drop earrings
A vintage pair of rubellite and diamond drop earrings

A vintage pair of rubellite and diamond drop earrings

Located in London, GB

A vintage pair of rubellite and diamond drop earrings, each earring set with an octagonal-cut rubellite, the one weighing 6.90 carats and the other 6.95 carats, each with three small...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire Cabs 14kt Solid Gold Blue Chalcedony Cushion Shape Stud Earrings
Blue Sapphire Cabs 14kt Solid Gold Blue Chalcedony Cushion Shape Stud Earrings

Blue Sapphire Cabs 14kt Solid Gold Blue Chalcedony Cushion Shape Stud Earrings

By Tutti Frutti Jewellery

Located in Bangkok, TH

These simple but elegant and handmade earrings have 2 Oval Blue Sapphire cabs measuring 8 x 10 mm set in a 14 Kt yellow gold bezel at the top to which are suspended 2 Cushion Shap...

Category

2010s Thai Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermes Birkin 25 Bag Aubergine Crocodile Gold Hardware
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Hermes Birkin 25 Bag Aubergine Crocodile Gold Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin 25 bag featured in rich, saturated Aubergine crocodile. Rarely produced this exquisite jewel toned beauty is a must have for any Hermes aficionado...

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Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s

Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s

Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE

Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...

Category

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Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver

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Located in Bangkok, TH

An extraordinary and remarkable Sapphire Ring that we're sure you won't come across this easily. This beauty has a massive 8.22 Carat Sapphire!! The Sapphire centerpiece originates f...

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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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Suzanne Belperron Ring of Rock Crystal and Diamonds
Suzanne Belperron Ring of Rock Crystal and Diamonds

Suzanne Belperron Ring of Rock Crystal and Diamonds

By Suzanne Belperron

Located in Riverdale, NY

Elegant and rare Suzanne Belperron Ring of Rock Crystal and Diamonds from the 1930's. Iconic design of hand carved rock crystal of bombe form with an inserted panel of bright pave di...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, Platinum, 18k Gold

Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 7.02 Carat Natural Blue Diamond Ring
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 7.02 Carat Natural Blue Diamond Ring

Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 7.02 Carat Natural Blue Diamond Ring

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

From the museum vault at Emilio Jewelry New York, One of the rarest and only diamonds of its size and color. Please inquire for details.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Blue Diamond

Bulgari Twin Ring 5.79ct Emerald and 7.25ct Diamond 18k Gold and Platinum
Bulgari Twin Ring 5.79ct Emerald and 7.25ct Diamond 18k Gold and Platinum

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By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

This chic BULGARI cocktail ring features an exceptional 5.79 carat AGL certified Colombian emerald and a GIA certified 7.25 carat square emerlad-cut diamond of E color and VS1 clarit...

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Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

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Located in Miami, FL

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Materials

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By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Vintage 7.43 Carat Emerald Diamond Deco Platinum Ring
Vintage 7.43 Carat Emerald Diamond Deco Platinum Ring

Vintage 7.43 Carat Emerald Diamond Deco Platinum Ring

Located in Miami, FL

Treat yourself to this irresistibly stunning 5.93 carat emerald diamond platinum ring!  Crafted in platinum with the center deep green emerald of approximately 5.93 carats. The vivi...

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Tiffany & Co., 5.26 Carat Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond "Novo" Engagement Ring

Tiffany & Co., 5.26 Carat Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond "Novo" Engagement Ring

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Diamond cut: Oval Brilliant Carat: 5.10 carats Measurements: 13.00 x 10.00 x 6.23 mm Color: H Clarity: VS1 Cut: Excellent Polish: Very Good Symmetry: Excellent Inscription: T&Co. X0...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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Robert Procop For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact robert procop 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. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but 2.5 Carat and 3 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Take a look at a robert procop featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also pear cut and mixed cut versions for sale. When shopping for a robert procop, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Robert Procop?

The price for a robert procop starts at $13,000 and tops out at $100,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $58,800.

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).

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