Violet Diamond
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Blue Diamond, Pink Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings
Tanzanite, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Drop Earrings
Diamond, Jade, Rose Gold
Early 2000s Drop Earrings
Diamond, Jade, Rose Gold
2010s Japanese Link Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings
Tanzanite, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, ...
Late 20th Century Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Spinel, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
2010s Hong Kong Artisan Fashion Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Titanium
Vintage 1950s American Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century French Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s German Brooches
Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s German Art Deco Engagement Rings
Charoite, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Modern Bridal Rings
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Amethyst, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s German Contemporary Cufflinks
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Chalcedony, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Spinel, Platinum, 18k Gold, Whit...
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Chalcedony, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Chalcedony, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings
Purple Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, White ...
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Violet Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Violet Diamond?
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 rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.