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Creator: Cartier
Gemstone: Diamond
Cartier Love Diamond Ceramic Yellow and Rose Gold 3 Hoops Silk Cord Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2381
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2012
Model B6038500
Serial Number SD****
Metal 18k Yellow Gold, 18k Rose Gold
Stones Diamond
Weight 4.3 g
Condition Excellent
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Category
2010s French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier 0.24ct Brilliant Cut Solitaire Diamond 18ct Rose Gold 1895 Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 0.24ct Brilliant Cut Solitaire Diamond 18ct Rose Gold 1895 Ring
Brand- Cartier
Model- 0.24ct Diamond 1895 Ring
Product Type- Ring
Serial Number- DG****
Age- Circa 2018
Accom...
Category
2010s Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Tank Américaine 18 Karat Rose Gold Model 2504 with Double Row Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Tank Américaine with double row diamonds
Model 2504
18k Rose Gold
Serial 136XXXX
Automatic Movement
c.2010
Excellent unworn condition. Ships in Cartier Original Box.
In...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Himalia Pearl and Diamond Necklace
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming necklace from the world renowned jewellery house of Cartier. This elegant piece showcases an open pendant with a open minimalist design pendant and filled wit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Love Bracelet B6038300
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
An 18k yellow gold bracelet by Cartier from the Love collection. The bracelet features a double yellow gold bracelet knotted to an open circular motif engraved with 'LOVE', the 'O' i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Brilliant Cut 0.24ct Diamond 18ct White Gold 1895 Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Brilliant Cut 0.24ct Diamond 18ct White Gold 1895 Necklace
Brand- Cartier
Model- 1895 Diamond Necklace
Product Type- Necklace
Serial Number- NU****
Age- Circa 2022
Accompani...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 1970s Cartier Horse Head Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18K yellow gold featuring Diamonds and Emeralds for the eyes.
Signed by Cartier
Size 6 1/2 inches
Circa 1970s
Category
1970s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Cartier Ruban Diamond White Gold Ring Size 7
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier ring with Diamonds
Material 18K White Gold
Diamonds .80ctw
Diamond VVS-VS Clarity
Color Grade E-F
Ring Size 7
Weight 11.4gr total
Condition Excellent
Cartier Ring Box Inc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 1960s Lapis Lazuli Turquoise Diamond Gold Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pair of delicate vintage earrings by Cartier, set in 18k gold, featuring lapis lazuli in the center, surrounded with turquoise and a total of approximately 0.70ctw G/VS diamonds. Ear...
Category
20th Century French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu 18k Rose Gold Factory Diamond Dial Ref. 3003 Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier
Model: Ballon Bleu
Movement: Automatic
Case Size: 36 mm
Dial: White Crème; Diamond Hour Markers
Bezel: 18k Rose Gold
Case Material: 18k Rose Gold
Band Material:...
Category
2010s Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold
Rare Cartier Tank watch with jewelled bracelet
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
This rare Cartier Tank watch has an 18k gold bracelet adorned with round cut diamonds and invisible setting sapphires. The length of the bracelet is 17cm. It is a stunning piece.
Category
1980s European Contemporary Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Art Deco Platinum Seed Pearl Diamond Onyx Tassel Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite and rare piece, Cartier platinum tassel brooch from Art Deco era, set with seed pearls ( 1.5mm), approximately 1.00ctw G/Vs diamonds, black onyx and enamel. Brooch measu...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Platinum
Cartier Platinum GIA Certified 0.82ct Round Brilliant Natural Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Designer: Cartier
Diamond Details:
GIA Certified 0.82ct Round brilliant Natural Diamond Ring, Box and Papers
6.03-6.10 x 3.68mm
GIA: 1126999843
Color: D
Clarity: Internally Flawle...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier White Gold Half Diamond Love Ring Size 56 B4032500
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
An 18k white gold ring from the Love collection by Cartier. The ring is set with 3 round brilliant cut diamonds totaling 0.22ct, alternating between the iconic screw motifs. 5.5mm wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Platinum Diamond Love Ring Size 51 B4046700
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A Cartier diamond ring in platinum from the Love collection. The ring comprises of the iconic Cartier screws and a single round brilliant cut diamond set in the centre. Measuring 5.5...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier White Gold Full Diamond Love Bracelet Size 20 B6040720
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
An iconic 18k white gold full diamond Cartier bracelet from the Love collection. The bracelet is set with 10 round brilliant cut diamonds circulating the outer edge throughout in a r...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier White Gold Diamond & Sapphire Lanieres Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A timeless 18k white gold diamond and sapphire ring by Cartier from the Lanieres collection. The ring is claw set with 12 alternating round brilliant cut diamonds and sapphires, comp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Half Diamond Love Bracelet Size 17 B6036017
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
An 18k rose gold half diamond Cartier bracelet from the Love collection. The iconic screw motif alternates with 4 round brilliant cut diamonds on the outer edge of the bracelet total...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Half Diamond Love Bracelet Size 16 B6035916
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
An 18k yellow gold Cartier half diamond bracelet from the Love collection. The bracelet comprises of screw motifs alternating with four round brilliant cut diamonds in a rubover sett...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Full Diamond Love Bracelet Size 17 B6040617
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
An 18k rose gold full diamond Love bracelet by Cartier. The bracelet is set with 10 round brilliant cut diamonds circulating the outer edge throughout totalling 0.96ct. The bracelet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1990's Cartier Two Row Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Band Ring Size 54
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
1993 Cartier diamond two row band crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The band features pave set round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 3.00 carat total weight and graded F...
Category
1990s French Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990's Cartier Pave Diamond Half-Hoop Lever-Back Vintage Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cartier diamond half hoop earrings crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The earrings, circa 1994, feature 50 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.20 carat total weight ...
Category
1990s French Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Fox Trot Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Fox Trot Diamond Earrings by Cartier from the 1980's.
With 18 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approximately 0....
Category
1980s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier France 1960s Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fisherman Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized fisherman wearing a flared texturous coat and boots. With cropped hair and smiling face - shown holding an articulated platinum fish. Accented by round brillia...
Category
1960s French Contemporary Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Art Deco Rose-Cut Diamond Black Onyx Platinum Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
These exquisite Cartier Art Deco round cufflinks are crafted in platinum and black onyx and set with old mine-cut G-H VS1-VS2 diamonds weighing an estimated 0.60 carats. Made in Fran...
Category
1910s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 1.55 Carat Diamond Trinity Rolling Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This Cartier Trinity rolling ring features three intertwined 18k yellow gold bands set all the way around with approximately 1.55 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds. Each band i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage Agate and Diamond Yellow Gold Lovebird Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage stained agate and 0.03 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold lovebird brooch by Cartier; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and e...
Category
1990s French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Exceptional Cartier Art Deco Cushion cuts diamond earrings app. 5 ct each
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary pair of platinum Cartier signed Art Deco era clip-on earrings features an approximately 5 carat cushion cut diamond surr...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Paris Diamond Jade Coral Yellow Gold Platinum Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold and platinum, set with 3 rectangular and square-shaped jade, diamonds and coral ring, signed Cartier, Paris.
Circa 1970s
Ring size 6 with the inner guard
Category
1970s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Platinum
Cartier Ruby Emerald Sapphire Gold Leaf Ear Clips
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite pair of Cartier earclips in the shape of a leaf, embracing a floral bouquet of round cut rubies, sapphires, emeralds and diamonds. Made i...
Category
1950s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier London Black Enameled and Diamond Set Box, circa 1936
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier London black enamel and diamond set card case. A silver gilt and black enamel rectangular card case with hinged lid and diamond set latch, latch composed of seven graduating ...
Category
1930s British Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Silver
1940's Cartier Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Fanned Retro Unisex Clip Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Clip style brooch is designed as a yellow gold form with fanned rose gold extensions
Featuring a bezel set old mine cut diamond weighing approx...
Category
1940s Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Cartier Paris Diamond Angel Skin Coral Yellow Gold Earclips
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold diamond and angel skin coral ear clips, signed and numbered by Cartier.
Circa 1970s
with French hallmarks
Category
1970s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier 'C De Cartier French Diamond Gold Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning authentic Cartier bracelet of French provenance is crafted in solid 18K white gold, composed of 21 artfully designed artier "C...
Category
1990s French Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Cartier Diamond Sapphire Yellow Gold Platinum Bird Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Diamond Sapphire Bird Brooch in 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum.
A curious bird posing in “contrapposto” – perched on top of a, idyllic branch. Feathers are comprised of round...
Category
1950s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Trinity de Cartier Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Classic and lovely! This Trinity de Cartier ring is composed of 18 karat white gold, supports 1.00 ct of diamonds and is a size 4 1/2.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 4 Diamond Love Bangle Bracelet with Box 18kt Yellow Gold SZ 16
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Cartier 4 Diamond Love Bangle Bracelet
Style: Bangle
Ref. number: CRB6035916
Metal: 18K Yellow Gold
Size: 16
Diamonds: 4 Round Brilliant Diamonds 0.42 tcw
Width: 6.1 MM
Hall...
Category
2010s Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier, 18K Yellow Gold, Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
This classic Cartier ring contains three round mixed cut rubies measuring approximately 2.40 mm in diameter surrounded by two rows of round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximat...
Category
1990s Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond and Platinum Brooch by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful vintage brooch made by Cartier in the 1930s.
The brooch is featuring old-cut diamonds weighing approximately 8 carats.
The metal i...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
CARTIER Caresse D'Orchidees Diamond White Gold Mini Model Stud Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
These exquisite stud earrings from Cartier's Caresse D'orchidees collection feature a delicate flower design crafted in 18k white gold and set with round brilliant D-E-F VVS1-VVS2 di...
Category
2010s Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Panthère de Cartier ring, yellow gold onyx with 2 emerald
By Cartier
Located in London, England
Panthère de Cartier ring, yellow gold 750/1000, onyx, set with 2 emeralds and 112 brilliant-cut diamonds totalling 0.95 carats. Size 46
Category
2010s Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Yellow Gold
Cartier Solitaire 1895 Platinum Radiant Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Rome, IT
This is a Cartier Solitaire 1895 Platinum Rectangular Radiant Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, weighing 5.5 grams and sized at 5.25 (French 50). The centerpiece is a remarkable...
Category
2010s French Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Love Bangle with Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Lucerne, CH
Indulge in the everlasting charm of Cartier's heritage with this stunning Love Bangle. Meticulously crafted from 18 Karat white gold and embellished with 216 brilliant-cut diamonds, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
C de Cartier Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Estate C de Cartier Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold. The ring features 22 brilliant round diamonds with approximately 0.16ctw. The rings is ring size 6, weighs 7.6 grams, and is 9mm ...
Category
1990s Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier 18 Karat Tri-Color Gold Ring Pave Set Diamonds 0.20 Carat
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in timeless elegance with this exquisite Vintage Cartier ring, crafted from luxurious 18 karat tri-color gold and adorned with pave set diamonds. This mesmerizing piece exude...
Category
Early 2000s French Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Cartier Signature C Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Estate Cartier Signature C Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold. The ring features 80 brilliant round diamonds with approximately 1.20ctw. The ring is 13mm wide, ring size 5 1/2, and weig...
Category
1990s Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 5 Carat Diamond Leaf Ring, 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Cartier Diamond Leaf Ring with appx. 5 carats of Diamonds, made in 18K White Gold. The total weight is 9.60 grams. The ring size is US 6.
...
Category
20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Aquamarine and Diamond Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Aquamarine and Diamond Bracelet. Circa 1939
A bracelet with a central shield-shaped panel featuring one rectangular-cut, two oval, and seve...
Category
1930s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, 9k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Cartier d'Amour Bracelet in 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Cartier
Collection: d’Amour
Model Number: 0158329
Style: Bracelet
Metal: White Gold
Metal Purity: 18K
Stone: Diamond
Total Carat Weight: 0.04 ct
Length: 165 to 185 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier LOVE 18 Karat White Gold 3 Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
The Cartier “LOVE” ring with the iconic screw motifs is made of 18K white gold and set with three diamond stones. The ring weighs 8.3 grams and boasts band thickness of 5 mm.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Panthere de Cartier Diamond & Onyx Bracelet White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Panthere de Cartier Diamond & Onyx Bracelet in 18K White Gold. The bracelet features approximately 5.90ctw of brilliant cut round diamonds.
7" length
0.55" at widest point
Category
1990s Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, White Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Panthere Pelage Onyx and Diamond Earrings White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Panthere Pelage Onyx and Diamond Earrings in 18K White Gold. The earrings feature approximately 1ctw of brilliant cut diamonds, G+ color, VS cl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 1895 1.03 Carats Radiant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A radiant cut engagement ring made, signed and numbered by Cartier. Part of the 1895 Collection of Cartier. Set with a 1.03 carats radiant cut diamond center stone that GIA certified...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Destinée Diamond Wedding Band
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with 18 round brilliant cut diamonds, weighing a total of approximately 1.80 carats.
Signed by Cartier.
Size 5 3/4
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Trinity De Cartier Diamond, White Gold and Ceramic Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
18k white gold, ceramic and diamond Cartier Trinity de Cartier ring featuring 100 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately .45cts. T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier 3 Diamond 18ct Yellow Gold Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 3 Diamond 18ct Yellow Gold Love Ring
Brand- Cartier
Model- 3 Diamond Love Band Ring
Product Type- Ring
Serial Nu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Mahango Walking Panthère' Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Mahango Walking Panthère' Diamond Ring
A ring band featuring round cut diamonds forming a panther motif, set in 18 karat yellow gold.
Diamond Weight: 2.73 carats
Ring Siz...
Category
1990s French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier by Piaget Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Ladies Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A rare limited edition Cartier by Piaget watch showcasing a lapis lazuli dial and a brilliant diamond bezel. Diamonds are approximately 2.50 ca...
Category
1970s Unknown Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold
Shop Antique and Vintage Diamond Rings, Diamond Necklaces and Other Diamond Jewelry and Watches 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.
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