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Diamond Jewelry

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Creator: Rolex
Gemstone: Diamond
Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Emerald/Diamond Bezel Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wa...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Blue Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Oyster Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Blue Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Black Dial Stainless Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wa...
Category

1990s Swiss Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Cream Pyramid Dial Ruby/Diamond Bezel Two Tone Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The watch features aftermarket diamonds (non-Rolex), and there are no noticeable scratches or blemishes, making it almost indistinguishable from a brand new watch...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Blue Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial Oyster Band
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Blue Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6917-SS-BLMOP-STRD-FLT-O...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Blue Roman Dial Diamond Bezel Oyster Band Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The watch features aftermarket diamonds (non-Rolex), and there are no noticeable scratches or blemishes, making it almost indistinguishable from a brand new watch...
Category

1990s Swiss Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex GMT-Master II Diamond & Sapphire Set Watch 116759SANR
Located in London, GB
A white gold GMT-Master II by Rolex. The black dial dial has applied hour markers and features the date and the arrow-tipped GMT second time zone hand. The bidirectional rotatable bezel features 34 baguette cut diamonds, 11 baguette cut sapphires and a single trillion cut sapphire...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Sapphire/Diamond Bezel Two Tone Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The watch features aftermarket diamonds (non-Rolex), and there are no noticeable scratches or blemishes, making it almost indistinguishable from a brand new watch...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel, 18k Gold

Women's Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel with Rubies White Roman Dial Watch
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Diamond Bezel with Rubies White Roman Dial Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone pro...
Category

1990s Swiss Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Mens Datejust MOP Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
Located in San Pedro, CA
Swiss Wrist - SKU 16014-WMOP-DIA-AM-BDS-JBL Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust Ref# 16014 - Plastic Quickset Model Gender : Mens Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 36 mm Dial : Cust...
Category

1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Silver Dial Diamond/Sapphire Bezel Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wat...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Silver Dial Stainless Steel Ladies Watch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust Diamond Bezel Silver Dial Stainless Steel Ladies Watch This watch features aftermarket diamonds (non-Rolex) and is in excellent, like-new condition with no visibl...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Salmon Roman Dial Diamond Bezel and Lugs Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The watch features aftermarket diamonds (non-Rolex), and there are no noticeable scratches or blemishes, making it almost indistinguishable from a brand new watch...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady TT Datejust MOP Roman Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
Located in San Pedro, CA
Swiss Wrist - SKU 6917-TT-WMOP-8DR69-BDS-JBL Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Mother...
Category

1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Black Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Jubilee Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Two Tone Datejust Watch, Custom Black Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex 14K Yellow Gold And Stainless Steel Jubilee Band. SKU ...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs White MOP String Dial Watch 68273
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs White MOP Mother of Pearl String Dial 68273
Category

1990s Swiss Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady TT Datejust Pink MOP Roman Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Jubilee Watch
Located in San Pedro, CA
Swiss Wrist - SKU 6917-TT-PMOP-8DR69-BDS-JUB Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Pink M...
Category

1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Ruby/Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wat...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Blue Stick Dial Ruby / Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wa...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Black Color Dial Watch 69173
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Black Color Dial Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs + Emerald 69173
Category

1990s European Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Silver Index Dial Steel Watch Diamond Bezel
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wat...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex White Roman Dial Diamond/Sapphire Bezel Two Tone Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wat...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Pink Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial Jubilee Band
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Two Tone Datejust Watch, Custom Pink Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex 14K Yellow Gold And Stainless Steel Jubilee Band. ...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Mens TT Datejust Whte Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Watch Ref#16013
Located in San Pedro, CA
Swiss Wrist - SKU 16013-WHT-DIA-AM-BDS-JBL Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust Ref# 16013 - Plastic Quickset Model Gender : Mens Metals : 14K Yellow Gold/ Stainless Steel Case Size : 36...
Category

1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex White Roman Dial Datejust Diamond Bezel/Lugs Stainless Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wa...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Blue Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial Jubilee Band
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Two Tone Datejust Watch, Custom Blue Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex 14K Yellow Gold And Stainless Steel Jubilee Band. ...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Custom White Diamond Dial Jubilee Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Two Tone Datejust Watch, Custom White Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex 14K Yellow Gold And Stainless Steel Jubilee Band. SKU 6917-TT-WHT-DIA-...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Black String Diamond Dial Oyster Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Black String Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6917-SS-B...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Women's Rolex Datejust Sapphire/Diamond Bezel Grey Roman Dial 2 Tone Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wa...
Category

1990s Swiss Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady TT Datejust Blue MOP Roman Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Jubilee Watch
Located in San Pedro, CA
Swiss Wrist - SKU 6917-TT-LBMOP-8DR69-BDS-JUB Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Light...
Category

1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel

Rolex Presidential 18 Karat Gold Watch Champagne Roman Dial Diamond Bezel
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wat...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Cream Roman Dial Jubilee Band Two Tone Watch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Diamond Bezel Cream Roman Dial Jubilee Band Two Tone Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone p...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Black Roman Dial Stainless Steel Jubilee Watch Diamond Bezel
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wat...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond/Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wa...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Fluted Bezel Diamond Lugs Cream Dial Two Tone Women's Watch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust Champagne Dial Diamond Lugs Ruby and Diamond Bezel Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone pro...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Black Dial with Sapphires/Diamonds Steel Ladies Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wat...
Category

1990s Swiss Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Diamond Lugs Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The watch features aftermarket diamonds (non-Rolex), and there are no noticeable scratches or blemishes, making it almost indistinguishable from a brand new watch...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch with Rubies/Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wa...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond Lugs White Roman Numeral Dial Two Tone Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The w...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Red String Diamond Dial Oyster Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Red String Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6917-SS-RED...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Black Index Dial Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wa...
Category

1990s Swiss Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Air King Blue Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs Stainless Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Air King Blue Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs Stainless Steel 34mm Watch Watch has been set with aftermarket (non Rolex) diamonds. This watch is in like...
Category

1990s Swiss Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Salmon Roman Dial with Diamonds and Rubies Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The watch features aftermarket diamonds (non-Rolex), and there are no noticeable scratches or blemishes, making it almost indistinguishable from a brand new watch...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond Lugs Champagne Dial Two Tone Women's Watch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust Champagne Dial Diamond Lugs Ruby and Diamond Bezel Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone pro...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Silver Index Dial Diamond Bezel / Lugs Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wat...
Category

1990s Swiss Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Ladies Rolex Datejust Cream Pyramid Roman Dial Two Tone Watch Jubilee Band
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Cream Pyramid Roman Dial Two Tone Watch Jubilee Band We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone ...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Ladies 69173 Two Tone Jubilee White MOP String Diamond Dial Watch
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White MOP String Diamond Dial Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no ...
Category

1990s Swiss Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Silver Roman Dial Stainless Steel Fluted Bezel Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wat...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Ladies Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel White Roman Dial Oyster Band Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wat...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Champagne Dial Datejust Diamond / Emerald Bezel Two Tone Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wa...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Light Blue Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial Jubilee Band
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Two Tone Datejust Watch, Custom Light Blue Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex 14K Yellow Gold And Stainless Steel Jubilee Ba...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Turquoise String Diamond Dial Oyster Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Turquoise String Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6917-...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Pink Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Jubilee Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Two Tone Datejust Watch, Custom Pink Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex 14K Yellow Gold...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Women's Rolex Datejust with Diamond Bezel & Champagne Dial Two Tone Watch
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust with Diamond Bezel & Champagne Dial Two Tone Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, wh...
Category

1990s Swiss Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Red String Diamond Dial Oyster Band 1 Carat Diamond Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Red String Diamond Dial & Custom 1ct Diamond Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6917-SS-RED-STRD-BDS-OYS Br...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Pink Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Oyster Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Pink Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster B...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Black Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Oyster Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Black Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU ...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Automatic Diamond Wrist Watch Two Tone
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wa...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

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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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