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Diamond Jewelry

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Creator: Rolex
Gemstone: Diamond
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

Rolex Datejust Champagne Dial Diamond & Emerald Bezel 18k Gold/Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 31mm Champagne Dial Diamond & Emerald Bezel 18k Gold/Steel Watch The watch is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to ensure ...
Category

1990s Swiss Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex White Roman Numeral Dial Diamond/Emerald Bezel Two Tone Jubilee 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 Light Blue Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial Oyster Band
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Light Blue Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial & Custom 1ct Diamond Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6917-S...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Salmon Roman Dial Diamonds / Sapphires 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

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

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel/Lugs Cream Index 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 wa...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Custom Turquoise Diamond Dial Oyster Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Red Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6917-SS-RED-DIA-AM-FLT-OYS Brand/Model: ...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

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

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Black Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial Jubilee Band
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Two Tone Datejust Watch, Custom Black 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 Ladies Datejust Stainless Steel Black Dial Jubilee Bracelet Watch
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Stainless Steel Black Color Dial Jubilee Bracelet 69174. This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced, and has no visible scratches...
Category

1990s Swiss Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Cream Index Dial 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 6917 White Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial Jubilee Band
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Two Tone Datejust Watch, Custom White 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 Black Diamond Dial Oyster Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Black Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6917-SS-BLK-DIA-AM-FLT-OYS Brand/Model: ...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Diamond Bezel Two Tone 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 wa...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel / Lugs 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 wat...
Category

1990s Swiss Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Custom White Diamond Dial Oyster Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom White Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6917-SS-WHT-DIA-AM-FLT-OYS Brand/Model: ...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 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 & Custom 1ct Diamond Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6917-SS-BLMO...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady TT Datejust MOP Diamond Dial Ruby Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
Located in San Pedro, CA
Swiss Wrist - SKU 6917-TT-CHM-DIA-AM-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

Ruby, Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Silver Dial Diamond Lugs + Sapphire & 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 wat...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Diamond Dial Bezel/Lugs Two Tone Watch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust Champagne Index Diamond Dial Bezel/Lugs Two Tone Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone profe...
Category

1980s European Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

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

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Steel Oyster Band Diamond/Emerald Bezel Silver Dial 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 Two Tone Jubilee White Roman Dial Bezel + Lugs
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White Roman Dial Bezel + Lugs We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone profess...
Category

1990s Swiss Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 36mm Datejust Ruby/Diamond Bezel Silver Stick Dial Automatic 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 Silver Dial with Ruby and Diamond Bezel Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Silver Dial with Ruby and Diamond Bezel Steel Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impe...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel & Lugs Silver 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 wat...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Custom Set Diamond Bezel White Roman 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 wat...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Ladies Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Metallic Pink Diamond Dial 69173
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Metallic Pink Diamond Dial Bezel + Lugs + Emerald 69173
Category

1990s European Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 White Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Oyster Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom White 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 Black Dial with Diamonds 16014 Stainless Steel Jubilee Band
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Black Dial with Diamonds 16014 Stainless Steel Jubilee Band This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible scratches or bl...
Category

1990s Swiss Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

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

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Grey Roman Dial 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 wat...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Grey 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 wa...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Stainless Steel Ladies Watch with Sapphires
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, Stainless Steel

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

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust with Diamond Bezel White Roman 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 wa...
Category

1990s Swiss Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel, 18k Gold

Rolex Datejust Diamond Lugs White Dial Two Tone Watch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Diamond Lugs White Dial Two Tone Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishin...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 White Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial Oyster Band
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom White Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial & Custom 1ct Diamond Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6917-SS-WMO...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Ladies Rolex Datejust Champagne Dial Two Tone Emeralds & Diamond Bezel
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Champagne Dial Two Tone Emeralds & Diamond Bezel Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergon...
Category

1990s Swiss Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial 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 wat...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

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

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Two Tone Datejust MOP Diamond Dial Fluted Bezel Oyster Band Watch
Located in San Pedro, CA
Swiss Wrist - SKU 6917-TT-WMOP-DIA-AM-FLT-OYS Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Mothe...
Category

1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Blue String Diamond Dial Oyster Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Blue String Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6917-SS-BLU-STRD-FLT-OYS Brand/Model: Rolex Datejust...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

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

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

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

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Women's Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial 2 Tone Watch with Emeralds/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 w...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch w Sapphires/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 Pink String 36mm Datejust S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamond Side + Bezel Watch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Pink String 36mm Datejust S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamond Side + Bezel & Lugs Watch 16030 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible s...
Category

1990s Swiss Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

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

1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Silver Stick Dial with Diamond & Ruby Bezel Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust Silver Stick Dial with Diamond & Ruby Bezel Steel Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone prof...
Category

1990s Swiss Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Women's Rolex Datejust White Stick Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust White Stick Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch 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 6917 Pink Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial Oyster Band
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Pink Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6917-SS-PMOP-STRD-FLT-OY...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Silver Dial Diamond Bezel / Lugs Two Tone Ruby Watch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Silver Dial Diamond Bezel/Lugs Two Tone Ruby Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impec...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Black String Diamond Dial Oyster Band 1 Carat Diamond Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Black String Diamond Dial & Custom 1ct Diamond Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. S...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust Blue MOP Rainbow Diamond Dial Sapphire Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in San Pedro, CA
Swiss Wrist - SKU 6917-TT-BMOP-DIA-AM-BDS-OYS Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Mother Of Pearl Rainbow...
Category

1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

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

1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

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