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Creator: Roman Malakov
Gemstone: Diamond
Roman Malakov 8.02 Carat Total Brilliant Round Diamond Classic Tennis Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A classic tennis bracelet style showcasing 48 round brilliant diamonds, Diamonds weigh 8.02 carats total and are approximately F color, SI clarity. Set in a polished 14K White Gold ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Roman Malakov 0.92 Carat Total Marquise Diamond Floral Motif Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Chic and stylish pendant necklace showcasing for marquise cut diamond set in a beautiful flower motif design. Diamond weighs 0.92 carats total, G color and VS in clarity. Finely made...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

4.44 Carats Total Brilliant Round Diamond Open-Work Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A simple and unique pendant necklace showcasing a row of round brilliant diamonds weighing 4.44 carats total, set in an open-work heart shape mounting made in 18k white gold and shar...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.12 Carats Total Brilliant Round Diamonds Open-Work Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A simple and unique pendant necklace showcasing a row of round brilliant diamonds weighing 1.12 carats total, F color and VS/SI1 in clarity. Set in an open-work heart shape mounting ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 1.90 Carat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pendant necklace showcasing a 1.90 Carat Oval Shape Blue Sapphire Center Stone, surrounded by 10 round brilliant diamonds that weighs 0.88 carats in total, F-G color, VS/...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.66 Carats Total Brilliant Round Shape Diamond Open-Work Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A simple pendant necklace showcasing a row of round brilliant diamonds weighing 0.66 carats total, F color VS-SI1 clarity. Set in an open-work heart shape mounting made in 18K white ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 0.15 Carats Round Diamond Bezel Solitaire Fashion Earring
Located in New York, NY
A simple and versatile solitaire invisible set fashion earring showcasing a single 0.15 carat round diamond in a 18k yellow gold bezel. F Color and VS-SI in Clarity. Style available...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Roman Malakov 10.05 Carats Total Round Cut Sapphire And Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This fashionable and beautiful bangle bracelet showcases a 10.05 carats total brilliant round cut color-rich blue sapphire and diamond, set in a micro-pave dome set in a shared prong...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.21 Carats Total Brilliant Round Diamond Men's Wedding Band in Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
A comfort fit wedding band wrapped with round brilliant diamonds weighing 1.21 carats total; channel set on each side of the ring. Two lines finely-engraved in the middle portion of ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

23.15 Carat Total Lapis Lazuli with Diamond Dangle Pietra Collection Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a gorgeous and fashionable dangle pietra collection earrings set with beautiful Lapis Lazuli weighing 23.15 carats total, encrusted with brilliant round cut diamonds in a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 1.17 Carats Oval Cut Fancy Light Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A color-rich and vibrant double halo engagement ring featuring 1.17 carats oval cut diamond center stone that GIA certified as fancy light yellow color and VS2 in clarity, set in a y...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Roman Malakov 1.13 Carats Total Brilliant Round Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A brilliant pair of stud earrings showcasing a cluster of round brilliant diamonds weighing 1.13 carats total, F-G color and VS-SI in clarity, set in a classic four prong basket sett...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 1.27 Carat Emerald Cut Green Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A charming color rich pendant necklace showcasing an emerald cut green emerald weighing 1.27 carats total, set in a four prong 18K white gold basket, accented by a single asscher cut...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 1.17 Carats Total Four Rows Round Diamond Micro-Pave Wedding Band
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable and elegant eternity wedding band showcasing four rows of 216 brilliant round diamonds, weighing 1.17 carats total, F color and VS in clarity. Set in a micro-pave setti...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 12.56 Carat Oval Cut Blue Sapphire with Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful tennis bracelet showcases a color-rich oval cut blue sapphires weighing 12.56 carats total, set in a classic four prong setting. Evenly spaced by brilliant round cut d...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 1.18 Carats Brilliant Round Diamonds Six Row Galaxy Fashion Ring
Located in New York, NY
A marvelous fashion ring showcasing a six row galaxy ring embellished with brilliant round diamonds weighing 1.18 carats total, F-G color and VS-SI1 in clarity. Made with 18K White a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

3.76 Carats Total Round Diamond & Multi-Color Gemstone Square Pave Fashion Ring
Located in New York, NY
This fashionable and color-rich fashion ring showcases brilliant round diamonds weighing 0.51 carats total, F color and VS in clarity and brilliant round multi-color gemstone weighin...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Malakov 0.75 Carats Total Brilliant Round Cut Diamond Clover Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A simple and chic pair of stud earrings showcasing a cluster of round brilliant diamonds weighing 0.75 carats total, F color and VS in clarity, arranged in a beautiful clover design ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 3.68 Carats Total Round Black Diamond Square Pave Fashion Ring
Located in New York, NY
This fascinating and stylish fashion ring showcases 340 brilliant round cut black diamonds weighing 3.68 carats total, beautifully set in a micro-pave set square design and shared pr...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 0.91 Carat Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
An antique roman-style engagement ring showcasing a 0.91 carat round diamond E-F Color and VS2 in Clarity. Made with 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum. Size 5.5 US Roman Malakov is a cus...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Roman Malakov 0.13 Carat Round Diamond Half-Way Wedding Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic half way eternity band style showcasing a row of 22 round brilliant Diamond weighing at 0.13 carat total, F-G color and VS-SI clarity....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 1.42 Carats Total Blue Sapphire and Diamonds Halo Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A simple and versatile pair of stud earrings showcasing 1.28 carats total round blue sapphires surrounded by a single row of brilliant round diamonds weighing 0.14 carats, F Color a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold

Roman Malakov 1.13 Carats Total Round Diamond Five Row Galaxy Fashion Ring
Located in New York, NY
A fascinating fashion ring showcasing five rows of brilliant round diamond weighing 1.13 carats total, F-G color and VS-Si in clarity. Set in an entwined galaxy design...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Roman Malakov 3.44 Carats Total Oval Cut Ruby and Round Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and chic classic drop earrings showcasing a beautiful oval cut ruby surrounded by round diamonds, Suspended on a floral-motif round diam...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

4.10 Carats Total Fancy Shape Diamond Circle Pendant in White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A stylish pendant necklace showcasing a row of 16 bright round diamonds, set in an open-work, circular design. Diamonds weighs 4.10 carats total and are approximately G color, VS cl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.40 Carat Total Red Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace in Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Floral motif pendant necklace featuring a vibrant pear shape ruby approximately weighing at 0.62 carats, accented by mixed shape diamonds that weigh about 0.78 carat, FGG color and V...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold

Roman Malakov 1.99 Carat Total Oval Cut Multi-Color Sapphire Fashion Ring
Located in New York, NY
This chic and stylish fashion ring showcases seven multi color oval cut sapphires surrounded with white round brilliant diamonds. Sapphires weighs 1.99 carats total. Accents diamonds...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov, 0.23 Carat Total Round Diamond Illusion Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a cluster of 15 brilliant round diamonds illusion-set in a round mounting. The illusion setting makes it look like one large diamond. Diamonds weigh 0.23 carats total, G c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 1.79 Carat Total Blue Sapphire and Diamond Eternity Wedding Band
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated eternity wedding band features gleaming brilliant round diamonds alternating with blue sapphire. An infinite row of round elegant alternating sapphire weighs 0.94 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire

Roman Malakov 2.06 Carat Total Brilliant Round Diamond Classic Tennis Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A classic tennis bracelet style showcasing 75 round brilliant diamonds weighing 2.06 carats total, F color and VS-SI in clarity. 7 inches in length. Made with 18K White Gold Roman M...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov GIA Certified 24.32 Carat Total Pear Shape Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A classy and elegant pair of dangle earrings featuring a GIA Certified pear shape diamond drop suspended on a round brilliant diamond. Pear shape diamonds weigh 24.32 carats total an...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov, 0.31 Carat Brilliant Round Cut Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This simple and timeless pendant necklace showcases one brilliant round cut diamond. Diamond weighs 0.31 carats and mounted in a beautiful three prong setting. Made in 14 karat and 1...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov, 1.00 Carat Brilliant Round Cut Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This simple and timeless pendant necklace showcases one brilliant round cut diamond weighing 1.00 carats, F color and SI3/I1 clarity. Mounted in a beautiful four prong setting. Made ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 1.86 Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire Antique-Style Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
An antique-style engagement ring showcasing a 1.86 carats total cushion cut diamond certified by GIA as M color and VS2 in clarity. Set in a platinum four prong setting and finished...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 3.16 Alternating Oval Cut Green Emerald and Diamond Wedding Band
Located in New York, NY
This classy and stunning wedding band showcasing alternating oval cut green emerald weighing 1.56 carats total brilliant round diamonds weighing 1.60 carats total, E-F color and VS-S...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Roman Malakov 0.84 Carat Cluster Diamond Floral Motif Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A charming engagement ring style showcasing a round brilliant cut diamond in the center surrounded by two rows of round brilliant diamonds set in a flower-motif design. Finished with...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 1.50 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A simple and versatile pendant necklace featuring a solitaire GIA Certified 1.50 carat emerald cut diamond, H Color and SI in Clarity. Set horizontally, in an everlasting 18K white ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov GIA Certified 1.89 Carats Pear Shape Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A timeless engagement ring style showcasing a 1.89 carats elongated pear shape diamond certified by GIA Certified as G color and SI1 in clarity. Center stone is set in a halo brillia...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 0.32 Carats Oval Cut Ruby with Round Diamonds Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable and beautiful piece of jewelry showcasing a 0.32 carats color-rich oval cut ruby, set in an intricately sunburst design accented with br...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 1.57 Carats Total Five-Stone Oval Cut Diamond Halo Wedding Band
Located in New York, NY
Featuring 5 perfectly matched oval cut diamonds set horizontally, approximately weighs at 1.57 carats total, G-H color and VS+ in clarity. Each oval shape diamond is elegantly surrou...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Roman Malakov 1.49 Carats Total Brilliant Round Diamond Eternity Wedding Band
Located in New York, NY
A uniquely-designed eternity wedding band showcasing a row of round brilliant diamonds elegantly spaced by smaller round melee diamonds weigh 1.49 carats total, G Color and VS-SI in ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 5.20 Carat Total Brilliant Round Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A classic tennis bracelet style showcasing 54 brilliant round diamonds weighing 5.20 carats total, F-G Color and VS-SI in Clarity. 3.00mm Width and 7 inches in Length, Made with 14K ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Roman Malakov 12.65 Carat Oval Cut Ruby with Round Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This tennis bracelet features a row of alternating oval cut ruby and round brilliant cut diamonds. Oval Cut Ruby weighs 12.65 carats and diamonds weigh 2.35 carat in F color and VS c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold

Roman Malakov 1.02 Carats Total Brilliant Round Diamond Men's Fashion Ring
Located in New York, NY
A chic men's fashion ring showcasing round brilliant diamonds, set in a flat 14K yellow gold mounting. Finished with bar edges to add to it's modern look. Diamonds weigh 1.02 carats ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Malakov 0.80 Carat Total Round Diamond Dangle Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This unique and chic earring showcases a round brilliant diamonds set as a dangle hoop earring, Diamonds weigh 0.80 carats total, F Color and SI in Clarity. Made with 18K White Gold ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.73 Carats Oval Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A simple and timeless piece of jewelry showcasing a 0.73 carat oval cut blue sapphire, surrounding by a single row of brilliant round diamonds weighing 0.23 carats total, G color and...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 0.38 Carat Total Round Diamond Eternity Wedding Band
Located in New York, NY
A classic wedding band style showcasing a line of round brilliant diamonds, scalloped pave set in a polished 18 karat white gold mounting. Diamonds weigh 0.38 carats total. Size 6 US...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

25.87 Carat Total Round Diamonds & Emerald Open-Work Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent and rare high end dangle drop earrings showcasing two GIA certified brilliant round diamond weighing 20.41 carat total, M-O color and VSI-VS2 in clarity respectively. Sur...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Roman Malakov 12mm Golden South Sea Pearl with Round Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Showcases a single 12.00 millimeter golden south sea pearl flanked by 2 round brilliant diamonds weighing 0.32 carats total. Set and made in 18K White Gold. Roman Malakov is a cust...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 1.17 Carats Round Diamond Antique Style Eternity Wedding Band
Located in New York, NY
An antique style ring of open work design showcasing 132 round brilliant diamonds, set in an intricate design. Diamonds weigh 1.17 carats total. Siz...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Roman Malakov, Fancy Yellow Pear Shape Diamond Halo Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Color-rich pear-shaped yellow diamonds take the spotlight in this magnificent dangle earrings. Each yellow diamond is surrounded by a single row of sparkling round diamonds attached ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Roman Malakov GIA Certified 0.92 Carat Pear Shape Diamond Bezel Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A simple pendant necklace showcasing a GIA Certified 0.92 carat pear shape diamond, L Color and SI2 in Clarity. Bezel set in 14K Yellow Gold, suspended on a 14K White Gold Chain. 16 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

GIA Certified 1.53 Carats Pear Shape Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a 1.53 carats pear shape diamond certified by GIA as H color, VS1 in clarity; surrounded by two rows of round brilliant diamonds in an accented split-shank setting made in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov, Radiant Cut Yellow Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful 1.04 carat radiant cut yellow diamond, set by yellow gold prongs, is surrounded by brilliant round diamonds. Hanging by a dia...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Diamond

GIA Certified 3.40 Carats Radiant Cut Yellow Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
An antique style engagement ring showcasing a GIA Certified 3.40 carat radiant cut yellow diamond, Y-Z Color and Si1 in clarity, set in eight prong 18K yellow gold. Surrounded by rou...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 0.51 Carats Trillion Cut Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable yet simple pendant necklace showcasing a single 0.51 carat trillion diamond, set in a 14K White Gold mounting. Suspended on a 16 inches white gold chain. Perfect for yo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 1.78 Blue Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A fascinating gemstone engagement ring style showcasing a color rich vibrant emerald cut blue sapphire weighing 1.78 carat total, The sapphire has a deep royal blue color and the eye...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Roman Malakov EGL Certified 1.10 Carats Cushion Cut Diamond Pave Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic engagement ring style showcasing a 1.10 carats cushion cut diamond certified by EGL as J color, SI1 in clarity, set in a timeless four prong basket setting. Center diamond ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

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