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Creator: Van Cleef & Arpels
Gemstone: Diamond
Van Cleef & Arpels Double Ring With Heart And Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Condition : very good, small scratches (see on pictures)
Material : gold: 750/°°° 18 carats, two diamonds
Color : gold
Size : 46
Category
2010s Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Diamond Flower 18k White Gold Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring.
A stunning vintage ring from the Pure Alhambra range by fine French fine jewellery house Van Cleef & Arpel...
Category
20th Century French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18ct White Gold And Diamond Wave Hoop Earrings Circa 2000
Located in London, GB
A pair of 18ct white gold and diamond earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels c.2000s, the hoop shape earrings of undulating wave like form in white gold have a central raised band of highly ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Diamond Eternity Wedding Band Ring 1.40 Cts
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels diamond eternity ring. The ring comprises of 14 round brilliant cut diamonds in a rubover setting, set all the way around the ring. The...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Onyx Gold Classic Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Pair of classic 18k gold Van Cleef & Arpels cufflinks, with onyx and approx. 0.64ctw F/VVS diamonds. Cufflink top is 12mm in diameter. Marked: VCA, B 9102X28, 83, French marks. Weigh...
Category
20th Century French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, Diamond, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1.04 Carat Diamond D-VVS2 18 Karat White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Tokyo, JP
Brand:Van Cleef&Arpels
Name:Diamond Solitaire ring
Material:1P diamond (1.04ct D-VVS2), 750 K18 WG white gold
Weight:6.2g（Approx)
Ring size:British & Australian:M / US & Canada:6 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Butterfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ruby Butterfly Brooch in 18k Yellow Gold.
A petite butterfly brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels dating from the 1980s. This abstract pin features a quatrefoil w...
Category
1980s American Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Butterfly Diamond Mother of Pearl Charm ARD33200
Located in Wilmington, DE
18k Yellow Gold
Mother Of Pearl
Diamonds
ARD33200
Category
2010s Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Charms Extraordinaire Lotus Watch
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Charms Extraordinaire Lotus Watch
An 18k gold flower motif watch with dangling lucky charm; set with diamonds, sapphire and par...
Category
2010s Swiss Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Yellow Sapphire Diamond Gold Flower Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning authentic Van Cleef & Arpels ring features a vibrant flower design crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with yellow sapphires and round brilliant E-F-G VVS1-VVS2 diamonds...
Category
1990s Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels French No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Ring AGL
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a cushion cut sapphire weighing 9.43 carats total - transparent medium blue
Natural Sri Lankan in origin with no indications of heat treatment
Set with talon prongs with ...
Category
1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Socrate Earrings, large model
Located in New York, NY
This striking Van Cleef & Arpels pair of pierced earrings with French clips from the celebrated Socrate™ jewelry collection feature a delicate floral motif crafted in 18K white gold ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels VCA Perlee Alhambra Gold Diamonds Full set
Located in PARIS, FR
Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée Trèfles (or Alhambra) bracelet, medium model, in yellow gold and diamonds (80 in total for 1.78 carats), invisible ratchet clasp also in yellow gold. Size S...
Category
2010s French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Sliver Obsidian Rose Gold 2023 Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2341
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2023
Model ARP9T000
Serial Number JD******
Metal 18k Rose Gold
Stones Diamond
Weight 6.4 g
Length 42 cm
Condition Excellent
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Category
2010s French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond White Gold Earrings
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2412
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2016
RRP £13,000 Including taxes / $13,900 Excluding taxes / €14 900 Including taxes
Model VCARA44600
Serial Number JExxxxx
Stones Diamond
Cond...
Category
2010s French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Jade Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Holland, PA
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Jade Ring.
The Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Jade Ring, with certification, is a magnificent...
Category
20th Century French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Ruby Diamond Enamel Yellow Gold Dog Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This rare and collectible stunning Van Cleef & Arpels brooch pendant is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a diamond accents with a cabochon ruby eye, a black enamel nose, and a...
Category
1960s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Snowflake 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ring Size 5
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite authentic Van Cleef & Arpels Snowflake ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features with 50 round brilliant D-E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamonds weighing an estimated 3.0 carat...
Category
1990s Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Clématite Flower Diamond Grey Mother of Pearl Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Clématite Flower Diamond Gray Mother Of Pearl Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels.
This brooch comes with service paper from VCA store in New York and a VCA box.
With 3 roun...
Category
20th Century French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Coral Butterfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels presents a mesmerizing creation: a stylized butterfly adorned with exquisite coral inlaid wings. The wings, a rich opaque medium reddish-orange hue, captivate the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Folie des Pres Diamond Color Sapphire Flower White Gold Ring
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond & Color Sapphire Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels from Folie des Pres collection.
The Folie des Prés collection celebrates nature in a profusion of wildflowers, wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Emerald Onyx Platinum Art Deco Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Emanating elegance and sophistication, comprising a 1920’s platinum Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet of geometric design, finely set with several luminous diamonds, emeralds, and Onyx thr...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Onyx, Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Leaf Brooch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This Van Cleef & Arpels diamond and sapphire vintage leaf brooch from the 1970s is a stunning and timeless piece of jewelry, reflecting the elegance and craftsmanship for which the b...
Category
1970s French Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée Clover Diamond 18K Rose Eternity Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful timeless creation from the world-renowned house of Van Cleef and Arpels. Presenting a very popular VCA Perlée ring crafted in 18K Rose Gold lined with beaded edges. Set wit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels GIA Burma No Heat Sapphire Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ri
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels GIA Burma No Heat Sapphire Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring. Featuring one GIA double cabochon sapphire weighing approximately 5.30 carats, accompanied by ...
Category
1970s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Art Deco Wristwatch Platinum Diamond Manual Wind
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant and timeless jeweled Art Deco lady's watch created by Van Cleef & Arpels in the 1930s.
The watch is made of platinum (tested & hallmarked) and encrusted with Old European cut...
Category
1930s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Earrings
Located in Bellmore, NY
Introducing the Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Earrings, a mesmerizing embodiment of elegance and delicate craftsmanship. Created by the esteemed house of Van C...
Category
Late 20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Onyx Rose Gold 2016 Holiday Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2290
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2016
Model ARO97I00
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k Rose Gold
Stones Diamond, Onyx
Weight 6.5 g
Length 42 cm
Condition Excellent
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Category
2010s French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Diamond Alhambra Ring
Located in London, GB
A lovely 18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels diamond ring from the Arno collection. The dress ring features a clover motif finished with a beaded edge, set with four round brilliant c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
1960’s 18k yellow gold necklace, set with brilliant-cut diamonds and 16 pearls 10.5-15.5mm, signed Van Cleef & Arpels. Total diamond carat weight approx. 100 cts.
Category
1960s American Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Diamond Alhambra Ring
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the Alhambra collection. The ring is composed of a four leaf clover motif with a mother of pearl inlay, complimented by a bea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond Ruby Emerald Young Lion Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the epitome of sophistication and regal elegance, behold the Van Cleef & Arpels Lion 14K Brooch Pin. Exclusively curated for those with a discerni...
Category
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Malachite & Diamond Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet VCARO7G
Located in London, GB
A stunning 18k yellow gold bracelet from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef and Arpels. The bracelet is made up of 5 of the iconic clover motifs, three are set with malachi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Inseparable Love Birds Pendant
Located in Bethesda, MD
Van Cleef & Arpels portrays the eternal bond of inseparable love birds against a backdrop of the radiant sun, with one bird embellished with exquisite single-cut diamonds and the oth...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Frivole bracelet, 7 flowers, medium model 18K yellow gold, Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Frivole bracelet, 7 flowers, medium model
18K yellow gold, Diamond like new with certificate
Category
2010s Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum 6.00cttw Double Row Marquise Cut Diamond Band
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your sense of timeless elegance with the Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum Double Row Marquise Cut Diamond Eternity Band. This exquisite piece, designed to adorn your finger with u...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Sapphire Ruby Diamond Wide 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous vintage Van Cleef & Arpels ring features a wide band design crafted in 18k yellow gold and bezel-set with blue sapphire, red rubies, and diamonds. Made in France circa ...
Category
1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond Textured 18k Rose Gold Ring Size 50
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Van Cleef & Arpels’ Alhambra jewel was first created in 1968, and the Vintage Alhambra creations remain faithful to its timeless elegance. The iconic clover motif is a potent symbol ...
Category
2010s Italian Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Gold 8 Flower Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Frivole ring comprising of 8 flowers, set with round diamonds with DEF color, IF to VVS clarity.
Metal is 18k yellow gold, weight 11.95 gram.
Signed VCA...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Pink Porcelain Alhambra Necklace 18K Rose Gold
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This is an authentic VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 18K Rose Gold Pink Porcelain Diamond Vintage Alhambra Pendant Necklace. This stunning necklace chain is crafted of 18 karat rose gold. The pen...
Category
20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Hoop Diamond Earring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef and Arpel Vintage Diamond Hoop Earrings with Lever Backs Crafted in 18 k Yellow Gold and Complete with Four Pairs of Interchangeable Gemstone Hoops
Lapis Lazuli
White Moth...
Category
1960s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire and Diamond Half Hoop Earrings, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire and Diamond Half Hoop Earrings made in 18k Yellow Gold. The sapphires weigh appx. 5 carats and the diamonds weigh appx. 3.50 carats. Copy of Polishing R...
Category
20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby and Diamond Half Hoop Earrings, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby and Diamond Half Hoop Earrings made in 18k Gold. The earrings are channel set with calibré-cut rubies surrounded with round diamonds. The length is ...
Category
20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis and Diamond Philippine Ring
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis and Diamond Philippine Ring. weighing 8 grams, ring size 5.25 US. Diamond FG VS weighing appx. 0.90 carats.
1463-BFEJPRTM
Category
20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Cabochon and Diamond Ring, 18k
Located in New York, NY
"A Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Cabochon and Diamond Ring made in 18k Gold. The center is an oval ruby cabochon, weighing appx. 3 carats, surrounded by round diamonds, weighing appx. 1.75...
Category
20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels 18K White Gold Black Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Van Cleef & Arpels' black pearl and diamond ring is a mesmerizing blend of elegance and mystique.
This ring has one black pearl that is approximately 7.9 millimeters and is accompa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Ruby and Diamond, Necklace & Earrings, French, Maker's Mark
Located in New York, NY
"Van Cleef and Arpels Necklace and Earrings set with Ruby and Diamonds. French, Maker's Mark for Pery et Fils. The necklace weighs 87.60 grams with approximately 16 carats of Diamond...
Category
20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1980s Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby and Diamond Bracelet, 18k Yellow
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby and Diamond Bracelet made in 18k Yellow and Pink Gold. Signed Van Cleef Arpels, Numbered, French assay marks for gold. The Certificate of Authenticity by Va...
Category
1980s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold and Diamond Earrings, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Van Cleef & Arpels Gold and Diamond Earrings made in 18k Yellow Gold. The earrings weigh 13 grams, and the dimensions are 0.90 inches x 0.64 inches. Signed and Numbered.
...
Category
20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Floral Onyx and Diamond Ring, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Floral Onyx and Diamond Ring made in 18k White Gold. Signed, Numbered. The ring size is US 7.50. The total weight is 17.17 grams.
SKU: 1508
Category
20th Century Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Butterfly Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2258
Comes With Box Only
Date 2011
Serial Number JB******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Diamond
Weight 9.2 g
Length 43 cm
Condition Excellent
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Category
2010s French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Frivole Diamond Pendent Chain Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Van Cleef and Arpels Diamond Pendent Chain Necklace.
Frivole collection.
Frivole Mini Pendant, white gold 18K, round diamonds.
25 Diamond quality DEF, IF to VVS, approx. total 0.21 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Aesthetic Movement Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Dome Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
DESIGNER: Van Cleef & Arpels
MATERIALS: 18k Yellow Gold
GEMSTONE: Round Brilliant Cut Diamond
WEIGHT: 4.7 grams
RING SIZE: 5.75
HALLMARKS: VCA, 18K, & the serial number
A clas...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 'Heritage Collection' Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
From Van Cleef & Arpels 'Heritage Collection'
diamond bracelet, designed as an alternating 14 links of
single row of 5 prong set round diamonds and 14 nature inspired yellow gold an...
Category
Late 20th Century French Artist Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K White Gold 0.96ct Diamond Vintage Alhambra Earrings
Located in Aventura, FL
Vintage Alhambra earrings, rhodium plated 18K white gold, round diamonds; diamond quality DEF, IF to VVS.
Details:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Model: VCARA44600
Style: Vintage Alhambr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Celestial Ruby Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This beautiful ring was designed as a ribbon by Van Cleef & Arpels. It is part of their Celestial collection wherein three baguette rubies are in center while six brilliant round bri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold White Coral Diamond Alhambra Ring
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold White Coral Diamond Alhambra Ring from Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 1 round brilliant cut diamond, VVS1 clarity, F color. Total diamond weight: .06ct
Alhambra cut white ...
Category
1970s French Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Yellow Gold Coral and Diamonds Ring signed VCA
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Beautiful Van Cleef & Arpels ring in gardooned yellow gold, set with an important carved pink coral surrounded by 14 round cut diamonds.
Signed VCA and numbered.
Made in the 60'.
...
Category
Late 20th Century French Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
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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!
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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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