Diamond Jewelry
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Item Ships From: Europe
Gemstone: Diamond
Modern Blue Topaz, Briolette Diamond And Oxidised Gold Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of blue topaz and diamond drop earrings, comprising tops set with an oval faceted pear shape diamond, surrounded by a circle of round brilliant-cut diamonds, with a row of rou...
Category
Early 2000s Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Blue Topaz, White Gold
Ring with diamonds up to 0.50ct 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with brilliant and single cut diamonds. 0.50ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7.5 - EU. 17.75(56)
detailed description:
The top of the ring is 1.0 cm wide
...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Collier Belle époque en or, jade et diamants
Located in PARIS, FR
Collier ancien en or gris 18 carats (750 millièmes) et platine du début du 20ème siècle, serti d'un cabochon de jade d'env. 21 carats dans un entourage de diamants taille rose et tai...
Category
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Platinum
Coral, Emeralds, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Bracelet.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold and Silver 0.6ctw Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A yellow gold and diamond ring, comprising nine old cut diamonds, set in silver, to a band of 18 karat yellow gold.
This striking ring is set with 9 gorgeous old cut diamonds, with...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Lightning Bolt Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in London, GB
A lightning bolt diamond necklace in 18 karat white gold.
This necklace is designed with 4 equally spaced pavé set diamond mini lightning bolts to its front section, sitting just be...
Category
2010s British Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique toi et moi diamonds ring in 18k gold and platinum
Located in PARIS, FR
Gemstones : 2 diamonds: 0,20 ct and 15 roses cut diamants: 0,20 ct
Dimensions: 1,8cm
Material : 18k yellow gold and platinum
Weight : 3g
Time: 1900
Size: 52 (free resizing):
Certific...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 9K Gold Horseshoe Pendant with Pearls and Diamonds
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This gorgeous antique pendant is a stunning example of fine craftsmanship and elegant design of the 19th century, crafted in 9 carat gold and created in the shape of a horseshoe.
T...
Category
19th Century European Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold
Modern 0.72 Carat Emerald-Cut Diamond And Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
A modern diamond ring, centrally set with an emerald-cut diamond weighing an estimated 0.72ct, with a baguette-cut diamond mitre set border, with 0.11ct of square-cut diamonds set in...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
9k yellow gold row ring set with princess cut diamond up to 1.00ct
Located in The Hague, ZH
9k yellow gold row ring set with princess cut diamond 1.00ct - G/H - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7.25 - EU. 17.5 (55)
detailed description
the front of the ring is 3.7 mm wide
ring siz...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Emerald, Diamond and Platinum Line Bracelet, Circa 2000
Located in London, GB
An emerald and diamond line bracelet, with alternating sections of five sets of five, rectangle and square-cut emeralds, with an estimated total weight of 3.50 carats and five sets o...
Category
Early 2000s Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Champagne Diamond Turquoise and Pearl Gold Ring
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Indulge in the opulent allure of this antique 14 karat gold ring, a masterpiece of elegance and sophistication. Around the center, button-shaped turquoise stones glitter, radiating a...
Category
Early 20th Century European Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold
Ring with ruby and brilliant cut diamond up to 0.50ct 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold ring set with ruby and brilliant cut diamond, approximately 0.50ct in total – H/I – SI – ring size US. 7.75 – EU. 18(57)
detailed description:
The top of the ring ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
RETRO - ring with rose diamonds 18k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolour gold with 950 platinum set with rose cut diamond 0.20ct G/H - SI - ring size 10.25 - EU. 20 (63)
detailed description
the top of the ring is 1.4 cm wide and 6.1 mm hig...
Category
1950s Dutch Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1934 Ring natural 2.5ct Cornflower Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø US6.25 / 1.7gr
Located in SE
A Ring from the period of my Grandmother's childhood in solid 18K Yellow Gold with a crown in Silver holding natural Cornflower / Light Blue Sapphire of oval diamond cut 10 mm x 7 mm...
Category
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Ceylon sapphire and diamond cluster ring, circa 1900.
Located in London, GB
Antique Ceylon sapphire and diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting with an approximate weigh...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Desbazeille Art Nouveau Champagne Diamond and Gold Cufflinks, Circa 1895
Located in London, GB
A pair of French, Art Nouveau, champagne brown diamond and yellow gold floral cufflinks, for Maison G. Desbazeille, with old-cut pink toned dark champagne brown diamonds, in rub over...
Category
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Brown Diamond, Gold
Exquisite 14K Gold Ring with 4.75 ct Green Tourmaline and 0.33 ct Diamonds
Located in Sant Josep de sa Talaia, IB
Handmade 14K Gold Ring with Unique Design Featuring Green Tourmalines and Diamonds
Technical details:
-American Size:7.25
- Size: US Size 15, Inner Diameter 17.5
Gemstone:
- One un...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950 vintage diamonds ring in platinum
Located in PARIS, FR
Gemstones : Central diamond: 0,42 ct and 16 diamonds: 0,64 ct
Material : Platinum
Weight : 6,5g
Time : 1950
Size : 53 (free resizing)
Certificate
Réf. : 25700
Category
1950s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Anello Colosseo in oro rosa 18 kt con Quarzo Lemon da 76.52 carati
Located in Vittoria, IT
L'anello Colosseo è un gioiello artigianale straordinario, realizzato a mano con la tecnica della cera persa in oro rosa 18 kt. Ispirato all'iconico anfiteatro romano, questo anello ...
Category
2010s Italian Artist Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, White Diamond, Emerald, Quartz, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Ellipse Diamond Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Napoli, Italy
Contemporary and nice Band Ring from Timeless Ellipse Collection.
This Cartier ring is fully made in 18 k yellow gold. It features 1 Briolette cut Light Fancy Yellow Diamond whose w...
Category
1990s French Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds, Platinum Retrò Bracelet/Watch.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
New Art Deco Style Aquamarine Diamonds 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold.
This elegant white gold ring features a graduated-cut aquamarine on top, held in 4x2 claws at the corners. The basket is openworked with geometrical deco...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Diamond, Pearl and Green Enamel Floral Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian diamond, pearl, enamel, and yellow gold brooch, the leaf set with one old European cut diamond, the flower set with seven half seed pearls, both adorned with green enamel...
Category
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Natural Diamond 0.50 carats 18KT White Gold Delicate Prongs Hoop Earrings
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Introducing our extraordinary 18KT White Gold Single Row Diamond Hoop Earring! These stunning earrings are a testament to exquisite craftsmanship and timeless elegance.
Each hoop i...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sapphires, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Bracelet.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
2010s Italian Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamonds Earrings
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
Drawing from the narrative of the “Dewdrops of the Desert,” the Fleur de Sable collection comes to life. Found in arid landscapes, desert rose formations
symbolise resilience, silent...
Category
2010s British Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hydrothermal Ceylon Sapphire, Diamonds, Sapphires, 18 Karat White Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Trinity Solitaire by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Napoli, Italy
Authentic Cartier solitaire, classic with three golds. The sparkling brilliant cut diamond weighs approximately 0,22 ct, SI clarity, E/F color. The production date is engraved inside...
Category
1990s French Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold, Titanium, Blue Sapphires and Diamonds Mini Earrings
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
Drawing from the narrative of the “Dewdrops of the Desert,” the Fleur de Sable collection comes to life. Found in arid landscapes, desert rose formations
symbolise resilience, silent...
Category
2010s British Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Titanium
18 Karat Rose Gold, Titanium, Purple Sapphires, Amethyst, Diamond Mini Earrings
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
Drawing from the narrative of the “Dewdrops of the Desert,” the Fleur de Sable collection comes to life. Found in arid landscapes, desert rose formations
symbolise resilience, silent...
Category
2010s British Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, T...
Sapphire and triangle diamonds ring in 18k gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Gemstones : 1,73 cts saphir and 2 triangles diamonds: 0,25 ct
Material : 18k white gold
Weight : 3,3g
Time : Recent
Size : 51 (free resizing)
Certificate
Réf. : 25421 25658
Category
Early 2000s Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold, Yellow Gold and Diamonds Mini Earrings
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
Drawing from the narrative of the “Dewdrops of the Desert,” the Fleur de Sable collection comes to life. Found in arid landscapes, desert rose formations
symbolise resilience, silent...
Category
2010s British Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamonds Mini Earrings
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
Drawing from the narrative of the “Dewdrops of the Desert,” the Fleur de Sable collection comes to life. Found in arid landscapes, desert rose formations
symbolise resilience, silent...
Category
2010s British Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold and Pink Diamonds Mini Earrings
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
Drawing from the narrative of the “Dewdrops of the Desert,” the Fleur de Sable collection comes to life. Found in arid landscapes, desert rose formations
symbolise resilience, silent...
Category
2010s British Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century Ruby Diamond And Enamel Ring, circa 1900
Located in Firenze, IT
The ring with round ruby, within a rose-cut diamond border on celestial enamel, mounted in silver and gold
Size : 6 1/2
Weight : 8,26gr.
Category
1910s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Rare Cartier Inde Mysterieuse Fancy Purple Amethyst Diamond 18k White Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Very Rare Cartier Inde Mysterieuse Fancy Cut Purple Amethyst And Diamond 18k White Gold Ring.
Stunning white gold ring with a fine 9mm claw set purple amethyst.
Fine jewellery hous...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian 1840s 18K Gold Diamond, Pearl and Black Enamel Mourning Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique yellow gold, pearl, black enamel and diamond ring, comprising of one sparkling old mine cut diamond set in centre of a black enamelled panel, four larger pearls, two small...
Category
1840s Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian 14 Karat Gold Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Floral Bar Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Victorian floral bar brooch crafted in 14K gold and adorned with silver. Circa 1890.
The piece features oval cut sapphire and rose cut diamonds.
Weight: 7.62g
Length: 4...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
1.15ct Sapphire chunky diamond solitaire engagement ring 18ct white gold
Located in London, GB
1.15ct Sapphire chunky diamond solitaire engagement ring 18ct white gold
1.15ct Yellow sapphire pear diamond halo engagement ring 18ct white gold.
Gorgeous lemon yellow sapphire viv...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sistema Ring (Oval, 0.2 CT, Diamond Slab, 17mm, MA+DIA)
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island
Ring in matte sterling silver and a slab of rough diamond. The Sistema series is first family within Parts of Four. As a mode of creation it expresses the core principle of P/4 which...
Category
2010s Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Diamonds wedding band ring in white gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Gemstones : 9 diamonds: 0,65 ct
Material : 18k white gold
Weight : 3,3 g
Size: 56 (free resizing)
Certificate
Réf. : 25730 22384a
Category
Early 2000s Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Turquoise, Aquamarine, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
18 Karat Rose Gold and Diamonds Earrings
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
Drawing from the narrative of the “Dewdrops of the Desert,” the Fleur de Sable collection comes to life. Found in arid landscapes, desert rose formations
symbolise resilience, silent...
Category
2010s British Contemporary Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18kt pink gold & silver ring with diamonds & pink quartz
Located in Milano, IT
All of our jewellery is made by Italian Artisans to guarantee the Made In Italy manufacturing.
The combination of pink gold and silver adds a modern and trendy look to the ring, and...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Quartz, Gold, Silver
Art Nouveau Emerald Ruby Blue Sapphire White Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem.
We can ship every...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14...
Vintage style diamonds ring 18k yellow gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Gemstones : Central diamond: 0,19 ct and 18 diamonds: 0,27 ct
Material : 18k yellow gold
Weight : 4,6gr
Time : Recent style vintage
Size : 53 (free resizing)
Certificate
Réf. : 25568
Category
Early 2000s Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1.69 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond ring in 18 Karat white gold
Located in Milano, IT
Our stunning Aquamarine Heart Ring, made from 18 karat white gold. This elegant ring features a 1.69 carat heart-shaped Aquamarine that sparkles with a beautiful blue hue. The colour...
Category
2010s Malagasy Classical Roman Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold
Diamonds ring in 18k yellow and rose gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Gemstones : 16 diamonds: 0,25 ct
Material : 18k yellow and pink gold
Weight : 10,3g
Time : Recent
Size : 52 (free resizing)
Certificate
Réf. : 25675
Category
Early 2000s Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage diamonds ring 18k pink gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Gemstones : Central diamond: 0,70 ct and 8 diamonds: 1,05 cts
Material : 18k pink gold
Weight : 4,7g
Time : 1950
Size : 57 (free resizing)
Certificate
Réf. : 25636 25582
Category
1950s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Art Nouveau 18K Gold Diamond Emerald Natural Pearl Brooch Pendant Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
Antique Art Nouveau brooch pendant necklace lavaliere in 18 K matte YG with an openwork scrolled foliate center set with rose cut diamonds, natural grass green emerald and suspendin...
Category
Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Art Deco 1920s French 18K Gold and Platinum 1.63tgw Sapphire and Diamond Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Art Deco sapphire, diamond, white gold, and platinum brooch, comprising one large octagonal cut sapphire, forty-four calibre cut sapphires, and fifty-two rose cut diamonds, set in...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold 0.49ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Belcher Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian diamond, and yellow gold ring, comprising one old mine cut diamond, set in 18 karat yellow gold, to an 18 karat yellow gold band.
This chunky Victorian ring is set to t...
Category
1840s Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
RETRO - Ring with Diamonds 18k bicolor gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolor gold ring set with bolsjevik cut diamond 0.15ct G/H - SI - ring size 5.5 / EU 16.25 (51)
detailed description
the top of the ring is 1.4 cm wide and 8.5 mm high
Ring s...
Category
20th Century Dutch Retro Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Aventurine White Gold Fine Jewellery Statement Cufflinks for Him
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Cufflinks White Gold 14 K
Diamond 32-0,1 ct
Aventurine 2-17,28 ct
Weight 10,46 grams
With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery b...
Category
2010s Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage emerald and diamonds ring in 18k gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Gemstones : 2,33 cts emerald and 6 roses cut diamonds: 0,15 ct
Material : 18k yellow gold
Weight : 8,9g
Time : 1940
Size : 50 (free resizing)
Certificate
Réf. : 25644 25353
Category
1940s Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond and Platinum Flower Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of vintage ruby, sapphire and diamond set cornucopia flower cluster earrings, with stylised cornucopia shaped flower heads, with round brilliant-cut diamonds set in the petals...
Category
1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
Victorian Diamond and Pearl Heart Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite pendant that dates back to the late Victorian era. The pendant is formed in a heart shape that is set with 25 old cut diamonds and a further 3 on the bale. Insid...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Diamond Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, Silver
Shop Antique and Vintage Diamond Rings, Diamond Necklaces and Other Diamond Jewelry and Watches on 1stDibs
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
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