12 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond
2010s American Modern Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Unknown Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Rhodium
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1920s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Baroque Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Topaz, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1970s British Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
20th Century American Retro Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Moonstone, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Emerald, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Band Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century American Modern Fashion Rings
White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 1860s Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Belgian Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Apatite, 14k Gold, Wh...
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Retro Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
20th Century French Romantic Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, ...
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, ...
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Bridal Rings
Diamond, Morganite, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Cocktail Rings
18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
1990s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Opal, 9k Gold, White Gold
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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
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12 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 12 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond?
The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design
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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.