17 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond
Vintage 1970s French Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Unknown Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Topaz
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Ster...
Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Ster...
Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Ster...
Vintage 1960s Italian More Bracelets
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18...
2010s American Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, 9k Gold, White Gold
1990s American Retro Retro Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century French Napoleon III Bangles
Emerald, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Link Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Coral, 9k Gold, Yello...
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yello...
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yello...
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Unknown Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Antique 1790s Spanish Baroque Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s North American Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Spinel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Blue Sapphire, Opal, Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Topaz, Imperial Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Unknown Modern More Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1990s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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17 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 17 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.