2 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond
2010s British Belle Époque Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Citrine, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Citrine, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Brooches
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s British Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Quartz, Blue Topaz, Topaz, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold...
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Brooches
White Diamond, Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s English Victorian Wedding Rings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold
Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s European Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Link Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1820s Unknown Regency Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yello...
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s British Engagement Rings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1960s British Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
2010s American Fashion Rings
Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold
2010s Indian Band Rings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Indian Band Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Bangles
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18...
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, ...
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Israeli Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Asian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yello...
Antique Early 1900s American Late Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Turquoise, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Silver
20th Century Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Indian Band Rings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Asian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Retro Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
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2 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 2 Carat Cushion 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023How big a 2-carat diamond with a princess cut is varies from piece to piece. However, the average size is 7 millimeters by 7 millimeters. The measurement is around 9/32 inches, so a 2-carat princess-cut diamond will be just a little over a quarter-inch in size. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of princess-cut diamond jewelry.
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