2 Carat D Color Flawless
2010s Israeli Drop Earrings
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s North American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Israeli Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gol...
Early 2000s French Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s British Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Belgian Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Palladium, Rhodium
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s British Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1980s American Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Pink Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Plat...
2010s British Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown More Jewelry
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Desk Accessories
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1990s Italian Contemporary Boxes and Cases
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage 1940s Italian Retro Boxes and Cases
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones
Diamond
2010s Israeli Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Israeli Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 1950s American Cluster Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Unknown Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s British Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
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2 Carat D Color Flawless For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 2 Carat D Color Flawless?
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.