2 Carat Emerald Cut Sapphire
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2010s American Romantic Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
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Ruby, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Black D...
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Stud Earrings
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Charm Bracelets
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20th Century Art Deco Chandelier Earrings
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2010s American Romantic Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
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Late 20th Century American Baroque Revival Cocktail Rings
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Vintage 1950s American Modernist Cocktail Rings
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Stud Earrings
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2010s Tennis Bracelets
White Gold
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20th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
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Citrine, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
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Vintage 1980s American Modernist Brooches
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White Diamond, Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1980s British Modern Chain Bracelets
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Modernist Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings
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2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
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20th Century Unknown Modern Engagement Rings
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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20th Century Unknown Modern Engagement Rings
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Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
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2010s Italian Link Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings
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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
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Blue Sapphire, Emerald, White Diamond
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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
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2 Carat Emerald Cut Sapphire For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 2 Carat Emerald Cut Sapphire?
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.
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