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Modern Platinum Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Modern Platinum 10.5mm pearl round brilliant cut diamonds approximately 1ctw g/h vs1/2 weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

Black Tahitian Pearl and White Diamond Pave Ring in 18K 2 Tone Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful black Tahitian pearl with 0.85 ct. white diamond round pave. Handmade in 18k white and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Victorian Ruby Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an antique 18ct yellow gold ruby, pearl and diamond ring from the Victorian era. The ring
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

19th Century Antique Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
is composed of 2 golden curves set with small rose cut diamonds. Pearl diameter: 5.2 mm Weight
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Engagement Rings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Mikimoto 2 Pearl Diamond Ring Set In 18ct Yellow Gold
By Mikimoto
Located in London, GB
This elegant Mikimoto ring features two lustrous pearls and sparkling diamonds, set in 18ct yellow
Category

2010s British Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum and Gold Pearl Ring with Diamonds
Located in Baltimore, MD
Exquisite 2 color 18K 1940's gold and platinum ring with a singular iridescent pearl at the center
Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Modernist Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Tahitian Pearl and 1/2 Carats Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Kiersten Elizabeth
Located in Southport, CT
Pearl - Gray with Purple Overtones Pave Diamonds weighing approximately 1/2 Carats Length: 19 mm Width
Category

2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 2 carat Diamond Pearl Gold Vous et Moi Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
: 18k Gold GEM STONE: Diamond 2 carat - South Sea Pearl 9mm RING SIZE: US 8 - IT 17 - FR 57 - UK Q
Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Cartier Pearl and Diamond Ring 2.75 Carat
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A beautiful 18k white gold Cartier pearl and diamond dress ring. The ring comprises of a pearl set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Platinum Pearl and White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
Platinum Pearl and White Gold Diamond Ring - A stunning 11mm pearl sits on this platinum ring and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl

Platinum Diamond and Pearl Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
This ring is crafted from platinum and set with a 12.1 mm black pearl and with diamonds that total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 2 Carat Diamond Pearl Platinum Engraved Plaque Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Keshi pearl and four large Old Mine cut diamonds at the corners, weighing 0.40 cts each, graded H/I
Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Van Cleef Arpels Vintage 18k Yellow Gold 2 Ct Diamond and Pearl Statement Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
& Arpels Vintage 18K Yellow Gold 2 ct Diamond and Pearl Statement Ring is offered in estate condition
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond and Pearl Ring-Dent
Located in Dallas, TX
Gold Diamond and Pearl This ring can be sized 2 sizes Combination of Rounds and Baguette Diamonds
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
14k yellow gold ring featuring 2 fresh water pearls measuring 10mm accented by 2 marquise cut
Category

20th Century American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl and Diamond Navette Shaped Edwardian Ring
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A platinum navette shaped ring set with 30 brilliant cut diamonds (app. 0.2 carat) circa and a
Category

20th Century British Edwardian Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

0.30ctw Pearl Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring, Platinum, Ring, Pearl
Located in McLeansville, NC
This elegant 0.30ctw pearl baguette diamond engagement ring is crafted in luxurious platinum. At
Category

Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Antique 1940s Pearl and 1.02 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage pearl and 1.02 carat antique diamond, platinum dress ring; part of
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Gold Victorian Ring with Pearls and Diamonds
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat yellow gold ring set with four half round, grey pearls set in a clover shape with five
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Victorian Turquoise, Diamond and Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a Victorian turquoise, diamond and pearl cluster ring from the Victorian era. The ring
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
: 5.4 grams Ring Size: K 1/2 (51) Band Width: 2mm Face Diameter: 19mm x 15mm Pearl: 8.5mm Total Diamond
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
grams Pearl: 5.6mm Diamonds: Approx. 0.90 carats, Colour: G-H, Clarity: VS UK Ring Size: L 1/2 (52
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pearl and 1.70Ct Diamond Platinum Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage pearl and 1.70 carat diamond, platinum dress ring; part of
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

1940s Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.27 Carat diamond and pearl, 14 karat yellow gold and 14 karat white gold
Category

20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Pearl and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
Sensational David Webb Mabe’ pearl and diamond cocktail ring finely crafted in 18 karat yellow gold
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Grey Natural Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
pearl (certified) of 41 grains and surrounded by diamonds. Ring size 5-1/2.
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Edwardian Three-Stone Natural Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful three-stone pearl and diamond ring dating back to the Edwardian era. This
Category

Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

14 Karat Gold Pearl, Turquoise and Diamond Ring
Located in Kingston, NY
14k gold pearl and turquoise ring set with 2 small diamonds approx. size 6 has a retainer. 4.5dwt
Category

20th Century More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Marsh Company Steel Platinum Diamond and Pearl Ring
By Marsh Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
totaling .12 carat and centrally set with an 8 M.M. Fine White Pink luster Cultured Pearl. The ring
Category

Vintage 1930s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Steel

1960s South Sea Pearl and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive south sea pearl and 0.72 carat diamond, platinum dress ring; part
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Akoya Pearl and Diamond Bypass Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Intriguing pearl and diamond bypass ring crafted in platinum showcasing two 8.5mm Akoya pearls
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern More Rings

Materials

Pearl, Platinum

Diamond Pearl Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This vintage cocktail ring with a genuine cultured pearl measuring approx. 9mm, and marquise and
Category

Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

Cultured Pearls and Diamonds White Gold Interlaced Ring
Located in Vannes, FR
Interlaced Ring with Diamonds and Cultured Pearls. White Gold 18 Carat 2 Tahiti Cultured Pearls
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tahitian Pearl Diamond Platinum Ring
By Assael
Located in Troy, MI
. Size: 6 Gem quality Cultured Pearl, 14.8 - 15.7mm, 4 Pear Shaped Diamonds, 1.63 cttw. 2 Round Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

14 Karat White Gold Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Pearl and Diamond Ring Size 5.5- This stunning ring features one white pearl
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Toi en Moi - ring with pearls and diamonds
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
ring is a unique and elegant addition to any jewelry collection. Pearls: 2 pieces Color: White-pink
Category

Late 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

LB Exclusive Platinum 0.47 Carat Diamond and Pearl Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
carats of diamonds. The ring weighs 10 grams and boasts band thickness of 2 mm and top height of 13 mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

18 Karat Black Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
18 Karat Black Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Cocktail Ring Size 6.5 Metal: 18k gold Weight: 8.8 grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

LB Exclusive Platinum 0.91 ct Diamond and Pearl Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive ring is crafted from platinum and weighs 16.1 grams, boasting band thickness of 2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

LB Exclusive Platinum 0.56 Carat Diamond and Pearl Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
carats of diamonds. The ring weighs 8.8 grams and boasts band thickness of 2 mm and top height of 12 mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

LB Exclusive Platinum 0.56 Carat Diamond and Pearl Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive ring is crafted from platinum and weighs 8.1 grams, boasting band thickness of 2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

14 Karat White Gold Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Clarity: VS1-2 Diamond: 28 baguette cut = 0.60cttw Color: H Clarity: VS1-2 Weight: 3.84 grams Dimensions
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

1920s Antique Cultured Pearl and 1.10 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive cultured pearl and 1.10 carat diamond, 18 carat yellow gold and 18 carat white gold
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Saltwater Pearl and Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique saltwater pearl and 0.15 carat diamond, platinum ring; part of our
Category

Antique Early 1900s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Bespoke Pearl Diamond Ring 0.16ct
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A Pearl and Diamond Ring, with a 15.2mm South Sea cultured pearl and 24 round brilliant cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

1.25 Carat Diamond Pearl Ring
Located in Miami, FL
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum Ring with 2 Old European Diamonds Weighing Approximately 1.25
Category

20th Century American More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

LB Exclusive Platinum 0.87 Carat Diamond and Pearl Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
2 mm and top height of 16 mm, while top dimensions measure 18 by 20 mm. The ring is set with a 13.4
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Tiffany Co. Diamond Pearl Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
by sparkling marquise cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.25ct. The size of the ring is 6 1/2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Statement Diamond Lizard and Conch Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This fashion-forward diamond lizard ring is a true statement piece that combines nature-inspired
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Titanium

Boucheron White Gold, Diamond, Tahitian Pearl and Pearl Toi Et Moi Ring
By Boucheron
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat white gold, South Sea pearl and diamond ring, Boucheron. Designed in "toi et moi
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Ring Size 6- This sparkling ring features one
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold

LB Exclusive Platinum 0.15 Ct Diamond and Pearl Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
mm pearl. The pearl is accented on either side by diamonds, totaling 0.15 carats. The ring has a band
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Retro 14k Turquoise, Diamond, and Pearl Cherub Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
damage to the pearls, diamonds, or turquoise stone.
Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl and Diamond In Memory of Mourning Ring
Located in London, GB
Ring Size: R 1/2 (EU 59) Pearl: 3.5mm Diamonds: 6 (1.25mm) Hallmarked: Yes (1864, Birmingham) Period Of
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Enamel

Victorian Three-Stone Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow gold three-stone pearl and diamond ring from the Victorian era. The
Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Two Stone Pearl and Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming pearl and diamond crossover ring from the Edwardian era. The swirling face
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Ring Size 6.5- This stunning ring features one
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

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2 Pearl And Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 2 pearl and diamond ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect 2 pearl and diamond ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 carat and 1 carat are consistently popular carat weights. A 2 pearl and diamond ring from JT Jewellery Theatre, Natkina and LB Exclusive — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any 2 pearl and diamond ring from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 1764 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old european cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. Most of our 2 pearl and diamond ring for sale are for women, but there are 537 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 2 Pearl And Diamond Ring?

On average, a 2 pearl and diamond ring at 1stDibs sells for $2,756, while they’re typically $110 on the low end and $225,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.