26 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Italian Modernist Link Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k ...
Vintage 1980s North American Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Asian Engagement Rings
Ruby, White Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s European Brooches
Aquamarine, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Drop Earrings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s Australian Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Brazilian Contemporary More Necklaces
Black Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
2010s Indian Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Portuguese Greek Revival Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Dome Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Diamond, 22k Gold
1990s Unknown Contemporary Bridal Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Dutch Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Drop Earrings
Emerald, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s American Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Drop Earrings
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Bridal Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s North American Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
White Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Hoop Earrings
18k Gold
Early 2000s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s German Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Kunzite, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Jade, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1990s American Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond
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26 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 26 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.