28 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond
2010s Zambian Modern Engagement Rings
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Wedding Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, ...
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Retro Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Onyx, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s European Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wedding Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Link Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Emerald, Turquoise, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cluster Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Fashion Rings
Emerald, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
2010s Israeli Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Victorian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
Late 20th Century Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Dutch Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
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28 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 28 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.