28 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
2010s American Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century American Modern Fashion Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings
Topaz, Blue Topaz, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Stud Earrings
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s Indian Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
2010s Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Art Deco Dome Rings
Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century More Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
2010s American Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, 24k Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Peridot, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Swiss Art Deco More Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1940s Spanish Retro Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1970s European Post-War Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Link Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s Thai Modern Cocktail Rings
Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modernist More Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American More Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s Unknown Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century More Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
20th Century Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s Israeli Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Late 20th Century Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Platinum
2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Unknown Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Contemporary Cluster Rings
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
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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.