3 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones
Sapphire
2010s Asian Engagement Rings
Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Stud Earrings
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Three-Stone Rings
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings
Emerald, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Drop Earrings
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s American Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones
Diamond
2010s American Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
Vintage 1980s Unknown Art Deco Signet Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
Vintage 1920s French Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings
Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Solitaire Rings
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1990s Unknown Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Modern Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Link Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Aesthetic Movement Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s English Art Deco Engagement Rings
Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Silver
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Wedding Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Wedding Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
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3 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 3 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald?
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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