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Van Cleef Arpels Ltd Ed 2018 Gold Mother of Pearl Vintage Alhambra Pendant
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
pendant from the 2018 Holiday collection. The pendant features a beaded edge 4 leaf clover motif with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Limited Edition 2019 Celestial Blue Porcelain Vintage Alhambr
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
pendant from the 2019 Holiday collection. The pendant features a beaded edge 4 leaf clover motif with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Multi-Gemstone Slide Compilation Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
wings and a garnet body. Resting at the center is a gorgeous 3-leaf clover slide graced with fantastic
Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold, 15k Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Ltd Ed 2020 White Gold Guilloche Alhambra Pendant VCARP6L800
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
from the 2020 Holiday collection. The pendant features a beaded edge 4 leaf clover motif with a white
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Ltd Ed 2019 Celestial Blue Porcelain Vintage Alhambra Holiday
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
pendant from the 2019 Holiday collection. The pendant features a beaded edge 4 leaf clover motif with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Limited Edition Obsidian Vintage Alhambra Holiday Pendant VCA
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
from the 2023 Holiday collection. The pendant features a beaded edge 4 leaf clover motif with an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Limited Edition Rhodonite Alhambra Holiday Pendant VCARP7TD00
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
from the 2021 Holiday collection. The pendant features a beaded edge 4 leaf clover motif with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Limited Edition Rhodonite Alhambra Holiday Pendant VCARP7TD00
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
from the 2021 Holiday collection. The pendant features a beaded edge 4 leaf clover motif with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Ltd Ed 2015 Pink Porcelain Vintage Alhambra Holiday Pendant
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
pendant from the 2015 Holiday collection. The pendant features a beaded edge 4-leaf clover motif with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Pink Porcelain Vintage Alhambra Holiday Pendant VCAR05SY00
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
pendant, from the 2015 Holiday collection. The pendant features the iconic beaded edge 4-leaf clover motif
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Yellow Gold Onyx Vintage Alhambra Earrings VCARA44200
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
collection. The earrings feature the iconic 4-leaf clover motif, with an onyx inlay set to the centre
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

4 Leaf clover Brooch 18k White Gold with Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in Tampa, FL
4 Leaf clover Brooch 18k White Gold with Diamonds and Sapphires  Brooch Metal - 18K
Category

1990s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef Arpels 4 Leaf Clover Genuine Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Van Cleef & Arpels ring features the lucky four-leaf clover design crafted in 18k
Category

1990s French More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dalben Opal Diamond Gold Four-Leaf Clover Rosary Necklace
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design hand crafted necklace composed of a four-leaf clover with 4 heart shape Australian
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamonds Four Leaf Clover Brooch
Located in Vannes, FR
Four-leaf clover brooch in 18K yellow gold and diamonds Antique 18 karat yellow gold lucky charm
Category

20th Century French Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dalben Opal Diamond and Gold Four-Leaf Clover Little Ring
By Oreste Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design four-leaf clover Australian Opals little ring with 4 heart shape Australian Opals and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Brown Diamond, Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Enamel Art Nouveau Four-Leaf Clover Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Enamel Art Nouveau Four-Leaf Clover Brooch, Circa 1905, looks so real... With a claw-set
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Brooches

Cartier 18K White and Pink Gold Diamond 4 Hearts Clover Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Simpsonville, SC
designed jewelry piece that combines the symbolism of a four-leaf clover with the elegance of Cartier's
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier 18K White and Pink Gold Diamond 4 Hearts Clover Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Simpsonville, SC
designed jewelry piece that combines the symbolism of a four-leaf clover with the elegance of Cartier's
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Persian Turquoise and Diamond Clover Brooch
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1910, platinum over 14k. A beautiful example of Edwardian jewelry, this gorgeous four-leaf
Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Platinum

Victorian 15 Karat Gold Peridot Ruby Three Leaf Clover Bar Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a playful Victorian three leaf clover bar brooch crafted in 15K yellow gold. The piece
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Peridot, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold

Love Earrings in Recycled Gold with Diamonds
By Cristina Cipolli Jewellery
Located in London, Richmond
Brilliant beacons of optimism and love, the four-leaf clover and the heart are radiant symbols of a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian 1905 Art Nouveau Enamel Clover Pendant Brooch In 14Kt Gold And Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
named for. Four-Leaves Clover Closeup of a 4 leaf clover The four-leaves clover is a rare variation
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold

Edwardian 1905 Art Nouveau Clover Enamel Pendant Brooch 18Kt 1.02 Ctw Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
royalty the Edwardian era is named for. Four-Leaf Clover Closeup of a 4 leaf clover The four-leaf
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

4 Carat Diamond and Cultured Pearl Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
at the front by four-leaf clovers set with round and baguette-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum and
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Mother of Pearl Diamond Gold Platinum 11 piece Cufflink Set
Located in Narberth, PA
platinum overlay forms the shape of a beautiful 4-leaf clover, which is lined with delicate rose cut
Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Van Cleef Arpels Onyx Diamond Alhambra Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
composed of a four leaf clover motif with a onyx insert set to the centre, complimented by a beaded edge
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Bracelet 18k Gold Diamond
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Diamonds are G-H color, VS2 clarity; total carat weight is ~2.40 cts. The length is 7 1/4" (will fit up
Category

1990s American Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef Arpels White Gold Pure Alhambra Diamond Pendant
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
pendant features a 4-leaf clover motif set with 13 round brilliant cut diamonds with a total weight of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Gold Rose Gold Black White Diamond Ring, Designer RI, Very Good
Located in San Diego, CA
to 4.45mm, has a decorative 4-leaf clover design under the gallery, size 7, and weighs 5 grams
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Magic Alhambra Yellow Gold and Diamonds Earrings
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
, IF to VVS. REFERENCE VCARO9II00 STONE Diamond: 24 stones, 0.97 carat Malachite: 4 stones CLASP Clip
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra Collection Diamond Turquoise Flower Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Tustin, CA
a bright blue turquoise 4 leaf clover shaped face with a bezel set round brilliant diamond center
Category

Early 2000s French Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Limited Edition Malachite Vintage Alhambra Holiday Pendant
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
from the 2013 Holiday collection. The pendant features a beaded edge 4 leaf clover motif with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Vintage Alhambra holiday pendant 2023 Silver Obsidian
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in London, England
a beaded edge 4 leaf clover motif and a single bezel set round brilliant cut diamond, set to the
Category

2010s French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Limited 2011 Carnelian Vintage Alhambra Holiday Pendant
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
from the 2011 Holiday collection. The pendant features a beaded edge 4-leaf clover motif with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Carnelian, Rose Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Limited Edition 2015 Pink Porcelain Vintage Alhambra Holiday
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
pendant from the 2015 Holiday collection. The pendant features a beaded edge 4 leaf clover motif with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Limited Edition Celestial Blue Vintage Alhambra Necklace
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in London, England
pendant from the 2019 Holiday collection. The pendant features a beaded edge 4 leaf clover motif with a
Category

2010s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Ltd Ed Celestial Blue Porcelain Alhambra Holiday Pendant
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
pendant from the 2019 Holiday collection. The pendant features a beaded edge 4 leaf clover motif with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Victorian Multi-colour Gem And Diamond Clover Leaf Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian multi-colour gem and diamond clover leaf brooch, the three leaves each set with a pear
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

4 Leaf Clover Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian 4 leaf clover ring with black enamel, demantoid garnets and 0.75 carats of Old European
Category

American Cocktail Rings

Gemset 4-Leaf Clover Pendant/Charm
Located in New York, NY
Large figural "four-leaf clover" charm/pendant. Set with faceted rubies, aquamarines, sapphires
Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Gemset Large 4-Leaf Clover Gold Charm
Located in New York, NY
Charming charm, a large figural 4-leaf clover. All-over finely retriculated pattern. In 14K yellow
Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Retro Gold Tiffany Co. 4-Leaf Clover Earrings
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Figural "four-leaf clover" earrings. Made and signed by TIFFANY & CO. 14K yellow and rose gold
Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Late 1800s French Art Nouveau Bumble Bee 4 Leaf Clover 18K Gold Diamond Brooch
Located in New york, NY
Bee sitting atop a four leaf clover with incorporation extremely fine detail paid to the bee using
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Tiger s Eye, 18k Gold

Late 1800s French Art Nouveau Bumble Bee 4 Leaf Clover 18k Gold Diamond Brooch
By Buccellati
Located in New york, NY
Bee sitting atop a four leaf clover with incorporation extremely fine detail paid to the bee using
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Tiger s Eye, 18k Gold

Diamond Clover Earrings in 18k White Gold
Located in Surfside, FL
Lucky diamond 4 leaf clover earrings with approximately 3 carats diamonds G color VS clarity in 18k
Category

20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

White Gold

Art Deco Ruby Diamond Gold Platinum Four Leaf floral Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
18 KT Gold & Platinum 4 Leaf Clover Floral Cocktail Ring Consisting of 1 Center Diamond weighing
Category

Vintage 1920s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Chanel Diamond Gold "Camellia" Charm Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Greenwich, CT
, alternating with two 4-leaf clovers and a single iconic Camellia flower, in 18k white gold, numbered 17H1531
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Sapphire Diamond Horseshoe Bracelet in Original Box
Located in Wimberley, TX
bangle of 14k rose gold features the popular motifs of a horseshoe and a three leaf clover of a trio of 3
Category

British More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond

I Bring Good Luck Gold Charm
Located in New York, NY
Round charm with figural four-leaf clover in the center. Around the clover, black enamel letters
Category

Vintage 1930s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Gold Gook Luck Ring
Located in New York, NY
Charming wide gold band with cut-out "Good Luck" images: horseshoe, 4-leaf clover, elephant with
Category

Vintage 1940s American Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold

Gold Ruby and Pearl Eight-Picture Locket
Located in New York, NY
Large figural "four-leaf clover" locket. With a central applied cartouche of brilliant
Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold

Modern Italian Diamond 4-Leaf Clover 18 Karat Gold Pierced Earrings
Located in St. Louis Park, MN
These modern, lucky, 4-leaf clover shaped pierced earrings are adorned with 1cwt of diamonds and
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

4 Leaf Clover Earring with Blue Sapphire and Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Westmount, CA
A pair of 4 leaf clover earring set with natural blue sapphires with a black rhodium finish that
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Enamel Pearl Four Leaf Clover Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Graceful figural four-leaf clover "Good Luck" earrings. Shaded green enamel with seed pearl border
Category

Vintage 1930s American More Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Onyx 1.4 Carat Diamond Shell Brooch 18K Gold circa 1860
Located in Goettingen, DE
decorated with small seed pearls. The arrangement of the diamonds in the shape of a three-leaf clover is
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Chanel Mademoiselle Collection Profil de Camelia Bracelet with Six Charms
By Chanel
Located in Columbia, MO
handbag or purse, a 4 leaf clover, & a "Maison de Chanel" door. Each charm has its own lobster clasp
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Charm Bracelets

Materials

Agate, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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4 Leaf Clover With Diamond Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate piece of 4 leaf clover with diamond jewelry for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of gold, yellow gold and 18k gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 45 vintage editions and 22 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of 4 leaf clover with diamond jewelry 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 choice in our collection of 4 leaf clover with diamond jewelry from Van Cleef Arpels, Fred Paris and Oshi Jewels — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and heart cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an object in our assortment of 4 leaf clover with diamond jewelry, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 4 Leaf Clover With Diamond Jewelry?

On average, a piece of 4 leaf clover with diamond jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $3,729, while they’re typically $453 on the low end and $98,000 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.