6 Carat Emerald Cut
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Antique 18th Century Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, ...
Antique 17th Century Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s German Modern Loose Gemstones
Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Modern Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 2000s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 2000s American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Roman Drop Earrings
Emerald, Gold
2010s American Artisan Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s North American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold
2010s Thai Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown More Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Solitaire Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings
Tanzanite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s American Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Band Rings
Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s North American Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Retro Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
Antique 1890s Victorian Bangles
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Clip-on Earrings
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Stud Earrings
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Stud Earrings
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s Solitaire Rings
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Solitaire Rings
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Unknown Modern Band Rings
Aquamarine, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
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6 Carat Emerald Cut For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 6 Carat Emerald Cut?
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.