6 Carat Pear Shaped Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Brooches
White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s More Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Dangle Earrings
Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold
1990s Italian Modernist Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
2010s French Drop Earrings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Dangle Earrings
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s European Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century American Retro More Rings
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown More Earrings
White Diamond, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Singaporean Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Drop Earrings
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American More Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold
2010s American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century French Modern Bangles
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Enamel
2010s Singaporean Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Cluster Rings
Peridot, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold, Gold
2010s Israeli Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Israeli Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s French Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Citrine, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Indian Modern Engagement Rings
Tourmaline, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1980s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Emerald, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique Late 18th Century Spanish Baroque Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1970s European Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Onyx, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Bridal Rings
Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cluster Rings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1990s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Emerald, White Diamond, Platinum
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6 Carat Pear Shaped Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 6 Carat Pear Shaped 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.