Cat s Eye Diamonds
Vintage 1970s American Fashion Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Fashion Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Diamond, Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Drop Earrings
Diamond, Moonstone, White Diamond, 22k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Cocktail Rings
Moonstone, Platinum
Vintage 1940s More Rings
Alexandrite, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Fashion Rings
White Diamond, Quartz, Silver
Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings
Chrysoberyl, Platinum
2010s American Artist Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Cufflinks
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Onyx, White Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Chrysoberyl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1960s Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Moonstone, Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Japanese Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Solitaire Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s Hong Kong Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, Alexandrite, Chrysoberyl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Cluster Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Moonstone, Rose Gold
2010s American Fashion Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s Modernist Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
20th Century Asian Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Chrysoberyl, Emerald, Garnet, Moonstone, Blue Sapphire, Y...
2010s Indian Cocktail Rings
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sap...
2010s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, C...
2010s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, C...
Early 2000s Indian Anglo-Indian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, C...
Vintage 1960s Chain Bracelets
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Moonstone, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Band Rings
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Zircon, 22k...
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Dome Rings
Chrysoberyl, 9k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern More Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s French Contemporary Brooches
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century American More Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Cluster Rings
Chrysoberyl, White Diamond, 15k Gold
Early 2000s Cluster Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century American More Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Band Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century More Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings
Chrysoberyl, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Unknown More Rings
Diamond
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cluster Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
20th Century More Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Band Rings
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Cluster Rings
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
20th Century Italian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold
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Cat s Eye Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much are Cat s Eye Diamonds?
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.
- Is cat’s eye a real stone?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, cat's eye is a real stone. Its scientific name is cymophane. Cat's eye is part of the chrysoberyl family of minerals, which also includes alexandrite. The stone is a greenish-yellow color and shows off a luminescent band that resembles the way a cat's eyes shine in the dark. On 1stDibs, find a collection of cat's eye jewelry.
- Is a cat s eye stone rare?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the cat’s eye chrysoberyl gem is extremely rare. The highly sought after stone is only found in a few deposits in the world. Shop a collection of expertly vetted gems from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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