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18 Karat Rose Gold 28 Carat Blue Topaz and White Diamonds Drop Earrings
Located in Antwerpen, BE
quality white diamonds. diamonds total weight is 1.84ct and blue topaz is 28.62ct. set in 18kt rose gold.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold 19 Carat Blue Topaz and White Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
quality white diamonds. diamonds total weight is 1.23ct and blue topaz is 19.20ct. set in 18kt rose gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold

Antique Emerald Hoop Earrings, 18K Solid Gold Hoop Earrings with Drop Emerald
Located in Orlando, Florida
and Diamond Earring, 18K Gold Emerald Earring Set, 18K Gold Emerald Earring Set, Diamond Wedding
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Lizunova Morganite and Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold and White Gold Ring
By Lizunova Fine Jewels
Located in Sydney, NSW
diamond-set wedding band. 18 karat rose and white gold, approx 2.5ct pear cut pale pink morganite, .18ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

GIA-Certified 5.64ct Natural Diamond 3-Stone Ring in 18K White Gold Emerald cut
Located in Los Angeles, CA
emerald cut center diamond, GIA certified for quality and authenticity. Perfect for any special occasion
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Rose, White, Yellow Gold Set of 3 Diamond Stacking Eternity Rings
By Vivid
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Genius of design! Set of 3 meticulously crafted diamond stacking rings. 18 karat. Yellow. White
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Lizunova Green Tourmaline and Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Lizunova Fine Jewels
Located in Sydney, NSW
, eg diamond, sapphire, spinel, emerald, ruby, tourmaline, morganite, aquamarine and many others. 18
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pear Cut Emerald Earring, Solid Gold Earrings
Located in Orlando, Florida
and Diamond Earring, 18K Gold Emerald Earring Set, 18K Gold Emerald Earring Set, Diamond Wedding
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Multi Fancy Shape Natural Diamond 18k Gold Eternity Band Multi Shape Diamond
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-catching fancy shape ring Set in 18K gold, this gorgeous row of diamonds envelopes three-quarters of this
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique, Edwardian, 18ct Gold, Platinum, Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
. Each set with extraordinary gemstones: diamond, sapphire, emerald, ruby, opal, turquoise, amethyst
Category

Early 20th Century British Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum

Solitaire 0.3 CT Center Diamond 0.73 Total Accents Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By Sage Designs L.A.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond (1.03 total carat weight) wedding bridal set engagement ring in 14k rose gold. The ring is
Category

2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Marquise Cut Emerald Stud Earring Gold Earrings for Women
Located in Orlando, Florida
and Diamond Earring, 18K Gold Emerald Earring Set, 18K Gold Emerald Earring Set, Diamond Wedding
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Aquamarine Dangle Drop Earrings, Unique Aquamarine and Diamond Earrings
Located in Orlando, Florida
Crystal Earring Set Wedding Gift For Her Item Details: Materials: 18K Gold Earring Type: Stud
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Halo Emerald Stud Earrings, 18K White Gold Earrings for women
Located in Orlando, Florida
and Diamond Earring, 18K Gold Emerald Earring Set, 18K Gold Emerald Earring Set, Diamond Wedding
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Pear Shaped Emerald Gold Earrings, Cute earrings for her
Located in Orlando, Florida
and Diamond Earring, 18K Gold Emerald Earring Set, 18K Gold Emerald Earring Set, Diamond Wedding
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Hoop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

18K Solid Gold Emerald Earrings , Dainty Drop Hoops for Women
Located in Orlando, Florida
and Diamond Earring, 18K Gold Emerald Earring Set, 18K Gold Emerald Earring Set, Diamond Wedding
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Hoop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

1.05ct White Rose Gold Pink Tourmaline Diamond Alternative Engagement Ring
By Harlin Jones
Located in Sydney, NSW
wedding day. Elevate your personalized bridal ring set with this gorgeous diamond engagement ring. If
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold

Gemstone Tennis Necklace, Diamond Tennis Choker, Solid Gold Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
worn! Each stone is carefully handpicked, assorted, and set in between white diamonds! These necklaces
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Alex Soldier Eternal Love Diamond Gold Engagement Ring One of a Kind Made in NYC
By Alex Soldier
Located in New York, NY
ring and a wedding band. Alex Soldier’s Eternal Love collection offers unlimited choice of commitment
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA 1.63 Carat Natural Yellow Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring in 14k White Gold
By Hand Made
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Embrace eternal love with our enchanting 14K White Gold 3-Stone Wedding Ring. At its heart shines a
Category

2010s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold, Multi Coloured Tourmaline Diamond Pendant Brooch
Located in QLD , AU
- this will work back well with any outfit. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, each emerald cut tourmaline is
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold 50 Carat Blue Topaz with White Diamonds Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerpen, BE
quality white diamonds. diamonds total weight is 1.70ct and blue topaz is 50.91ct. set in 18kt rose gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold

18K Solid Gold Emerald Hugie Hoop Earrings, Dainty Drop Hoops for Women
Located in Orlando, Florida
and Diamond Earring, 18K Gold Emerald Earring Set, 18K Gold Emerald Earring Set, Diamond Wedding
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Hoop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Lizunova Diamond White Gold Band Ring
By Lizunova Fine Jewels
Located in Sydney, NSW
used as a commitment or wedding ring. Handcrafted in Sydney in 18 karat white gold, set with 2 round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ronan Campbell Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
By Ronan Campbell
Located in Dublin 2, Dublin 2
Vibrant yellow diamond set in yellow gold surrounded by scintillating white diamonds – a simply
Category

2010s Irish Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Lizunova Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Split Band Ring
By Lizunova Fine Jewels
Located in Sydney, NSW
karat yellow gold, it is set with 2 brilliant cut diamonds. Width at top (widest point) 9mm Width at
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Lizunova Aquamarine Diamond 18k White Gold Bridal Engagement Ring
By Lizunova Fine Jewels
Located in Sydney, NSW
diamonds set into the band. The setting is designed to allow abundant light into this finest quality
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Double Halo Gold Earring for women, Minimalist Crystal Earring Set
Located in Orlando, Florida
and Diamond Earring, 18K Gold Emerald Earring Set, 18K Gold Emerald Earring Set, Diamond Wedding
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Pear Stud Earrings, Gold Earrings for Women, Cute Earrings Set
Located in Orlando, Florida
and Diamond Earring, 18K Gold Emerald Earring Set, 18K Gold Emerald Earring Set, Diamond Wedding
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold 3.82cttw Mixed Cuts Diamond Cigar Band
Located in New York, NY
of mixed cut diamonds elegantly set in this wedding band, a modern take on the classic cigar ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.25 Carat Pink Sapphire Bezel Set in 18 Carat Yellow Gold Wire Bangle
By DesignsOnDiamonds
Located in Chislehurst, Kent
diamond or other precious gemstones, such as an emerald, a blue sapphire and a ruby. The idea being that
Category

2010s British Modern Bangles

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Twigs and Buds Textured Ring Made in 18 Karat Rose and White Gold
By Marcel Salloum
Located in London, London
request the buds to be set with diamonds, emeralds, sapphires or any combination that comes to mind
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Citrine Pendant (P13876n)
Located in Teófilo Otoni, MG
: 0,44g Main stone: Citrino Main stone shape: Emerald Approximate main stone weight: 0,52cts Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Twigs and Buds Textured Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Marcel Salloum
Located in London, London
request the buds to be set with diamonds, emeralds, sapphires or any combination that comes to mind
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold

18k Yellow Gold Tourmaline Pearl Ring
Located in Barnsley, GB
This Tourmaline ring with 21 diamonds and stands out with the 4 pearls set in 18k Yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Regency Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Twigs Textured Band Made in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Marcel Salloum
Located in London, London
request the buds to be set with diamonds, emeralds, sapphires or any combination that comes to mind
Category

2010s British Contemporary More Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Twigs Textured Band 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Marcel Salloum
Located in London, London
request the buds to be set with diamonds, emeralds, sapphires or any combination that comes to mind
Category

2010s British Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Alternating Emerald and Diamond Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
this gorgeous emerald and diamond wedding ring features 7 vibrant green emeralds alternating with 6
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Set in Platinum 900, Emerald Cut Aquamarine and Diamond Wedding Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Beautiful emerald cut aquamarine wedding ring set in Platinum 900 with diamonds. The weight of the
Category

2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Tiffany Co. Emerald and Diamond Wedding Band
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with channel set alternating 5 Square cut Emeralds followed by 5 Round
Category

Late 20th Century Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Alternating Emerald Cut Ruby and Diamond Eternity Wedding Band
Located in New York, NY
A classic and color-rich wedding band showcasing a emerald cut rubies alternating with emerald cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Alternating Emerald Cut Ruby and Diamond Eternity Wedding Band
Located in New York, NY
alternate with 9 emerald cut diamonds weighing 4.82 carats total. Set in an eternity style setting. Made
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Vivid Diamonds 16.24 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite Vivid Diamonds eternity band crafted by hand in Platinum, showcasing 16 stunning emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vivid Diamonds 6.20 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Bands
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
emerald cut diamonds weighing 6.20 carats total, H color, VS clarity. Each diamond was carefully selected
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

8.95 Carat Shimmering Emerald Diamond Wedding Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A 8.95 carat of Emerald is set along with 1.23 carat of white brilliant diamond. The emerald has a
Category

2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Roman Malakov 2.80 Carats Total Emerald Cut Diamond Channel Set Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A simple and classy wide wedding band, showcasing 11 emerald cut diamonds weighing 2.80 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

HRD Certified Emerald Cut Diamond and Tappers Baguette Engagement Wedding Ring
Located in London, GB
This beautiful ring is set in its centre with a stunning emerald cut diamond, weighing 2.11ct. It
Category

2010s French Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 8.74 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
emerald cut diamonds weighing 8.74 carats total, D color, VVS-VS clarity. Each diamond was carefully
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Estate Vintage Antique Platinum Diamond and Emerald Wedding Bridal Set
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
For sale is a lovely antique Platinum Diamond and Emerald Wedding Set! Showcasing 1 Round Brilliant
Category

20th Century Art Deco Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

7.80 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
An elegant and classic wedding band showcasing a row of emerald cut diamonds weighing 7.80 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.63 Carat Emerald and Diamond Wedding Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, 10
stunning 1.63 carat emerald pear sits set with dazzling white diamonds, making this one-of-a-kind piece a
Category

2010s Thai Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Wedding Band Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Tiffany & Co Emerald Cut Diamond wedding band with 7 Diamonds bar set in Platinum. 7 Emerald cut
Category

Late 20th Century Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Retro Diamond 14k White Gold Wedding Set
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Retro Diamond 14k White Gold Wedding Set. The engagement ring features emerald cut diamond
Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

7.06 Carats Total Emerald Cut Alternating Blue Sapphire and Diamond Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and vibrant eternity wedding band style showcasing alternating emerald cut blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

5.01 Carat Total Emerald Cut Alternating Blue Sapphire and Diamond Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
alternate with 2.28 carats of emerald cut diamonds, F Color and VS in Clarity. Set in an open-gallery
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Certified Colombian Emerald Platinum Wedding Ring
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
white diamond halo surrounding them. Set in platinum to enrich the spectacular hues of the emerald and
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Hancocks Unusual French-Cut Emerald and Diamond 2-Row Eternity or Wedding Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
alternating sections of three square French-cut emeralds and three square French-cut diamonds, all in a
Category

2010s British Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

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Diamond And Emerald Wedding Set For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate diamond and emerald wedding set for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Platinum and White Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 5 vintage editions and 6 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a diamond and emerald wedding set may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but versions are of considerable interest. A diamond and emerald wedding set from Roman Malakov — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for an emerald cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a diamond and emerald wedding set, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Diamond And Emerald Wedding Set?

The price for a diamond and emerald wedding set starts at $1,750 and tops out at $25,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $4,100.

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.  

Questions About Diamond And Emerald Wedding Set
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best setting for an emerald-cut diamond is a matter of personal preference. For emerald-cut diamonds, solitaire and pavé settings are popular. The emerald cut comprises 58 facets and truncated corners on a rectangular step-cut stone. The flat pavilion of an emerald-cut diamond can magnify the stone’s imperfections, so the gem’s clarity is key. Initially a popular cut for emeralds only, it is now used on other precious stones, but the name has come to define the style. Find antique and vintage emerald-cut diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.