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Emerald Diamond Wedding Band, 14K Yellow Gold, Ring, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
An Art Deco style 14 karat yellow gold emerald and diamond wedding band. This stackable ring
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.92 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond East-West Eternity Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A unique wedding band that still accentuates it's classy style. 13 emerald cut diamonds set in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

3.56 Carat Total Emerald Cut Diamond Seven-Stone Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A very classy wedding band for a classy person. Features 7 perfectly matched emerald cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

2.13 Carat Total Emerald Cut Diamond Seven-Stone Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A very classy wedding band for a classy person. Features 7 perfectly matched emerald cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 9.52 Carats Total Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A simple and brilliant eternity wedding band showcasing a row of emerald cut diamonds weighing 9.52
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 0.50 Carats Total Round Alternating Emerald Diamond Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
alternates with white round diamonds, emerald weighs 0.24 carats and white diamonds weighs 0.26 carats. Set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 4.15 Carats Total Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A classic eternity wedding band style showcasing a row of emerald cut diamonds weighing 4.15 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Malakov 4.13 Carats Total Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A classic wedding band style showcasing a row of emerald cut diamonds weighing 4.13 carats total, H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

3.83 Carats Total Mixed Cut Half Emerald Diamond Eternity Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
weighing 1.66 carats total and 9 brilliant emerald cut diamonds weighing 2.17 carats total, set on a shared
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum and Diamond Wedding Band Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
emerald cut diamonds (.10 ct. each) and 30 round brilliant cut diamonds (1.2 ct. twt.) set in beautifully
Category

20th Century Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

14.10 Carat Emerald and Diamond Rose-Cut Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A gorgeous and elegant ring set in 18k white and yellow with natural emerald and diamond. The
Category

2010s Indian Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold

Roman Malakov 5.82 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Wedding Band in Platinum
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
emerald cut diamonds set in a timeless eternity. Diamonds 5.82 carats total and is set in polished
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 2.53 Carats Total Emerald Cut Diamond Five-Stone Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A classy and unique wedding band showcasing 5 perfectly matched emerald cut diamonds weighing 2.53
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 5.82 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Wedding Band in Platinum
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
emerald cut diamonds set in a timeless eternity. Diamonds 5.82 carats total and is set in polished
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 4.12 Carat Total Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Wedding Band Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A classic eternity wedding band style featuring a row of emerald cut diamond weighing 4.12 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.21cts Tourmaline Diamond Wedding Ring in 14K Rose Gold Emerald Cut 8x6.7mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This exquisite ring features a stunning 2.21ct emerald-cut Tourmaline, set in luxurious 14K rose
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

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

3.37 Carats Total Oval Cut Half Green Emerald Diamond Eternity Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
emeralds weighing 1.69 carats total and 10 brilliant oval cut diamonds weighing 1.68 carats total, set on a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum Princess Emerald Cut 2.25 TCW Diamond Eternity Wedding Band
Located in New York, NY
of 1.2 carats of princess-cut diamonds, interspersed with 1.05 carats of emerald-cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Palladium, Platinum, Rhodium

Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified Diamond Eternity Band
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite eternity band crafted by hand in Platinum, showcasing 16 stunning GIA Certified emerald
Category

2010s American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive contemporary 0.72 carat emerald and 0.48 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow and white
Category

Early 2000s British Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Graff 11.36 Carat Diamond Wedding Eternity Band
By Graff
Located in Miami, FL
A breathtakingly beautiful Graff Diamond Wedding Band featuring 15 emerald cut diamonds weighing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 1.30ct Emerald Dia Wedding Engagement Anniversary Platinum Ring Band
Located in New York, NY
Antique Art Deco 1.30ct Emerald & Diamond Wedding Engagement Anniversary Platinum Ring Band. Gift
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Cartier Emerald and Diamond Three Stone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A Cartier emerald and diamond three stone 18 karat yellow gold ring, circa 1997. This exceptional
Category

1990s British Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Roman Malakov 7.66 Carat Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire Eternity Wedding Band Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
total. Inside the basket of the sapphires are round brilliant diamonds set underneath the gemstones to
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Estate Tiffany and Co 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Emerald Band Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Great Neck, NY
diamonds and emerald set on top of the band. The ring sits low on the finger and is in great condition
Category

Vintage 1970s Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Diamond and Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Diamond and Emerald Engagement Ring. This gorgeous Art
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Diamond Emerald Ring 14k Gold 1.75 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
CERTIFIED $3,950 LADIES FINE EMERALD AND DIAMOND RING This is a One of a Kind Unique Custom Made
Category

2010s Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

12 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band
Located in Miami, FL
A breathtakingly beautiful diamond wedding band featuring 17 emerald cut diamonds set in platinum
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

12 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band
Located in Miami, FL
A breathtakingly beautiful diamond wedding band featuring 17 emerald cut diamonds set in platinum
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band 5.17 Carat
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Emerald Cut Common Prong Eternity Band. This Stunning Wedding Band is Set with 23 Emerald
Category

2010s American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band 7.00 Carat
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Emerald Cut Common Prong Eternity Band. This Stunning Wedding Band is Set with 18 Emerald
Category

2010s American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Emerald Ring 14k Gold 2.15 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Magnificent and Glamorous statement Fine Emerald and Diamond Ring set in 14 KT White Gold It is exquisite in
Category

2010s Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

10 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band Certified
Located in New York, NY
The CHLOE Wedding Anniversary Eternity Band features 18 Emerald Cut 50 pointer diamonds weighing a
Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.7ct Emerald Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 18K Gold Emerald cut 10x7.5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
diamonds set in solid 18K gold. This Emerald ring makes a lovely May birthstone gift for your loved ones
Category

2010s American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Cartier Emerald and Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Full Eternity Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
superb full eternity band, set with alternating calibré cut emeralds and round brilliant cut diamond
Category

Vintage 1960s European Retro Wedding Rings

Materials

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

4.93 Carat Total Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band in Platinum
Located in Chicago, IL
This is an impressive eternity wedding band that boasts 21 emerald cut diamonds that have been
Category

2010s American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

1900s Edwardian 1.66 Carat Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
emeralds oval faceted and rose cut diamonds between each of them. Total weight of emeralds: 1.66 carat
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Handmade Natural Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Eternity Band In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
with this Handmade Natural Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Eternity Band. Featuring meticulously set
Category

2010s American Modernist Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

1.27 Carats, Natural Zambian Shield Shaped Emerald Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and chic, Emerald Engagement / Wedding Ring set in 18K White Gold & Diamonds. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

11.22 Carats Asscher Cut Diamonds GIA Platinum Eternity Band Wedding Ring
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
One platinum eternity band set with 14 Asscher-cut diamonds in shared prong settings. The diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

9.0 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This fabulous diamond wedding eternity band features 18 high quality emerald cut diamonds. Eighteen
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

William Rosenberg Platinum North-South Emerald Cut Diamond 6.04 Carat Band Ring
By William Rosenberg
Located in Troy, MI
Emerald Cut Diamond averages 0.25 Ct ( quarter carat ). Diamonds are all channel set for a smooth feel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Alexander Beverly Hills 7.64ct Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band 18k S.6
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning emerald cut diamond eternity band, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 19 emerald cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Dainty Kite Shape Emerald with Baguette Diamond Curve Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ This is a dainty little headdress ring set with a rich green emerald center stone, and flanked
Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold

Alexander Beverly Hills 7.55ct Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band 18k S.5
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning emerald cut diamond eternity band, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 18 emerald cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

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

2.61cts Bi-Color Tourmaline Diamond Ring in 14K Gold Emerald Cut 10.3X6.2mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Weight: 2.61cts Head Size: 10.3X6.2mm Shape: Emerald Cut Hardness: 7-7.5 Metal: 14k-2.99g Diamond Count
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

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

1.27cts Bi-Color Tourmaline Diamond Ring in 14K Gold Emerald Cut 6.5X5.5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
An exquisite ring features a stunning 1.27-carat bi-color tourmaline, skillfully cut in an emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

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

4.27 Carats Total Mixed Cut Half Blue Sapphire Diamond Eternity Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
weighing 2.10 carats total and 9 brilliant emerald cut diamonds weighing 2.17 carats total, set on a shared
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alexander Beverly Hills 3.77ct D-F Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band 18k S.5.25
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning emerald cut diamond eternity band, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 25 emerald cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

4.48 ct Emerald Cut East West Eternity Ring
By Hakimi s Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant ring features a captivating array of 14 emerald-cut white diamonds. The 4.48 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.32 Carat Pie Cut Diamond and Onyx Art Deco Style Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
9 pieces of D color VVS clarity diamonds are set together with onyx and white diamonds in this art
Category

2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

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

8.50 Carat Diamond Eternity Band
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous eternity band crafted in Platinum, showcasing 22 emerald cut diamonds weighing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

4.04 Carat Diamond Platinum Eternity Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Custom made platinum diamond Eternity band ring with Emerald step cut diamonds securely set. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

13.24 Carat Total Weight F VS1 Emerald Cut Eternity Band
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
This absolutely dazzling platinum eternity band is set with 17 emerald cut, F color, VS1 clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 7.50 CTW Baguette Diamond Platinum Eternity Channel Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring baguette cut diamonds channel set fully around Weighing approximately 7.50 carats total
Category

20th Century Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

3.3ct Indicolite Tourmaline Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K White Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
emerald cut indicolite tourmaline gemstone with natural earth mined diamonds and a split shank, all set in
Category

2010s American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

4.7ct Blue Zircon Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K White Gold EM 11x6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
earth mined diamonds and milgrain detail, all set in solid 14K gold. This Blue Zircon ring makes a
Category

2010s American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Zircon, Blue Zircon, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

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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.