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Colombian Emerald and Ruby Bypass "Toi Et Moi" Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
Natural Colombian Emerald Pear Cut, Medium Fine Green Color/Clarity VS, and Natural untreated ruby Pear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Pla...

Statement Zambian Emerald Diamond Hoop Earrings 14K Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Statement Zambian Emerald Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings feature oval cut emerald set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Natural Emerald Gemstone Earrings Pear Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
, Bridesmaid or any other special day. Say it with a diamond! Features: ✦Handmade / Handcrafted Fine Jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Magnificent 10ct Green Emerald Diamond Fine Jewellery White Gold Tennis Bracelet
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, which creates
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Carats Emeralds and Diamond Earrings
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Each set with 39 marquise-shaped emeralds, decorated with brilliant-cut diamonds. emeralds
Category

2010s Italian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald

Emeralds Maravellous 6.79 Carats No Heat Red Spinel and Diamond 18K Drop Earring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
Ultra fine unheated Burma Red Spinel and Diamond Drop Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold. The cushion cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bespoke 75 Carats Colombian Emeralds and Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Bespoke Colombian Emerald and Diamond Necklace Elevate your jewelry collection with a masterpiece
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

61.00 Carat Ruby, Emerald, Diamond One of a Kind Necklace 18K Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
diamonds, a guaranteed statement piece , this exquisite Emerald Ruby Diamond 18K Gold Tutti Frutti Garden
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Everyday Emerald Diamond Necklace 18k Solid White Gold, Fine Jewelry Gift
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Everyday Emerald and Diamond Necklace with Chain in 18K Gold studded with round cut emerald and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

18.16Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Chandelier Earrings 14k White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
18.16Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Chandelier Earrings 14k White Gold Fine Jewelry These earrings are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

18.16Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Chandelier Earrings 18k White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
18.16Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Chandelier Earrings 18k White Gold Fine Jewelry These earrings are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chandelier Earrings

Materials

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

Zambian Emerald Gemstone Stud Earrings Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 3.69 Ct. Earrings Size :- 10 mm approx
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Zambian Emerald Gemstone Stud Earrings Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 3.69 Ct. Earrings Size :- 10 mm approx
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Colombian Emeralds and Diamond Platinum Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite emerald and diamond necklace set with graduated line of alternating oval-cut diamonds
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Zambian Emerald Gemstone Cocktail Ring Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
! Features: ✦Handmade / Handcrafted Fine Jewelry ✦Gemstone: Natural Diamond ✦Gemstone Cut: Round ✦Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pear Cut Natural Emerald and Diamond Bypass Ring in 14K Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
other fine jewelry pieces for a coordinated, polished look perfect for daily wear or special occasions
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Natural Emerald Gemstone Stud Earrings Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural Emerald Gemstone Stud Earrings Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry These earrings are
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

GIA Certified 8.84 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and Cadillac Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 8.84 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and Cadillac Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold and
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2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Stud Earrings 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
These Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 14 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings features octagon cut emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Statement Zambian Emerald Diamond Hoop Earrings 18K Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Statement Zambian Emerald Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings feature oval cut emerald set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Colombian Emeralds and Diamond Platinum Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Round and oval-cut emeralds, pear-shaped, circular and baguette-cut diamonds, platinum and gold, 43
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Natural Emerald Gemstone Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14k White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
:- 2.53 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Zambian Emerald Wt :- 1.16 Ct. Bracelet Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Platinum 1.02 Carat Emerald-Cut Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, Estate Jewelry
Located in Derby, NY
• Diamond cluster emerald ring • Vintage estate emerald jewelry • Mid-century platinum emerald ring
Category

20th Century Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Zambian Emerald Gemstone Stud Earrings Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 1 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 5.89 Ct. ✦ Sizing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold

Zambian Emerald Gemstone Stud Earrings Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 5.89 Ct. ✦ Sizing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Real Zambian Emerald Gemstone Earrings Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
gm 14k Solid White Gold Wt. :- 6.05 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.70 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold

Real Zambian Emerald Gemstone Earrings Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
18k White Gold Wt. :- 7.38 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.70 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 &
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Zambian Emerald Stud Earrings Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 1.82 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Zambian Emerald Wt. :- 2.12 Ct. Earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Stud Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
These Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 18 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings features octagon cut emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Emerald Diamond Ring Estate 14k White Gold Pear Halo Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish emerald & diamond ring crafted in 14 karat white gold. Pear cut emerald is estimated at
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural Emerald Gemstone Ring Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Handmade Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 2.88 carats Zambian emerald and 1.41
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold

Natural Emerald Gemstone Ring Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 2.88 carats Zambian emerald and 1.41
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Zambian Emerald Gemstone Cocktail Ring Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
other special day. Say it with a diamond! Features: ✦Handmade / Handcrafted Fine Jewelry ✦Gemstone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Emerald Cut Diamond Gold Vintage Eternity Band Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Diamond Eternity Band Ring. Securely nestled Hand set 44 Emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Emerald Cut Diamond Gold Eternity Band Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
28 Emerald Cut Diamonds, weighing approx. 2.70tcw; G-VS Quality. Hand crafted 18K White Gold mounting
Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Gemstone Cocktail Ring Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Handmade Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Diamond Wt. :- 1.20 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 5.44 Ct. Ring Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold

Emerald Gemstone Cocktail Ring Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 1.20 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 5.44 Ct. Ring Size :- 7 US
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Platinum .65cttw Fine Emerald and Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Big Bend, WI
A pair of platinum genuine earth mined emerald stud earrings with diamond halos. The round cut
Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

7.28ct Aquamarine Diamond Ring Estate Sz 6.25 Fine Cocktail Jewelry Emerald Cut
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish aquamarine & diamond cocktail ring crafted in 900 platinum. Emerald cut aquamarine
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Platinum Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful finely detailed Emerald-cut Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring. Center securely
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Rare 15 Carat Green Emerald Diamond Fine Jewelry White Gold Tennis Bracelet
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Bracelet Gold 18 K Diamond 44-Round 57-0,27-3/3A Emerald 22-Oval-15,95 2/З₁A Weight 11,09 grams
Category

2010s Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Angel Skin Coral Bird Emerald Diamond Gold Brooch Pendant Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
surrounded by Hand crafted 14 Karat Gold mounting of leaves set with Emeralds and Diamonds. This Brooch Pin
Category

Mid-20th Century Modernist Brooches

Materials

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

Vintage Emerald Diamond Scrolled Ring Sz 6 Platinum Band Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage diamond & emerald ring crafted in 850 platinum (circa 1960s to 1970s
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

6.94TCW Zambian Emerald with Diamond Stud Earrings 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
6.94TCW Zambian Emerald with Diamond Stud Earrings 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry These earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

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

6.94TCW Zambian Emerald with Diamond Stud Earrings 14K White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
6.94TCW Zambian Emerald with Diamond Stud Earrings 14K White Gold Fine Jewelry These earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Zambian Emerald Drop Diamond Chain Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Zambian Emerald Drop Diamond Chain Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry It features a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Zambian Emerald Drop Diamond Chain Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Zambian Emerald Drop Diamond Chain Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry It features a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

18k Gold Charm Bracelet with Coral Fish and Emerald Beads
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
del Greco by the maker. The bracelet has emerald beads on 18k gold wire and closes with a toggle clasp
Category

2010s Dutch Artisan Charm Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Emerald, 18k Gold

14.08 TCW Coral Emerald Halo Diamond Accents in 18k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
14.08 TCW Coral Emerald Halo Diamond Accents in 18k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry This bracelet blends
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

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

14.08 TCW Coral Emerald Halo Diamond Accents in 14k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
14.08 TCW Coral Emerald Halo Diamond Accents in 14k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry This bracelet blends
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

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

16.86Ct Emerald Diamond Ear Climber Drop Earrings 14k Solid Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
16.86Ct Emerald Diamond Ear Climber Drop Earrings 14k Solid Gold Fine Jewelry The centerpiece of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

15 Carat Colombian Emeralds and Diamond Platinum Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A DIAMOND AND EMERALD NECKLACE The necklace features a circular-cut diamond graduated design and
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Pear Zambian Emerald Gemstone Pendant Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
At the heart of this captivating pendant is a mesmerizing pear-shaped Zambian emerald, prized for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Asscher Zambian Emerald Trillion Diamond Bridal Ring 14k White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Asscher Zambian Emerald Trillion Diamond Bridal Ring 14k White Gold Fine Jewelry This elegant ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pear Zambian Emerald Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Drop Necklace Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Pear Zambian Emerald Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Drop Necklace features pear cut emerald set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Pear Zambian Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Drop Necklace Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Pear Zambian Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Drop Necklace features pear cut emerald set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Natural Emerald Gemstone Chain Diamond 10 Karat White Gold Handmade Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Fine Jewelry ✦Gemstone: Natural Diamond ✦Gemstone Cut: Round ✦Diamond Weight: 1.8 ct. Approx. ✦Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 10k Gold, White Gold

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Emerald And Diamond Fine Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of emerald and diamond fine jewelry you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 43 vintage or 97 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of emerald and diamond fine jewelry may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of emerald and diamond fine jewelry over the years, but those made by Zahira Fine Jewellery, Fine Jewels UK and Iris Fine Jewelry are often thought to be among the most beautiful. 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 oval cut and round cut alternatives. When shopping for an object in our assortment of emerald and diamond fine jewelry, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Emerald And Diamond Fine Jewelry?

On average, a piece of emerald and diamond fine jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $9,600, while they’re typically $428 on the low end and $233,581 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.