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Frederic Sage 4.83 Aquamarine 2.50 Green Tourmaline Cocktail Ring
By Frederic Sage
Located in New York, NY
4.83 CARATS 2 GREEN TOURMALINES 2.50 CARATS AND 12 DIAMONDS 0.18 CT
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cushla Whiting 4.27 Carat Blue Green Sapphire Marni Engagement Ring
By Cushla Whiting
Located in Melbourne, AU
ring made with an 18 karat yellow gold band and settings, holding a 4.27 ct emerald cut unheated blue
Category

2010s Australian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

Magnificent "Key West Coconut" Gemstone Bracelet
By Jannie Bean
Located in Highlands, NC
Topaz Emerald Cut 15X11mm, Diamond pear shaped .20 ct., Princess cut Diamond .35ct., Round Diamond .25ct
Category

2010s American Artisan Link Bracelets

18 Karat Rose Gold 14 Carat Pezzottaite Cocktail Ring by Jochen Leën
By Jochen Leën
Located in Antwerp, BE
Baguette cut measuring 16.5 x 10.7mm The Pezzottaite is supported by 2 VS1 G diamonds weighing 0,30 ct
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Beryl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Emerald, Diamond and Yellow Gold Filigree Earrings, Set of 2
Located in Viana do Castelo, PT
A Stunning pair of Fine filigree Earrings, with 2 Natural and untreated Emeralds and 2 VS1 diamonds
Category

1990s Spanish Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Very Fine 2.75 Carat Certified Emerald and Diamonds Ring 18 Karat Gold
Located in Grenoble, FR
This gorgeous ring is centered with 1 genuine Oval cut emerald weighting 2 ct, prong set, It is
Category

2010s French Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

2 Carat Solitaire emerald cut diamond brilliant cut diamonds 1.20 ct Ring
Located in München, DE
a solitaire ring showcasing a stunning 2.034-carat emerald-cut diamond color: very light yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2. 25 Ct Colombian Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Earrings 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Colombian Emeralds are the most desirable and most expensive emerald 2. 25 Ct Colombian Emerald Cut
Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

2 Ct Diamonds Cabochon Emerald Platinum Pendant, 1990
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
2 Carats of Baguette and Round-cut Diamonds. Cabochon Emerald of deep green colour sits on top of
Category

1990s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Ct 14, 07 Tanzanite Ct 2, 55 Emerald and Ct 2, 29 Diamond Two Color Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
blue tanzanite surrounded by emeralds and diamonds. tanzanite (14.07Kt), emeralds(2.55Kt) diamonds
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 2 Ct Colombian Emerald Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
cut diamonds (G-H color, SI clarity). The emerald measures 8.6 x 7.8 x 4.24 mm and is approximately 2
Category

Vintage 1930s Cluster Rings

Materials

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

2 pcs Natural Diamonds - 1.00 ct - Emerald - H - VVS1- GIA Certificate
Located in רמת גן, IL
Natural emerald cut diamonds in a 1.00 carat H VVS2 with Beautiful cut and shine. This diamond
Category

2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

2 Carat Oval Shape Emerald 2 Ct Diamond Lever back Earrings 14 Kt Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 2.00 Carat Emerald & 2 ct Diamond Lever Back Yellow Gold Earrings Two emerald
Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.63 Ct Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Offered here is a gorgeous Colombian Emerald & Platinum Diamond Ring. Diamonds: 2 natural cushion
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum, 18k Gold

2 Pcs Natural Diamonds, 1.02 Ct, Emerald, D Colourless , VVS1, GIA Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
Natural emerald cut diamonds in a 1.02 carat D VVS1 with excellent cut and extremely shine. This
Category

2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

2 pcs Natural Diamonds - 0.80 ct - Emerald - D (colourless) - VVS1- GIA Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
Natural emerald cut diamonds in a 0.80 carat D VVS1 & VVS2 with Excellent cut and extremely shine
Category

2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

2 pcs Natural Diamonds - 0.80 ct - Emerald - D Colorless - VVS1, GIA Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
Natural emerald cut diamonds in a 0.80 carat D VVS1 and D VS1 with Beautiful cut and shine. These
Category

2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

2 Pcs Natural Diamonds, 0.80 Ct, Emerald, D Colourless , VVS1-GIA Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
Natural emerald cut diamonds in a 0.80 total carat D VVS1 and E VS1 with Beautiful cut and shine
Category

2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

2 pcs Natural Diamonds - 0.80 ct - Emerald - D (colourless) - VVS1- GIA Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
Pair of natural emerald cut diamond in a 0.80 total carat D VVS1 with Excellent cut grade and shine
Category

2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

3.5 Ct Natural Emerald Cut Green Tourmaline Diamond Ring 18KW Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 3.5 Ct Natural emerald cut Green Tourmaline& Diamond Ring In 18 Karat white gold
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

2 pcs Natural Diamonds - 1.41 ct - Emerald - E, F - VVS1, VVS2- GIA Certificate
Located in רמת גן, IL
carat diamonds carat weight E, F VVS1, VVS2 Ideal cut Emerald with GIA Certificate and laser inscription
Category

2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

2 Ct Diamonds Emerald 3 Stone Drop Pendant in 14k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
, pear emerald is about 4 mm wide and princess cut diamond is about 4.50 mm wide. pristine like new
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Emerald Cut Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring 7.02 Ct H/VS1
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An exquisite diamond ring in platinum. The central claw set emerald cut diamond weighs 7.02ct, is H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

19.95 Ct Fancy Shape Colombian Emeralds Diamond Bracelet in 18kt 2-Tone Gold
Located in Miami, FL
. Emerald: 13 natural brilliant fancy cut Emeralds with an estimated total weight of 13.20 ct. Diamond: 13
Category

2010s American Contemporary More Bracelets

Materials

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

LB Exclusive Platinum 0.64 Ct Diamond and 0.31 Ct Emerald Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive Platinum 0.64 ct Diamond 0.31 ct Emerald Ring is classy and understated. The band
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Princess Cut Band 1/2 Emerald 1/2 Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Ring/Band Size7
Located in New York, NY
Princess Cut Band 1/2 Emerald 1/2 Sapphire & Diamond Yellow Gold Ring/Band Size7 1/2 band is made
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

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

LB Exclusive Platinum 0.80 Ct Diamond and Emerald Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
surrounded by a halo of round, tapered baguette, and marquise-cut diamonds totaling 0.80 carats. The ring has
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

LB Exclusive Platinum 0.34 Ct Diamond and 0.33 Ct Emerald Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This gorgeous LB Exclusive Platinum 0.34 ct Diamond 0.33 ct Emerald Ring is a classic. The band is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Platinum

Certified 2.71 Ct Afghanistan Origin Emerald and Diamonds Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
. Size: (US - 7.5) Weight: 3.90 g. Central stone: Natural emerald Emerald cut, weight - 2.71 ct (9.47 x
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Vintage 1.05 ct Emerald and 1.55 ct Diamond White Gold Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, shaped, 18 ct white gold design displays a feature, four claw set oval cut natural emerald to the center
Category

1990s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Exquisite 0.8ct Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
verification GIA 5234054398 / AIG J3410205621 2 diamond side stones of total: 0.33 ct. cut: Trapeze color: H
Category

2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

5 Carat Oval Shape Emerald 2 Ct Diamond Post Back Earrings 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
total approximately 5 carats, accompanied by brilliant round cut diamonds. Each emerald is 2.5 ct . The
Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

AGL Certified Minor 20 Ct Colombian Emerald 5 Ct Diamond Pendent/Necklace 14K
Located in New York, NY
AGL Certified Minor 20 Ct Colombian Emerald & 5 Ct Diamond Pendent/Necklace 14K 20 Carat Colombian
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold

60 Ct Oval Brazil Emerald 7.5 Ct Diamond Necklace Earring Suite 14K
Located in New York, NY
60 Ct Oval Brazilian Emerald & 7.5 Ct Diamond Necklace Earring Suite 14 Karat white Gold Oval
Category

20th Century Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

AGL Certified Insignificant Traditional Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
AGL Certified Insignificant to Minor Traditional Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Ring 18K Gold A
Category

Early 20th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Certified Emerald Trilliant Cut 2.98 ct Diamonds Cocktails Ring in 18 K Gold
Located in London, GB
The remarkably clear depths of this 2.98 carat trilliant cut emerald cocktail ring is simply
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

1/2 Ct Oval Emerald Diamond Bezel Set Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Size 6.5
Located in New York, NY
1/2 Ct Oval Emerald & Diamond Bezel Set Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Size 6.5 A nice simple band
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Pristine 1.46ct Ideal Cut Emerald-Cut Diamond Pair - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Pristine 1.46ct Ideal Cut Emerald-Cut Diamond Pair - GIA Certified Experience the allure of pure
Category

2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

LB Exclusive Platinum 0.50 Ct Diamond and Emerald Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This lovely LB Exclusive Platinum 0.50 ct Diamond 1.43 ct Emerald Ring is made with platinum and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

LB Exclusive Platinum 0.20 Ct Diamond and Emerald Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This pretty LB Exclusive Platinum 0.20 ct Diamond 0.48 ct Emerald Ring is a unique twist on the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Antique Briolette Cut Emerald Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
-green color and old mine and rose cut diamonds. The emeralds measure approximately 7.6 x 6.7 mm and 7.9
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Russian Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald

1940s Retro Design with 1.5 ct Emerald 0.30 ct brilliant Diamonds Gold Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
. Emerald: 1.5 ct pear-cut emerald. Weight: 4.51 grams. Size: ES 13 / EU 53 / US 6.5. Dimensions: Approx. 2
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified Heart Colombian Emerald GIA VVS, F 1.12 Ct Each Diamond Earring
Located in New York, NY
Square Emerald cut 1.10 ct F, VS1 GIA report # 1152888985 Diamond 2 Square Emerald cut 1.12 ct E, VVS2
Category

Early 2000s Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

0.88 Ct Emerald and 0.65 Ct Diamond 18k White Gold Cluster Ring - Vintage
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. Emerald Quality Color Natural Cut Step Content 0.88 carat Dimensions 5.85mm x 4.75mm x 3.72mm Diamond
Category

Vintage 1940s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Captivating Emerald 1.02 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring with GIA Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
Captivating Emerald Elegance: 1.02 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring with GIA Certificate This
Category

2010s Israeli Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

9 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 9 Carat Emerald cut Emeralds & Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat Yellow Gold 7 & 1/2
Category

2010s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Kt White Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Athens, GA
18kt J-K diamond ring with 2.06 ct center (Dia) SI1 Emerald cut with Dias Halo. Comes with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

80 Ct solitaire Zambian Emerald 25Ct Diamond Fringe Necklace detachable layers
Located in New York, NY
80 Ct Large solitaire Zambian pear shape and Emerald cut Emerald & 25Ct Diamond Fringe Necklace in
Category

Early 2000s More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Emerald Halo Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Emerald Halo Engagement Ring - GIA. This
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

14k Gold Ring with Russian Mine 5.82 Ct Emerald and Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
mm (US - 7.5) Weight: 7.80 g. Central stone: Certified natural emerald Emerald cut, weight - 5.82 ct
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

AGL Certified 2.30 Ct. Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Houston, TX
emerald-cut emerald is accompanied by an AGL report stating, Columbian/minor. Additionally, there are 2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

11 Ct Pear Shape Zambian Emerald 6 Ct Diamonds Drop Earrings 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
each pear shape emerald Emerald origin Zambia 2 pear shape emeralds 11 ct Total diamonds 6 ct
Category

Early 2000s Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

14k Gold Ring with Russian Mine 5.82 Ct Emerald and Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
mm (US - 7.5) Weight: 7.80 g. Central stone: Certified natural emerald Emerald cut, weight - 5.82 ct
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

70 Ct Pear Shape Emerald 35 Ct Diamond Necklace Earring Bridal Suite 18 K G
Located in New York, NY
70 Ct Pear Shape Emerald and 35 Ct Diamond Necklace and Earring Bridal Suite This spectacular
Category

20th Century Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Antique Russian Emerald Rose Cut Diamond Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
emeralds surrounded by old rose cut diamonds. Estimated weight of the emeralds: 1.29 ct and 1.02 ct. The
Category

Early 20th Century Russian Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Emerald

Emerald Cut Diamond platinum Eternity Band
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A ladies eternity band ring, set with approximately 6.5 ct of emerald cut diamonds. Crafted in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Certified Rectangular Colombian Emerald 3.41 ct Triangle Diamonds 3 stone Ring
By Hancock Co.
Located in London, GB
. 1 x Rectangular Cut Colombian Emerald with Anchor Certificate, weight 3.41 carats 2 x Triangle Cut
Category

2010s British Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

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Emerald Cut Diamond 2 Ct For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact emerald cut diamond 2 ct 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. You can easily find a 55 antique edition and 147 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for an emerald cut diamond 2 ct from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Finding an appealing emerald cut diamond 2 ct — no matter the origin — is easy, but David Jerome, Hancocks and Tiffany Co. each produced a popular version that is worth a look. See these pages for an emerald cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also mixed cut cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. Finding an emerald cut diamond 2 ct for sale for women should be easy, but there are 53 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Emerald Cut Diamond 2 Ct?

The price for an emerald cut diamond 2 ct starts at $616 and tops out at $4,450,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $10,750.

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.