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GIA Certified Natural Yellow Cushion Diamond 1.71 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Measurement: 5.59 x 5.55 x 3.83 mm Carat Weight: 1.13cts Clarity Grade: VS2 Natural Round Yellow Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

GIA Certified Natural Pink Radiant Diamond .70 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
: 4.46 x 3.40 x 2.27 mm Carat Weight: .31cts Natural Round Pink Diamonds Natural Round White Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Natural Pink Radiant Diamond 2.05 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful GIA certified diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Rose and White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Natural Pink Pear Diamond 1.17 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful GIA certified diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Rose and White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Natural Pink Pear Diamond .89 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
: 5.80 x 3.60 x 2.25 mm Carat Weight: .35cts Natural Light Pink Pear Cut Diamond Natural Round Pink
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Fancy Intense Yellow Cushion Diamond 4.19 Carat TW Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
: 3.39cts Clarity Grade: VVS2 Natural Round White Diamonds 18K Yellow/White Gold Size 6 1/2 Free sizing
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

GIA Certified Natural Yellow Cushion Diamond 2.16 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
: 1.58cts Clarity Grade: VS2 Natural Round White Diamonds 18K Yellow/White Gold Size 6 1/2 Free sizing
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

18K Sapphire Unheated GIA Pearl Diamond Bracelet Burma Vintage Fine 3.13 Carats
Located in Sylvania, GA
SAPPHIRE, PEARL & DIAMOND 3.13 CARAT VINTAGE BRACELET! TRANSPARENT BLUE GIA CERTIFIED NATURAL NO HEAT
Category

20th Century Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified Natural Yellow Cushion Diamond 2.02 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Round Yellow Diamonds 18K Yellow/White Gold Size 6 1/2 Free sizing upon request All diamonds are
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

GIA Certified Natural Yellow Pear Diamond 2.06 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful GIA certified diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

GIA Certified 0.64 Carat Fancy Light Yellow Green VS2 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
) Color: F Clarity: VS1/VS2 Cut: Round 2) Pink Diamonds Carat weight: 0.088 ct (20 pcs) Color
Category

2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Natural Yellow Cushion Diamond 2.24 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Round White Diamonds 18K Yellow/White Gold Size 6 1/2 Free sizing upon request All diamonds are
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

GIA Certified 0.64 Carat Fancy Light Yellow Green VS2 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
) Color: F Clarity: VS1/VS2 Cut: Round 2) Pink Diamonds Carat weight: 0.088 ct (20 pcs) Color
Category

2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Natural Yellow Radiant Diamond 1.70 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 1.00cts Clarity Grade: VS2 Natural Round White Diamonds  18K Yellow/White Gold Size 6 1/2
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

GIA Certified Natural Yellow Cushion Diamond 1.94 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: 1.03cts Clarity Grade: VVS1 Natural Round White Diamonds 18K Yellow/White Gold Size 6
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.43 Carat Sapphire Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
brushed gold setting with 2 round accent diamonds. GIA certified natural simple heat only Ceylon sapphire
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Natural Yellow Pear Diamond 1.69 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: 1.13cts Clarity Grade: SI2 Natural Round White Diamonds 18K Yellow/White Gold Size 6 1
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

GIA Certified Natural Yellow Pear Diamond 3.41 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: 2.49cts Clarity Grade: SI1 Natural Round White Diamonds 18K Yellow/White Gold Size 6 1
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

William Goldber 21.57 Carat Sapphire 2.00 Carat Round Diamond Plat Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Gemstone 3: 2 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 405 Color: F Clarity: VS Shape: Round Brilliant Dimension: 7
Category

20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

10 -Carat D Flawless Type IIA Diamond Ring GIA Certified Rare Investment-Grade
Located in Mumbai, IN
Step into the world of ultimate rarity with this 10-carat D Flawless Type IIA round diamond ring, a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Empire Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

11-Carat D Flawless Type IIA Diamond Ring GIA Certified Rare Investment-Grade
Located in Mumbai, IN
Step into the world of ultimate rarity with this 11-carat D Flawless Type IIA round diamond ring, a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Empire Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

25-Carat D Flawless Type IIA Diamond Ring GIA Certified Rare Investment-Grade
Located in Mumbai, IN
Step into the world of ultimate rarity with this 25-carat D Flawless Type IIA round diamond ring, a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Empire Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

20-Carat D Flawless Type IIA Diamond Ring GIA Certified Rare Investment-Grade
Located in Mumbai, IN
Step into the world of ultimate rarity with this 20-carat D Flawless Type IIA round diamond ring, a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Empire Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

GIA Certified Natural Yellow Cushion Diamond 3.05 Carat TW Plat Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Measurements: 6.97 x 6.87 x 4.70 mm Carat Weight: 2.16cts Clarity Grade: VS1 Natural Round White Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

Tiffany Co 1.06 Carat Aquamarine 0.50 Carat Round Diamond Platinum Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Round Brilliant F VS Diamond Platinum Halo Ring Style: Halo Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 1.06 Carat AQUA
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.32 Carat Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Ring
By Shimon s Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Sapphire Gemstone: 2.9 Carats 10 Round Diamonds: 0.17 Carats 2 Fancy Diamonds: 0.25 Carats Metal
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Natural Yellow Cushion Diamond 1.48 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
: 0.71cts Clarity Grade: SI1 Natural Round White Diamonds 18K Gold/Platinum Size 6 1/2 Free sizing upon
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

GIA Certified Natural Yellow Cushion Diamond 3.40 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Natural Trapezoid Cut White Diamonds Natural Round White Diamonds 18K Yellow/White Gold Size 6 1/2
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

GIA Certified Natural Yellow Cushion Diamond 2.28 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds Natural Round White Diamonds 18K Yellow/White Gold Size 6 1/2 Free sizing upon request All
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

GIA Certified Natural Yellow Radiant Diamond 2.07 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
white diamonds, round natural yellow diamond melee, and round natural white diamond melee. This ring is
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

GIA Certified 1.01 Carat D Colour VVS2 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
: VS1/VS2 Cut: Pear 2) Side White Diamonds Carat weight: 0.38 ct (56Pcs ) Color: F Clarity
Category

2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 0.55 Carat Faint Pink SI2 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
: VS1/VS2 Cut: Pear 2) Side Princess Diamonds Carat weight: 0.44 ct (04 Pcs ) Color: Pink
Category

2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 2.56 Carat Square Cut Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
. 1 square modified brilliant cut diamond, G VVS2 approx. 1.38cts GIA Certificate # 2165847195 2
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified Fancy Deep Yellow Brown Cushion Diamond 1.93 Carat TW Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful GIA certified diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

GIA Certified 32 Carat Natural Diamond and Rose Cut White Gold Bracelet
By Harakh
Located in New York, NY
This 32-carat bracelet had two straps of diamonds holding a central oval cluster set with brilliant
Category

2010s Indian Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Natural Brown Pear Diamond 0.89 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 0.45cts Clarity Grade: VS2 Natural Round White Diamonds 18K Yellow/White Gold Size 6 1/2
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yello...

Vellmar GIA Certified 1.63 Carat Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Green emerald and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified rich green octagonal cut 1.63ct emerald
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Late 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 1.60 Carat Pear Sapphire Diamond Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's Diamond and Sapphire dangle drop earrings. 9 round cut diamonds with a pear shaped bezel set
Category

Late 20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Shreve, Crump Low GIA Certified 8.02 Carat Fancy Yellow Asscher Diamond Ring
By Shreve, Crump Low
Located in Boston, MA
Fancy Yellow VVS2 accompanied by GIA report No. 1176325454, accented by 2 kite shaped diamonds with a
Category

2010s American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 4.12 Carat Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA certified 4.12 carat natural fancy yellow radiant cut diamond halo engagement ring with pavé
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 2.20 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond White Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
4.38mm, GIA certificate #2185237063 62 round full cut Diamonds, approx. total weight .31cts, H – I, SI
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21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany Co 1.17 Carat Ruby 0.20 Carat Round Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
: 1 Shape: Round Brilliant Gemstone 2: 0.2 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 20 Shape: Round Brilliant
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

0.90 Carat Sapphire 0.40 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 18K Gold Drop Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Title: 0.90 Carat Round Brilliant Sapphire 0.40 Carat Round Brilliant I VS Diamond 18 Karat Two
Category

20th Century Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 3.69 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certified 3.69 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring This Emerald ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Classic Platinum GIA 2.56ct Old Round Cut Baguette Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Circular Round Cut - Gorgeous Facet
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

2.00 Carat Ruby 1.00 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 18K Gold Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Title: 2.00 Carat Round Brilliant Ruby 1.00 Carat Round Brilliant G SI1 Diamond 18 Karat Two Tone
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 31.98 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Pendant on Diamond Chain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
diamond by the yard style chain. This pendant contains a GIA certified 31.98 carat pear shape Colombian
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 5.00 Carats Rose Cut Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Step into luxury with the Peter Suchy GIA Certified 5.00ct rose cut diamond yellow gold earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 10.00 Carat Cushion Shape Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
of lustrous GIA Certified Natural Diamonds, in cushion cut, of 5,00 + 5,00 carats, H color , VVS
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

7.36 Carat Round and Circular Brilliant Diamond 2.50 Carat Emerald Platinum Pin
Located in New York, NY
2: 5 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 102 Color: I Clarity: SI1 Shape: Round Brilliant
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

GIA Certified Intense Yellow Radiant Diamond 2.54 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds Natural Round White Diamonds 18K Yellow/White Gold Size 6 1/2 Free sizing upon request All
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

Harry Winston 0.55 Carat Round Brilliant F VS1 Diamond Platinum Clip On Earrings
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
: F Clarity: VS1 Shape: Round Brilliant Gemstone 2: 0.28 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 56 Color: F
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Peter Suchy GIA 1.00 Carat Sapphire Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Certificate # 2231023930 2 round brilliant cut diamonds, G SI approx. .25cts Size 6.75 and sizable 14k white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

New 14k White Gold 1.03ct GIA Round Diamond Sapphire 3 Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
crafted from solid 14k white gold. This ring features a stunning, GIA certified, round brilliant diamond
Category

2010s American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

A GIA Certified 12.27 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in New York, US
. Diamond weighing 12.27 carats Size 6 Signed Valentin Magro 18 karat gold Accompanied by GIA report no
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany Co 1.17 Carat Ruby 0.20 Carat Round Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
of Stones: 1 Shape: Round Brilliant Gemstone 2: 0.2 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 20 Shape
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Tiffany Co 3.54 Carat Cushion Brilliant and Round Diamond Platinum Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Number of Stones: 116 Color: G Clarity: VS1 Shape: Round Brilliant Gemstone 2: 2.04 Carat Diamond
Category

20th Century Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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Gia 2 Carat Round Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact gia 2 carat round diamond you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, White Gold and Platinum — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 409 vintage editions and 1736 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a gia 2 carat round diamond 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. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Finding an appealing gia 2 carat round diamond — no matter the origin — is easy, but Antinori Fine Jewels, Peter Suchy and Vivid Diamonds each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and cushion cut alternatives. Most of our gia 2 carat round diamond for sale are for women, but there are 909 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Gia 2 Carat Round Diamond?

The price for a gia 2 carat round diamond starts at $720 and tops out at $4,900,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $15,196.

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.