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Yellow Gold over Silver 1/10 Carat Diamond Infinity Heart Shaped Bolo Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
symbol. The natural diamonds are of an approximate H-I color and I2-I3 clarity. This bolo bracelet
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Silver, ...

14K Rose Gold over Silver 1/2 Carat Square Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Color: K-L Diamond Clarity: I2-I3 Diamond Weight: 0.50 cttw Diamond Setting Types: Miracle Product Gram
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

.925 Sterling Silver 1 1/4 Cttw Diamond Shih Tzu Dog Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Black Diamonds and 135 Round-Cut White Diamonds Diamond Color: I-J and Black Diamond Clarity: I2-I3
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, Sterling Silver

14K Yellow Gold Plated .925 Sterling Silver 1.0 Carat Diamond Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
I2-I3 Clarity. Make these classic diamond studs yours today. Comes as a pair. Each earring piece has
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

10K Yellow and White Gold 1.0 Carat Diamond Multirow Interwoven Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: I-J Diamond Clarity: I2-I3 Diamond Weight: 1.0 cttw Diamond Setting Types
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 10k Gold

Misento 18 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Gemstone and Diamond Greek Coin Bracelet
Located in Washington Depot, CT
. Approximate total diamond weight: .03 ct. Diamond color: I Diamond clarity: I2 Size: 7 Inches Weight
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20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Effy 14 Karat White Yellow Gold Diamond Duo Open Circle Link Cigar Band
By Effy
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
/ I Clarity: I1-2 Diamond: 24 baguette cut = 0.84cttw Color: H / I Clarity: I1-2 Dimensions: ring top
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

IGI Certified Natural Diamond 1.50Ctw Emerald Pendant Hallmark 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Delhi, DL
weight- 1.50ctw. Diamond weight- .12ct Diamond color-H-I Diamond Clarity- I1-I2 Diamond Cut- Excellent
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2010s Indian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

10K Yellow and White Gold 1.0 Carat Diamond Multirow Interwoven Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Color: I-J Diamond Clarity: I2-I3 Diamond Weight: 1.0 cttw Diamond Setting Types: Channel and
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Clarity: I1 Diamond: 2 round brilliant cut = 0.99cttw Color: H Clarity: SI2 Ring Size: 6.5 (please allow
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

10K White Gold 3.25x3.25mm Blue Sapphire and 1/10 Cttw Diamond Halo Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
weighing 1/10 carat, boasting an I-J color and I1-I2 clarity. This enchanting constellation is designed to
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, 10k Gold, White Gold

Suzy Levian 14 Karat White Gold Emerald-Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
: Emerald Band Width: 2-3 mm, 3-4 mm Number of Gemstones: 1 Stone: Gemstone Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Color: H
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

14K White Gold 1.0 Cttw Princess Diamond Alternating Link Tennis Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weight: 1.0 cttw Diamond Setting Type: Invisible Plating Type: Rhodium
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

10K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver 2.00 Carat Diamond "XOXO" Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
plated sterling silver "x" links and round-cut diamonds. This dazzling piece is embellished with 2 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

10k Yellow and White Gold Diamond Accent Open Double Heart Spiral Curl Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Clarity: I2-I3 Diamond Weight: 0.10 cttw Diamond Setting Type: Prong Product Gram Weight: 1.44
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

TJD 1.45 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Spiral Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
. The white diamonds are graded as H-I color and I-2 clarity. Total diamond weight is 1.45 carat.
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2010s Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow and White Gold 5 Carats Round Baguette Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
includes 41 Round and 176 Baguette-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: H-I Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

.925 Sterling Silver 1/2 Carat Treated Green Diamond Composite Quad Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds Diamond Count: 8 Princess-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: Green Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Vintage Brutalist 18K Coral Cabochon Diamond Floral Cocktail Ring Sz 6
Located in Winter Springs, FL
centered by a natural coral cabochon flanked by approximately .30cttw in G-I color Vs1-2 clarity diamonds
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow and White Gold Plated Silver 3/8 Cttw Diamond Bypass Triple Leaf Ring
Located in New York, NY
approximate I-J color and I1-I2 clarity. This remarkable design is certain to draw attention and endless
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold P...

Rose Gold Plated Sterling Silver 1/4 Carat Treated Blue Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Clarity: I2-I3 Diamond Weight: 0.25 cttw Diamond Setting Type: Prong Product Gram Weight: 1.86 Grams Metal
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver

Silver 1/10 Carat Round Diamond Accented Open Heart with Love Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
White Diamond Diamond Count: 12 Round-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: H-I Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver

.925 Sterling Silver 1.0 Carat Round and Baguette-Cut Diamond X-Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
: Total 91 Diamonds Includes 49 Round and 42 Baguette-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: I-J Diamond Clarity: I1
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver

14k Yellow Gold over Silver 4.0 Carat Diamond Cluster Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
: Natural White Diamonds Diamond Count: 46 Round-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: K-L Diamond Clarity: I1-I2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Silver, Yellow Gold, ...

Vintage 10 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Ring size 6.75 #15315
Located in Washington Depot, CT
and abrasions noted to stone. Total diamond weight: .20 ct. Diamond color: I Diamond clarity: I2
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

10K Yellow Gold 1.0 Carat Round and Baguette cut Diamond Cluster Swirl Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
prongs to showcase their brilliance. The H-I color and I1-I2 clarity of these diamonds only add to their
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Diamond Ruby Ring 14K Rose Gold Spiral Cocktail Retro Old Mine cut
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
white gold bezel set 1.20 carats Old mine cut diamond is I2 clarity and I color. Twelve more diamonds
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Sterling Silver 1/4 Ct Diamond Rondelle Graduated Ball Bead Cuff Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
: I-J Diamond Clarity: I2-I3 Diamond Weight: 0.25 cttw Diamond Setting Types: Pave Product Gram Weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver

Estate Heavy 18k Yellow Gold Wave Ripple Pave Diamond Cocktail Ring 2.50ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
approximately 2.50cttw in G-I color Vs1-2 clarity round diamonds. Absolutely a bespoke piece crafted by hand for
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Vintage 1960s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow and White Gold Diamond Open Heart Ring Size 7.75 #18158
Located in Washington Depot, CT
diamonds! Prongs are white gold Approximate total diamond weight:. .28cts Diamond color: H-I Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

10K Yellow Gold 1 1/2 Carat Composite Floral Diamond Halo Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
rounds diamonds for an additional sparkle. These diamonds are color rated as H-I Color, and clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

10K Yellow Gold Plated .925 Sterling Silver 2.0 Carat Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Diamond Count: 32 Round-Cut Diamond Diamond Color: K-L Diamond Clarity: I2-I3 Diamond Weight: 2.0
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

GIA Certified 1.27 Ct Vivid Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
cut natural fancy vivid yellow diamond at its center. With its I2 clarity, this vibrant yellow diamond
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2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

10K Yellow Gold over Silver 1 1/2 Carat Round-Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weight: 1.50 cttw Diamond Setting Types: Prong, Pave and Channel Product Gram
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

10K Two-Tone Gold 1/20 Carat Round Cut Diamond Accent Swirl Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Count: 1 Round-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: J-K Diamond Clarity: I2-I3 Diamond Weight: 0.05 cttw Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Polished Curb Link Band Ring with Pavé Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gemstones: Diamonds Diamond Cut: Round brilliant cut Diamond Color: G–H Diamond Clarity: I1 to I2 Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver 3/8 Carat Diamond Milgrain Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
: Natural White Diamonds Diamond Count: 2 Round-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: K-L Diamond Clarity: I2-I3
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver 1/3 Carat Diamond Milgrain Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
: Natural White Diamonds Diamond Count: 2 Round-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: K-L Diamond Clarity: I2-I3
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Suzy Levian 14 Karat Rose Gold Oval-Cut Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Width: 2-3 mm, 3-4 mm Number of Gemstones: 1 Stone: Gemstone Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Color: H-I, White
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

14K White Gold 3/4 Cttw Princess-Cut Black Diamond Classic 4-Prong Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Black Diamonds Diamond Count: 2 Princess-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: Black Diamond Clarity: I2-I3
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold 1.0 Carat Prong Set Round-Cut Diamond Floral Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Count: 14 Round-Cut Diamond Diamond Color: H-I Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weight: 1.0 cttw Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold 5/8 Cttw Princess-Cut Black Diamond Classic 4-Prong Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Black Diamonds Diamond Count: 2 Princess-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: Black Diamond Clarity: I2-I3
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold 1 1/5 Cttw 4-Prong Set Princess Diamond Classic Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds Diamond Color: H-I Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weight: 1.21 cttw Diamond Setting Type: Prong
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

14k Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver 1/4cttw Diamond Interlocking Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds Diamond Color: I-J Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weight: 0.27 cttw Diamond Setting Types: Pave
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 14k Gold

.925 Sterling Silver 1/2 Carat Prong Set Round-Cut Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds Diamond Count: 16 Round-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: I-J Diamond Clarity: I2-I3 Diamond Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver

10K Yellow and White Gold 1.0 Carat Diamond "V" Shape Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weight: 1.0 cttw Diamond Setting Types: Channel Product Gram Weight: 16.2 Grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver 3/4 Carat Diamond Milgrain Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
: Natural White Diamonds Diamond Count: 2 Round-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: K-L Diamond Clarity: I2-I3
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver 1/4 Carat Diamond Milgrain Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
: Natural White Diamonds Diamond Count: 2 Round-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: K-L Diamond Clarity: I2-I3
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Round Cut Diamond and Blue Sapphire Cluster Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Clarity: I1–I2 Diamond Total Carat Weight: 1.02 CTW Diamond Stone Count: 7 diamonds Sapphire Shape: Round
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

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

Estate 18K Rose Gold Pave Diamond Ball Dome Omega Back Huggie Earrings 5.60cttw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
approximately 5.60cttw in H-I color Si1-2 clarity round diamonds. These stunning earrings have posts with omega
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver 1.00 Carat Prong Set Diamond Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds Diamond Count: 45 Round-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: J-K Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Silver 5/8 Cttw Princess-Cut Treated Black Diamond Classic 4-Prong Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
: Black Diamond Clarity: I2-I3 Diamond Weight: 0.60 cttw Diamond Setting Type: 4-Prong Product Gram Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Sterling Silver

14K Yellow Gold 1 1/2 Carat Diamond Alternating Bezel and Link Tennis Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
and Baguette Diamonds Diamond Color: H-I Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weight: 1 1/2 cttw Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver 2.00 Carat Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds Diamond Count: 26 Round-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: K-L Diamond Clarity: I2-I3 Diamond Weight: 2.0
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

10K Yellow and White Gold 1/15 Carat Round-Cut Diamond Bypass Ring- Size 7
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Color: I-J Diamond Clarity: I2-I3 Diamond Weight: 0.07 cttw Diamond Setting Type: Channel Metal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 10k Gold

10k Yellow Gold Over Silver 1 1/2 Carat Round-Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weight: 1.50 cttw Diamond Setting Types: Prong, Pave and Channel Product Gram
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 10k Gold

.925 Sterling Silver 1/5 Carat Treated Green Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Color: Green Diamond Clarity: I2-I3 Diamond Weight: 0.20 cttw Diamond Setting Type: Prong Product
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

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I2 Clarity Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of i2 clarity diamonds for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, White Gold and 14k Gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 5 vintage versions or 12 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 19th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of i2 clarity diamonds includes designs that are universally popular, but Modern and Contemporary styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Antinori Fine Jewels are consistently popular. A selection of round cut, emerald cut and asscher cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of i2 clarity diamonds, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are I2 Clarity Diamonds?

Prices for i2 clarity diamonds start at $3,750 and top out at $120,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $10,556.

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 I2 Clarity Diamonds
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A D clarity diamond is quite rare, so it is considered valuable. The lettering system refers to color, and D clarity signifies that a diamond is colorless. So whether D clarity is good or not, really comes down to a matter of preference in what you are looking for in a diamond. Shop a collection of expertly vetted gems from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The best available clarity for diamond stud earrings is FL or flawless. FL diamonds are very rare and sell for the highest prices. Diamonds with clarity ratings of SI2 and higher may appear to be flawless once set due to their size. Explore a wide variety of diamond stud earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Whether two-carat diamond studs are too big is a matter of personal preference. At this size, each earring will be one carat. If you opt for the classic round brilliant cut, the studs will typically measure around 6.5 millimeters in diameter, which is a little more than half the size of a dime. Find a wide range of diamond stud earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    A 2 carat oval diamond is approximately 10.23mm × 6.82mm × 4.16mm in size. These diamonds usually have an approximate face-up area of 57.21 mm². Find a variety of diamonds on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    How big a 2-carat diamond with a princess cut is varies from piece to piece. However, the average size is 7 millimeters by 7 millimeters. The measurement is around 9/32 inches, so a 2-carat princess-cut diamond will be just a little over a quarter-inch in size. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of princess-cut diamond jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The difference between Type I and Type II diamonds is their composition. Type I diamonds contain nitrogen-based impurities, while Type II diamonds do not feature these types of impurities. You'll find a large collection of diamond gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.