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Princess Cut Invisible Set Three-Row Diamond Band Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
with sparkle. Featuring a sleek modern design, the invisible set natural stones catch the light from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k White Gold 12.0 Carat Men s Invisible Set Princess Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
princess cut diamonds creating a stunning and eye-catching piece. The diamonds are natural and have a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

10K White Gold 1/2 Carat Invisible Set Princess-Cut Diamond Square Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
princess cut diamonds wrapped in a white gold ribbon as the centerpiece of the design. A glimmering round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold

Invisible Set Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Webster, NY
Stunning invisible set Ruby ring crafted in 14k yellow gold with a diamond halo. Diamond Carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

18kt Princess Diamonds Invisible Bracelet Matching Ring, Estate Sultan Oman
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 kt. Princess Cut Diamonds Invisible set Bracelet & Matching Ring, Estate Sultan Of Oman Qaboos
Category

20th Century European Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond

White Gold 2.45ct Invisible Princess Diamond Lozenge Fancy Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (19) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Princess Cut - Invisible & Channel Set - G-I Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Invisible Set Diamond Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Ring Featuring Invisible Set Diamond Center. 10 Round and Princess Cut
Category

Late 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Invisible Set Diamond Earrings
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
, invisibly set with 32 princess cut diamonds with total weight of approximately 6.5ct, color F-G, clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

14K Yellow Gold 3.0 Cttw Princess Cut Quad Invisible Set Tennis Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
segment boasts a quartet of princess cut diamonds, invisibly set to enhance their collective luster. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Band - 18k Princess 2.00ctw Invisible Set Ring Sz 7
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 2.00ctw Cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Invisible Set Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This elegant ring features two rows of princess cut diamonds invisible set in an 18K yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Illusion Set Princess Cut Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Princess Cut Diamonds set in Invisible Setting and Bezel set in 18k Yellow Gold. Ring is size 5.75. The
Category

20th Century North American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Band -18k Invisible Set Princess 2.40ctw Ring 4 3/4
Located in Greensboro, NC
Carat(s): 1.44ctw Cut: Invisible Set Princess Color: F - G Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Natural Diamonds Carat(s
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.84 Carat Invisible Set Princess Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Total Weight: 6.2 Grams Stone Type: 0.84 CT Invisible Set Princess Cut Diamonds G VS1 Condition: Pre
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond

Men s 2.00ct Princess Cut Diamond Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
gold. This exquisite piece features a stunning array of princess cut diamonds, totaling 2.0 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k White Gold Invisible Set Square Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Cluster Bangle
Located in Miami, FL
14 karat solid white gold sets 64 square cut Blue Sapphires flanked by 24 princess cut diamonds
Category

2010s Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

18 karat white gold, 3.50 carat diamond princess, invisible halo ring
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
. 12 mm halo consisting of princess and baguette cut diamonds set on a band measuring 10 mm. The back
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

18k Yellow Gold GIA Round Diamond Engagement Ring Invisible Set Princess Sides
Located in Montclair, NJ
) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Princess Cut - Invisible Set - H-J Color - VS1-SI1 Clarity - 1.80ctw (approx
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Princess Cut Diamond 18 Carat White Gold
Located in London, GB
Princess Cut Diamond Invisible Setting Flexible Bracelet in 18 ct White Gold Unisex An infinite
Category

2010s British Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bold Invisible-Set Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18k
Located in Bloomington, MN
both princess-cut and round brilliant-cut diamonds. The diamonds total 4.00 carats, near colorless with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Invisible Set Sapphire and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Princess Cut Sapphire and Diamond Gold Ring A captivating vintage ring that radiates
Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Oscar Heyman Bros. Invisible Set Sapphire Diamond Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Heyman Bros. Invisible Set Sapphire & Diamond Earrings A striking pair of earrings by Oscar
Category

20th Century American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1.50 Carat Diamond Invisible Set Gold Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Invisible set three row princess cut diamond 1.50ct domed band ring in 18k yellow gold. 42
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Quadrillion Invisibly Set Diamond 1.36Ct Ruby 4.31Ct Ring
By Bez Ambar
Located in New York, NY
Under the trademark Quadrillion, Bez Ambar created the modern square shaped princess cut diamond
Category

1990s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Square Invisible Set Cufflinks
Located in Miami, FL
. Adorning the façade of these are (32) Princess cut, Diamonds. The diamonds weigh appx. 4.20 carats and are
Category

2010s American Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

18K Gold 6ct Channel Set Princess Cut Diamond Hammered Hinged Bangle Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (78) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Princess Cut - Invisible Channel Set - F/G Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold Invisible Set Diamond Cigar Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 40 princess cut = 4.00cttw Color: G / H Clarity: SI1-2 Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Invisible Set Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 55 princess cut = 2.55cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1 – I1 Ring Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Geometric Invisibly Set Diamond Drop Dangle White Gold Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
princess cut diamonds. They have post and omega backs.
Category

Late 20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Kt White Gold Ring Diamonds Sapphires Invisible Set
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 KT WHITE GOLD RING WITH BRILLIANT CUT DIAMONDS AND INVISIBLE SET PRINCESS CUT SAPPHIRES
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 kt. White Gold Ring 1.7 ct. Invisible Princess Fancy Yellow White Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Diamonds: White diamonds together 1.24 ct. Yellow diamonds: Invisible Set Princess cut Intense yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Invisible-Set Diamond 14k White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
include invisible-set princess-shape diamonds in the center with a border of round brilliant-cuts. Crafted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Piaget Enamel Invisible Set Sapphire Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
By Piaget
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Invisible Set Sapphire Enamel Ring by Piaget. With 8 princess cut diamonds
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Enamel

TJD 0.65 Carat Round and Princess Cut Diamond 14KT Rose Gold Bridal Ring Set
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
cut diamonds beautifully set in prong, pave and Princess invisible setting. The total diamond weight
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Illusion-Set Princess Cut Diamond Ring in 18ct White Gold, 0.50ct Solitaire Look
Located in London, GB
appearance of a 0.50ct solitaire. Four expertly matched princess cut diamonds are invisibly set, creating the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Princess Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet 14 Karat White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
bangle's delicate and well-made design holds 3.50 carats of seventy invisible set princess cut diamonds
Category

Late 20th Century Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.80 Carat Invisible/Channel Set Diamond 18 Karat Gents Ring
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Round set in two clusters around a cluster of 4 pieces of 2.5 mm Invisible Set Princess Cut Diamonds
Category

2010s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

3.51 Carat Princess Cut Diamond 18 Karat Gents Ring
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
pieces of perfectly matched 3.4 mm princess cut diamonds (Total Weight 3.51 Ct) invisible set on the top
Category

2010s American Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1.03 Carat Princess Cut Diamond 18 Karat Gents Ring
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
center, It has a cluster of 4 pieces of perfectly matched 3.4 mm princess cut diamonds (Total Weight 1.03
Category

2010s American Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18KT Yellow Gold Apple Pendant with 0.85Cts. Invisible Set Diamonds
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
I Love New York 18 karat yellow gold apple pendant. The apple is invisibly set with 4 princess cut
Category

1990s North American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Exquisite Invisible-Set Ruby Diamond Platinum Flexible Tennis Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
carats. Complementing the rubies are princess diamonds, weighing approximately 11.75 carats, offering a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

14 Karat White Gold Invisible Set Double Row Diamond Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Custom Material: 14K white gold Diamonds: 36 princess cut = 0.90cttw Color: H Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Three Row Invisible Set Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 30 princess cut = 1.80cttw Color: G / H Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

6.00 Total Carat Princess Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
-cut diamonds, invisibly set to create a seamless and radiant display of sparkle. The sleek and modern
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

18k White Gold 1.20ctw Invisible Set Yellow White Diamond Slide Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone:-- (32) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Square Princess Cut - Invisible Set - Nice Brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Roman Malakov 3.32 Carats Princess Cut Framed Diamond Pendant
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A chic pendant necklace, featuring three princess cut diamonds weighing 3.32 carats total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold Tanzanite and Invisible Set Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Dimensions: ring top measures 10.6mm Diamond: 40 princess
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold 1 1/4 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Channel Set Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Adorn yourself with this bold 14k white gold ring. A sparkling 3/4 cttw princess-cut diamond sits
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Roman Malakov 1.58 Carats Princess Cut Framed Diamond Pendant
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable pendant necklace, featuring three princess cut diamonds weighing 1.58 carats total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cellini 18kt Yellow Gold Invisibly Set 6.85ct. Ruby 3.69ct. Diamond Earrings
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
with 3 rows of princess cut diamonds. The diamonds are bordered on either side by a row of square cut
Category

1990s Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Invisible-Set Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Invisible-Set Ruby and Diamond Ring Description: A striking Van Cleef & Arpels
Category

20th Century French Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

1.70ct Natural Princess Round Cut Diamonds Ring 14kt. Solitaire Illusion
Located in New York, NY
Raised Princess Cut / Invisible Set Cluster Ring 1.70ct Natural Princess & Round Cut Diamonds Vs
Category

2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14kt Diamond Pendant Necklace Princess-Cut 1/3 Carat TW Set In White gold
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Invisible Diamond Pendant Drop Necklace 14 karat White gold The diamonds are set side by side in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.12 Carat Princess Cut / Baguette Diamond 18 Karat Gents Ring
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
perfectly matched 2.4 mm princess cut and 7 pieces of straight Baguette Diamonds(Total Weight 2.12 Ct
Category

2010s American Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

2.27 Carat Princess Cut / Baguette Diamond 18 Karat Gents Ring
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
perfectly matched 2.5 mm princess cut and 6 pieces of straight Baguette Diamonds(Total Weight 2.12 Ct
Category

2010s American Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Trillion Cut Diamond Ring with Princess Cut Diamond Bypass White Gold Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
rows of Princess cut invisible set diamonds, G-H in color and VS-SI in clarity, and totaling 2.16
Category

20th Century Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

10K White Gold Princess-Cut Diamond Composite Square Shape Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
10K white gold, each squared earring features 4 invisible set, princess-cut diamonds that create a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold

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Invisible Set Diamond Princess Cut Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of invisible set diamond princess cut diamonds for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 17 vintage versions or 47 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. There are many different pieces in our collection of invisible set diamond princess cut diamonds to choose from, but Contemporary and Modern invisible set diamond princess cut diamonds are of considerable interest. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Gregory Mikaelian Sons, Inc., TJD and Christopher Design produced popular versions that are worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for princess cut invisible set diamond princess cut diamonds and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes baguette cut and emerald cut alternatives. If you’re browsing the variety of invisible set diamond princess cut diamonds for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Invisible Set Diamond Princess Cut Diamonds?

Prices for invisible set diamond princess cut diamonds start at $299 and top out at $34,995 with these rings, on average, selling for $3,870.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Questions About Invisible Set Diamond Princess Cut Diamonds
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Like with most diamond products, the price of a 1-carat princess cut diamond can range dramatically. On 1stDibs, find 1-carat princess cut diamond rings, earrings, necklaces and bracelets starting at $999 to $16,500.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A princess cut, which has the technical name “square modified brilliant,"" is a popular diamond engagement ring cut. The characteristics of a princess cut are a straight sided rectangular outline with a brilliant style facet arrangement. Princess cuts tend to produce more sparkle than other traditional square diamonds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Yes, the princess cut is a good cut for a diamond. For one thing, princess-cut diamonds are similar to the shape of a raw diamond. As a result, jewelers waste less of the stone, often leading to cost-effective pricing for princess-cut diamond jewelry. The princess cut is also visually appealing due to its symmetrical shape. As a brilliant cut, it shows off the sparkle of a diamond. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of princess-cut diamond jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A princess cut diamond ring is a genre of the diamond cuts often used in engagement rings. Possessing the technical name square modified brilliant, these rings are peculiarly crafted into a square or a rectangle shape, giving it an exquisite look of an inverted pyramid with four beveled sides. Shop a range of antique and vintage princess cut diamond rings 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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A marquise-cut diamond looks great in a variety of settings, but you should choose one that protects the center stone. Some of the top marquise diamond ring settings are bezel, prong and halo. Find a variety of marquise-cut diamond rings on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best setting for an emerald-cut diamond is a matter of personal preference. For emerald-cut diamonds, solitaire and pavé settings are popular. The emerald cut comprises 58 facets and truncated corners on a rectangular step-cut stone. The flat pavilion of an emerald-cut diamond can magnify the stone’s imperfections, so the gem’s clarity is key. Initially a popular cut for emeralds only, it is now used on other precious stones, but the name has come to define the style. Find antique and vintage emerald-cut diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best setting for a cushion-cut diamond depends on personal preference. The cushion cut is often referred to as a pillow cut due to its square or rectangular shape with rounded edges. This stone cut comprises 58 facets, like brilliant stones. The cushion cut has been popular since the 18th century. Browse a collection of cushion-cut diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.