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Antique Saltwater Pearl and Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique saltwater pearl and 0.15 carat diamond, platinum ring; part of our
Category

Antique Early 1900s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Conch Pearl and Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Banbury, GB
and fire. This classic design is the best way to show off that unique beauty in a ring. The diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mikimoto 18 Karat Rose Gold Grey Diamond, Pink Sapphire and Black Pearl Ring
By Mikimoto
Located in Southampton, PA
black pearl and the gray diamonds, this extraordinary ring will add an incredibly fashionable touch to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Antique Deco Cultured Pink Pearl Diamond Ring Moi et Toi Platinum Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco cultured pearl & diamond ring (circa 1920s to 1930s), crafted in
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

Floral Bloom Conch Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
wind. At its heart lies a rare flamingo pink conch pearl, its fiery striations resembling the soft
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

15mm Tahitian Pearl Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
complemented by 1.76 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds set around the pearl adding brilliance and sparkle
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Vintage 18K Gold Rose Cut Diamond Seed Pearl Ring
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage 18K Gold Rose Cut Diamond Seed Pearl Ring Approximate Dimensions: 7.25 (Ring Size) 1.5 cm
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Pink Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Conch Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Banbury, GB
A gorgeous pink natural conch pearl is nestled in this classic Edwardian style halo mounting finely
Category

2010s British Late Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

14K Pearl Diamond Emerald Custom Ring
Located in Toronto, ON
14K white gold Baroque Pearl organic design Ring. Approximately 35.00 mm x 17.50 mm, mixed rose
Category

Late 20th Century Canadian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold

15mm Tahitian Pearl Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking cocktail ring featuring a 15mm tahitian pearl. The pearl's deep, lustrous hue is the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Platinum

18 Karat White Gold Pink Quartz Over Mother of Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 45 round cut = .40cttw Color: G Clarity: VS1 Ring Size: 6.5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Natural Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
This is a breath-taking ring. It has a simply stunning pink sapphire in the centre weighing 4.57
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

Conch Pearl and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Banbury, GB
lively diamonds twinkling in the light, surrounding two delightful conch pearls, both with their own
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Edwardian 14K Gold and Platinum Natural Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 14K Gold and Platinum Natural Pearl Diamond Ring. This gorgeous Antique
Category

Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

Victorian Pink Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the 1900s, this beautiful three stone features a rare and natural pink sapphire
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 22k Gold

Captivating Natural Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
diamonds with a slight blue tint sparkle to enhance the fine, natural lustre of the pearls. The ring is in
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Natural Pearl, 15k Gold

Akoya Pearl Cluster Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large 18k gold cocktail ring studded with diamonds and a cluster of twelve AAA-Quality Akoya
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

【Conchéa】GIA Certified Celestial Flame Conch Pearl and Diamond Ring - 5.24ct
Located in New York, NY
A rare encounter with natural beauty — This breathtaking ring features a natural conch pearl of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Victorian Pearl and Diamond Three-Stone Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
pearl with a stunning pink hue. It measure 6.6mm and has been expertly glued into it's setting. Either
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Kabana 14K Rose Gold Ring 0.20 Ct Diamond and Mother of Pearl Ring
By Kabana
Located in Southampton, PA
This Kabana ring is truly opulent in design. At the center, a striking pink-hued Mother of Pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold

Art Déco Ring With Diamonds And Pearls Circa 1920 s
Located in Firenze, IT
Art Déco ring with diamonds and pearls, yellow gold, platinum. Marquise-shaped, millegriffes-set
Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

White Gold Cultured Pearl Diamond Dress Ring
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A beautiful 18k white gold cultured pearl and diamond dress ring. The dress ring features a white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl Diamond Pavé Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A unique ring featuring a South Sea pearl and fancy colored diamonds. The pearl has a full plump
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

【Conchéa】Flamingo Aurora Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 2.6 ct
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent conch pearl ring featuring a flawless 2.6ct gem glowing in vivid flamingo pink — its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Flower Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A brilliant south sea pearl measuring 14.5mm with a soft pink overtone is set atop this flower ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Classic Akoya Pearl Diamond 3-Stone Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
blemish free with excellent luster and a soft pink overtone. It is accented by 2 side diamonds weighing a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

【Conchéa】Ballet Bow Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 1.74ct
Located in New York, NY
pink conch pearl nestled at the center of a diamond-studded bow. Crafted in 18K gold and adorned with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

【Conchéa】Calla Flame Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 3.8ct
Located in New York, NY
Sculpted in a fluid ribbon of brilliance, this architectural ring wraps a 3.8-carat flamingo pink
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

French Antique Pearl Diamond Gold Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
rose pink oriental cultured pearl and an antique cushion cut diamond. The beginning of the ring band at
Category

Early 20th Century French Engagement Rings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

【Conchéa】Imperial Flame Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 7.2ct
Located in New York, NY
1.06ct of brilliant white diamonds, this ring stands as a true heirloom piece. Such conch pearls are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Yoko London Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Ring, Set in 18 Karat White Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
This elegant ring by Yoko London features a lustrous pink Freshwater pearl its centre, with a
Category

2010s British Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold

Multicolor Sapphires, Diamonds, Pearls, 9 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful retrò ring in 9 karat rose gold and silver structure mounted with five pink pearl and,in
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Rose Gold, Silver

Michael Kneebone Tahitian Peacock Pearl Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
) known as a "peacock" pearl for its broad range of iridescent colors including pink, green and
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold

Kabana 14K Rose Gold 0.23 Ct Diamond and Mother of Pearl Ring
By Kabana
Located in Southampton, PA
an inlay of soft pink mother of pearl in a unique geometric design. The face of the ring is set with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold

16MM South Sea Pearl Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large and beautiful ring featuring a fine south sea pearl measuring an impressive 16mm in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Gold, Diamond and Tahitian Pearl Ring by Arthur King c1970
By Arthur King
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A pretty 18k yellow gold diamond and Tahitian pearl ring by Arthur King. The round 10.4mm light
Category

American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Cultured Pearl

South Sea Pearl Diamond Platinum Halo Sunburst Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large and impressive 16mm south sea cultured pearl takes center stage! Not only does it have a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Marquise Burmese Pink Rubies and Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring
Located in Nantucket, MA
brilliant cut diamonds set in sterling silver. Burmese rubies tend to be more on the pink side. Carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Victorian Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Double Heart Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Silver over 18k yellow gold ring with two hearts, side-by-side, set in the center with a pearl and
Category

Antique 1880s Victorian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver

Le Vian Fresh Water Pearl and Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
By Le Vian
Located in Towson, MD
One 14-karat yellow gold ring by LeVian, set with one 8mm pink cultured pearl, twenty-three (23
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat Gold Diamond Keshi Pearl Tourmaline Handmade Flower Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
are made with pink sapphires and diamonds. Between flowers are sweet pink tourmalines releasing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

South Sea Pearl Diamond Swirl Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A dazzling cocktail ring featuring a 15mm south sea pearl with a soft pink overtone. It is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Vintage Estate Bamboo Motif Pearl and Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
For sale is a lovely estate Pearl and Diamond Ring with a Bamboo motif! Showcasing one (1) white
Category

20th Century Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mother of Pearl Diamond Gold Two-Tone Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A sweet wing featuring a lovely pink mother of pearl. It displays excellent iridescence as an array
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

1970s, Cultured Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Flake Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
center of a pearly pink orient cultured pearl in a surround of small 8/8- cut diamonds in asymmetrical
Category

Vintage 1970s French Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

【Vine Symphony】Leaf Whisper Aurora Japanese Mabe Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
pearls with soft aurora pink overtones, set in rich 18K yellow gold. Accented by a leaf-shaped diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Bulgari Intarsio Mother of Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Greenwich, CT
squares, days with nights and unity with contrast. Intarsio 18 kt pink gold ring with mother of pearl and
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1990s Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Eostre Golden South Sea Pearl, Type A Jadeite and Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Melbourne, AU
A 13.2 mm Golden South Sea Pearl, Type A Natural Lavender Jadeite Jade and Diamond Ring in 18k Rose
Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Pink Sapphire, Garnet, Pearl and Tsavorite 14 Karat Yellow Gold Elephant Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 14k yellow gold Diamonds: 41 round brilliant cut = 0.38 carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Natural Pearl Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A natural 8.85mm saltwater pearl takes center stage of this antique gold ring. The pearl has a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold

20th Century Mabe Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
mabe pearl with iridescent white-pink orient, in a setting of antique cushion-cut diamonds. The setting
Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

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

【Conchéa】PSL Certified Natural Pink Conch Pearl Platinum Ring — 7.2ct
Located in New York, NY
collector’s hand. Product Information Origin Japan Material Conch Pearl, 18K Gold, and Natural Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

One Platinum Stamped Estate Lady s Diamond South Sea Pearl Ring
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ SIZE: Black South Sea (Tahitian) Pearl / 15-15.5mm ACCENT STONES: Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds 1.16cts
Category

1990s American Modernist More Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Mauboussin Monture Coral Pink Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
By Mauboussin
Located in New York City, NY
Rare and magnificent natural coral ring mounted by Mauboussin, complimented by pink white
Category

Late 20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Holbeinesque Enamel Ring One Pink One Blue Natural Sapphire, Natural Pearl
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This ring is from the 1830-1860 when Hans Holbein inspired these jewels through his portrait
Category

Antique 1840s Austrian Holbeinesque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Cultured Pearl Trapeze Diamonds White Gold Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
cultured pearl with pink undertones. On both sides, are two trapeze diamonds weighing 0.15ct approximately
Category

1990s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Antique Pearl Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Diamond Ring to your jewelry collection. A classic pearl is surrounded by a geometric array of bright pink
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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Pearl And Pink Diamond Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the pearl and pink diamond diamond ring you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 5 vintage or 46 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect pearl and pink diamond diamond ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic pearl and pink diamond diamond ring over the years, but those made by Yianni Creations, Yoko London and MOISEIKIN are often thought to be among the most beautiful. 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 oval cut and baguette cut alternatives. When shopping for a pearl and pink diamond diamond ring, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Pearl And Pink Diamond Diamond Ring?

The price for a pearl and pink diamond diamond ring starts at $249 and tops out at $220,800 with these rings, on average, selling for $3,801.

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 Pearl And Pink Diamond Diamond Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Opinions on what a pink diamond ring symbolizes vary. Some people associate the gemstone with love and tenderness. Others link it to innocence, happiness and creativity. As a result, pink diamond rings work well as engagement rings as well as gifts for friends and family for special occasions. On 1stDibs, find a selection of pink diamond jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    No one can say for certain how much the pink diamond ring by Harry Winston is worth today. However, in 2018, the ring bearing the 18.96-carat pink diamond sold for $50.3 million at auction. At the time, the sale established a new record per carat selling price for pink diamonds. Called the Winston Pink Legacy, the gemstone was only the fourth fancy pink diamond ever to be auctioned by the luxury jewelry maker. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Harry Winston jewelry.