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Pearl Diamond Turquoise Enamel 22 Karat Gold Artisan Dangle Earrings
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, Singapore
Earring bottoms comprise blue Tanzanite with syndicate polkis (uncut diamonds) inside and around
Category

2010s Indian Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Tanzanite, 22k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Two Stone Wire Bracelet with Uncut Diamonds
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, SG
piece, featuring Polki (Uncut Diamonds) set in 18kt Gold. You are what you wear!! Size: Adjustable
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Manjrie Ruby Uncut Diamond Emerald 18k Gold Silver Artisan Bracelet
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, Singapore
pure silver band with 18k gold work on it, and a handcrafted Ruby and Polki (uncut diamonds) vintage
Category

2010s Indian Artisan Clamper Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Manjrie Blue Sapphire Ruby Double-Cut Diamond 22k Gold Artisan Dangle Earrings
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, Singapore
clip. Gold wt 19.01gm. Ruby 6.15ct. Polki(uncut diamonds) 0.45ct. Diamonds 1.8ct. Tops: 22mmx20mm
Category

2010s Indian Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 22k Gold

Manjrie Iolite Uncut Diamond Mother of Pearl 18k Gold Silver Victorian Bracelet
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, Singapore
embellished with polkis (uncut diamonds) on the centrepiece in a Victorian setting with 14k gold. Mother Of
Category

2010s Indian Victorian Clamper Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Iolite, 18k Gold, Silver

18k Gold Garnet Emerald Sapphires Catseye Pearl Coral Ruby Diamond Bracelet
By Vishal Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Diamond: 2.23 carat Emerald: 2.01 carat Ruby: 3.94 carat Blue Sapphire: 5.67 carat Pearl: 1.44
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Coral, Garnet, Pearl, Sapphire, 1...

Manjrie Ruby Pearl Coral Sapphire Diamond Turquoise Gold Artisan Enamel Bracelet
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, Singapore
gemstones; Polki (uncut diamonds), Mother Of Pearl, Coral, Turquoise, Garnet et al.. Weaved in silk thread
Category

2010s Indian Artisan More Bracelets

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Coral, Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Turquoise, Other, 18k Gold

18k Gold Garnet Emerald Sapphires Catseye Pearl Coral Ruby Diamond Bracelet
By Vishal Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Diamond: 2.23 carat Emerald: 2.01 carat Ruby: 3.94 carat Blue Sapphire: 5.67 carat Pearl: 1.44
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Coral, Garnet, Pearl, Sapphire, 1...

Manjrie Ruby Pearl Coral Sapphire Diamond Garnet Gold Artisan Hook Earrings
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, Singapore
represented by coloured gemstones; Polki (uncut diamonds), Mother Of Pearl, Coral, Turquoise, Garnet et al
Category

2010s Indian Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Crystal, Diamond, Garnet, Black Pearl, Ruby, Other, 18k Gold

Manjrie Ruby Pearl Coral Yellow Sapphire Diamond Iolite Gold Artisan Necklace
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, Singapore
intense red ruby signifying the Sun. It sits atop a bed of polkis (uncut diamonds) and 18k gold petals
Category

2010s Indian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Coral, Diamond, Garnet, Iolite, Pearl, Ruby, Other, 18k Gold

Manjrie Ruby Pearl Coral Emerald Sapphire Diamond 22k Gold Artisan Necklace
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, Singapore
India, this intricate necklace features polki(uncut diamonds), emerald, ruby, cultured pearls and other
Category

2010s Indian Artisan More Necklaces

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Iolite, Pearl, Ruby, Yello...

Manjrie Ruby Pearl Coral Emerald Yellow Sapphire Diamond Gold Artisan Bracelet
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, Singapore
signifying the Sun. Polki(uncut diamonds) 0.25ct. Ruby 5ct. Emerald Bead 6ct. Yellow Sapphire 6ct. Rest of
Category

2010s Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Iolite, Pearl, Ruby, Other, Chrysoberyl, Emerald, Garnet...

Manjrie Ruby Pearl Coral Sapphire Diamond Onyx 18k Gold Silver Artisan Bracelet
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, Singapore
-plated silver band with 18k gold work on it. The centrepiece enriched with polkis (uncut diamonds) and
Category

2010s Indian Artisan Clamper Bracelets

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Coral, Diamond, Garnet, Onyx, Pearl, Other, 18k Gold, Silver

Vintage 22ct Gold Silver Diamond Heavy Cluster Engagement Ring Size N 6.75 916
Located in Camelford, GB
ring withpierced shank and oxidised silver setting. Gems: Larger centre polki mine cut diamond with
Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Silver

Vintage 18ct Gold Silver 2 Carat Diamond Cluster Nouveau Ring N1/2 7 750 925
Located in Camelford, GB
silver setting. Gems: Natural white diamonds - Rose (polki) and round cut. Really sparkling and stunning
Category

20th Century Thai Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage 18ct Gold Silver 2 Carat Diamond Cluster Nouveau Ring N1/2 7 750 925
Located in Camelford, GB
silver setting. Gems: Natural white diamonds - Rose (polki) and round cut. Really sparkling and stunning
Category

20th Century Thai Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Diamond Inlaid Crystal Ball and Crystal Bead Necklace
By Helen Ringus
Located in TRYON, NC
This 1 in. carved crystal ball, inlaid with diamond polki set in 24 k gold, has been made into a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Enamel Pearl Sapphire Bead Horse Necklace
By Helen Ringus
Located in TRYON, NC
section piece. The diamonds are called 'polki' in India, they are flat slices of diamonds. The pendant
Category

20th Century American Anglo-Indian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Uncut Diamond 18 Karat Gold Artisan Adjustable Ring
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, Singapore
Styled with polkis (uncut diamonds) and pearls set in 18k gold. Total Weight 12.06gm. Polki(uncut
Category

2010s Indian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Brown Quartz Polki Diamond Rosary Polki Diamond Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
gold polki diamond tumbler bead - 14k gold double sided diamond oval clasp at bottom allowing to change
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Lucea New York Polki Diamond Ring
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Rustic Collection This chunky style Polki Diamond with Black Agate fashion ring set in Sterling
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

Kothari Polki Diamond Brilliant-Cut Diamond Matte Gold Curved Bar Necklace
By Kothari
Located in Dallas, TX
gold featuring seven shimmering polki diamonds totaling 0.32 carats accented with 0.04 total carats of
Category

2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Clarissa Bronfman Garnet Polki Diamond Ruby Rose Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
sterling silver pave diamond, polki diamond large tumbler bead - double sided 925 sterling silver pave
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Sterling Silver

Tourmilated Quartz Polki Diamond Clasp Matinee Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
. This grand matinee length necklace has been finished with a trending rhodium silver Polki diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Sapphire Polki Diamond Flower Tanzanite Pearl Carmen Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
sterling silver - sapphire - polki diamonds - bottom backside loop allowing to hand Symbol Tree base on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, Sapphire, Pearl, Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, Chalcedony, Aquamarin...

Clarissa Bronfman Tiger s Eye Polki Diamond Rosary Ruby Amethyst Cross Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
tiger's eye beads - citrine silver tumbler bead - gold polki diamond tumbler bead - large gold double
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, Tiger s Eye, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Sterling ...

Clarissa Bronfman Tigers Eye Polki Diamond Gold Rainbow Moonstone Carmen Rosary
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
grade AAA+ - bone round smooth beads - skull hematite beads - polki diamonds, - opal, diamonds, - two
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Hematite, Moonstone, Tiger s Eye, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 14k ...

Clarissa Bronfman Tiger s Eye Polki Diamond Rosary Diamond Ruby Elephant Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- gold polki diamond tumbler bead - large gold double sided diamond clasp that opens and closes allowing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Tiger s Eye, Sterling Silver

Designer Polki Diamond Earring with Ruby in Silver and Gold with Pearl Hanging
Located in New York, NY
This lovely designer Polki Diamond Earring with Camacho Ruby set in silver and gold with a oval
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Silver

Clarissa Bronfman 18k14k Gold Diamond Garnet Polki Diamond Enamel Heart Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Pendant consists of: - black enamel - sterling silver, 14k gold plating - polki diamond - pave diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel

Clarissa Bronfman 18k 14k Gold Diamond Garnet Polki Diamond Flower Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
consists of: - polki diamond - pave diamond - 925 sterling silver - gold plating - gold vermeil ***PLEASE
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Tanzanite Polki Diamond Ruby Beaded Necklace Elephant Pendan
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
beads - Two tone silver gold vermeil polki diamond tumbler/spacer bead 10 x 16 mm Pendant consists
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Quartz, Rubelite, Ruby, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Bone Ruby Polki Diamond Rosary Opal Quartz Capri Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
sterling silver pave diamond polki diamond tumbler/spacer bead - two tone 925 sterling silver gold pave
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Hematite, Opal, Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, Gold Pl...

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Brown Quartz Gold Polki Diamond Rosary Capri Opal Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
gold polki diamond tumbler bead - 14k gold double sided diamond oval clasp at bottom allowing to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Opal, Quartz, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, St...

18k gold Polki Diamond Set
Located in jaipur, IN
Gold nw 79.780gm 18k set polki 20.35cts diamond 8.60cts
Category

2010s More Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Quartz Polki Diamond Gold Rosary &Volcanic Rock Buddha Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
gold polki diamond tumbler bead - 14k gold double sided diamond oval clasp at bottom allowing to change
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Brown Quartz Polki Diamond Necklace Malachite Ebony Mushroom
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
mm quartz AAA+ beads - light citrine teardrop beads - two tone sterling silver gold polki diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, Quartz, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Sterling ...

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Bone Polki Diamond Ruby Rosary Gold Love Ebony Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
silver pave diamond polki diamond tumbler/spacer bead - two tone 925 sterling silver gold pave diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate

18k Gold Polki Diamond Emerald Necklace
Located in jaipur, IN
Gold nw 132.120gm 18k necklace polki 33.28cts diamond 0.82cts emerald 55.16cts pearl 22.65cts
Category

2010s More Necklaces

18k gold 6.21cts Polki Diamond 3.90cts diamond Earring
Located in jaipur, IN
gold nw 24.230gm 18k earring polki 6.21cts diamond 3.90cts
Category

2010s More Earrings

14k Gold and Polki Diamond Mughal Style Bangle Bracelet
Located in Dallas, TX
. of traditional polki cut diamonds. 6 ct. of round cut diamonds. The inside of the bracelet is flashed
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Jade Moonstone Crystal Agate Polki Diamond Necklace Pendants
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
of pendant - jade beads - crystal beads - polki and pave diamond 925 sterling silver tumbler beads
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Crystal, Diamond, Jade, Moonstone, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Agate Moonstone Polki Diamond Necklace Garnet Amethyst Cross
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Necklace consists of: - 37" length total - double sided diamond and opal large oval clasp that
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Moonstone, Opal, Sterling Silver

5.15 Carat Total Polki Diamond Dome Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
diamonds in bezel settings totaling 5.15 carats. Scintillating round brilliant cut diamonds are prong set
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Gold Mother Of Pearl Pendant Polki Diamond Bone Ruby Rosary
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Signature Otto Lock consisting of gold/diamonds that can open and close securely. On the bottom backside
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Bone Tigers Eye Polki Opal Diamond Gold Carmen Rosary Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
grade AAA+ - bone round smooth beads - skull hematite beads - polki diamonds, - opal, diamonds, - two
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Hematite, Opal, Quartz, Tiger s Eye, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold...

Clarissa Bronfman Black Agate Opal Diamond Rosary Polki Emerald Flower Heart
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- pave diamonds - rose cut diamonds - polki diamonds - emerald - flower pendant is approximately 1.2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, Silver

Diamond Cirque Chandelier Earrings
By Jaipur Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
triple hoops suspending three twinkling center Polki Diamonds. These stunning earrings feature .44 Carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Diamond Bangle
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Moghul inspiring diamond (polki) bangle. Beautiful contemporary flower pattern, handcrafted polki
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold Plate, Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Black Agate 14k Diamond Enamel Figo Mano Pendant Rosary
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
pendant - gold polki diamond slice tumbler bead - silver polki diamond slice tumbler bead - 37" length
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Clarissa Bronfman Black Agate 14k Gold Diamond Ebony Evil Eye Pendant Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
pendant - gold polki diamond slice tumbler bead - silver polki diamond slice tumbler bead - 37" length
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Vermeil

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Tanzanite Diamond Gold Amethyst Necklace Sapphire Polki Flower
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Flower pendant consists of: - 2" length x width - sterling silver - polki diamonds - pave diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Quartz, Rubelite, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tanz...

Carved Ruby Floral Pendant with Ploki Diamonds Around
Located in New York, NY
Lovely round floral carved ruby pendant with polki diamonds around making a beautiful flower shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Multi Color Charm Paper Clip Gold Necklace &Enamel Polki Heart
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- 14k solid gold - enamel - 14k gold diamond swivel clasp that opens and closes allowing for changing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Moonstone, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling S...

CLARISSA BRONFMAN "Carmen" Tiger s Eye Emerald Diamond Flower Rosary Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
polki diamond Model in photos may be wearing pendant with various chains/cords/necklaces. Rosary
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Tiger s Eye, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Lucea New York Emerald, Diamond, and Peal Bell Earrings
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Rustic Collection Fun bell style earrings featuring channel set Emeralds, rustic and polki
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

23k Gold and Diamond Polki Jhumki Earring Pair With Natural pearls and ruby
Located in Delhi, DL
front / 23K back Diamond Information: Diamond Type: Natural Diamond Polki Diamond Sub-type: Kilwas
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold

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Polki Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact polki diamond you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Silver — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 2 antique edition and 34 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a polki diamond may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a polki diamond has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Vishal Jewels, Karen Sugarman Designs and Kothari are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for a rose cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes uncut and mixed cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a polki diamond, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Polki Diamond?

On average, a polki diamond at 1stDibs sells for $6,450, while they’re typically $995 on the low end and $55,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 Polki Diamond
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Polki are diamonds in their pure form. Unlike other diamonds, polki do not undergo chemical treatments. Therefore, Polki diamonds are quite opaque in color and slightly rustic looking.