Rough Diamond
2010s Hong Kong Dangle Earrings
Opal, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold, White Gold
2010s Spanish Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Cufflinks
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
2010s Thai Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Swiss Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Hong Kong Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Swiss Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Fashion Rings
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gol...
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern More Rings
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cuff Bracelets
Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Whit...
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Burmese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1910s Late Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
2010s Hong Kong Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Wedding Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Swiss Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, Jade, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Rough Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Rough Diamond?
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 rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.