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Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Enamel Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique Russian blue guilloche enamel ring centered with diamond diameter of 5mm estimate weight
Category

Vintage 1910s Russian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

18K Gold Handmade Rubellite Diamond Sapphire Demantoid Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A MOISEIKIN's handmade gold ring with a fancy shape, vivid rubellite, shimmering diamonds, multi
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Rubelite, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Karl Faberge 14kt gold oval cabochon amethyst and rose - cut diamond brooch
By Karl Fabergé
Located in Braintree, GB
Karl Faberge 14kt yellow gold oval cabochon amethyst and rose - cut diamond brooch. This exquisite
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Russian Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Imperial Gold-Mounted Smoky Quartz Diamond Egg Pendant by Oskar Pihl
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
-mounted egg pendant crafted from smoky quartz and adorned with a natural diamond old-cutting. The gold
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Fabergé 14 Karat Yellow Gold Green Enamel Diamond Egg Pendant
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé 18 karat yellow gold green enamel diamond egg pendant Designed as an 18 karat yellow
Category

Antique 1890s European Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Tanzanite Diamond Sapphire Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
tanzanite is emphasised by flawless diamonds and the perfect graduations of blue and purple sapphires
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat Gold Burmese Ruby White Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Gold Ring 3010001010,Weight 12.76 g, Size 17mm (D) 226 pc- Diamond 2.904 ct 49 pc- Reddish Pink
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

KHLEBNIKOV Necklace In 14Kt Gold Silver With 118.91 Ctw Aquamarines Diamonds
By Ivan Khlebnikov
Located in Miami, FL
crafted in the classic Russian Imperial taste with parts in solid yellow gold of 14 karats topped with
Category

Antique 1890s Russian Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 14k Gold

MOISEIKIN 18K White Gold Diamond Akoya Pearl Flower Necklace, Promotion
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Diamond and pearls jewellery always suit any occasion. This necklace is made of 18K white gold
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Moiseikin 18 Karat White Gold Diamond 9 Carat Tanzanite Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
9ct intensive blue Tanzanite is gracefully mounted on angel feather diamond frame, employed
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

14ct Rose and White Gold 0.54 Carat Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
the versatility of these earrings The earrings show Russian markings for 14ct gold, and from the
Category

Mid-20th Century Russian Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat Gold Diamond Aquamarine Cocktail Earrings
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
other festive occasion. 18K Gold Diamond and Aquamarine Earrings Weight 21.32g 2 Aquamarines Pair
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, Aquamarine, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold

Faberge Heritage Rose Gold Diamond Pink Guilloche Enamel Heart Surprise Locket
By Fabergé
Located in New York, NY
The heritage rose gold diamond and pink guilloche enamel heart surprise locket features pink
Category

2010s European Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Moiseikin 18 Karat Gold Diamond Emerald Sapphire Flower Earrings
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
attentions! Please do not hesitate to ask if you have any question. 18K Gold Flower Earrings 12.8g 8-Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat White Gold 2.18 Carat Demantoid Garnet Diamond Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
2.18ct Russian Demantoid Garnet is mounted in the innovative diamond jewellery design inspired by
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Victorian Era Ruby Diamond Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Russian, made in St. Petersburg in the 1890s An antique 14K gold bangle bracelet is centered with
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Russian Bangles

Materials

Ruby

MOISEIKIN 18 Karat White Gold Sapphire Diamond Fashion Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Crafted to perfection, MOISEIKIN's sapphire and diamond ring from Tsvetodelika collection is made
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat White Gold 1.38 Carat Demantoid Garnet Diamond Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
1.38ct Russian Demantoid Garnet is mounted in the innovative diamond jewellery design inspired by
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold

Victorian Russian 18k Sterling Silver Love Knot Dangle Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
A spectacular pair of diamond earrings from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 18k gold and
Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Gold

14K 56 Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamond Swan Motif Full Hunter Ladies Pocket Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
made for Russian market, bearing a typical 56 Russian stamp “standard” for 14K Gold - this marking
Category

Antique Early 1900s Swiss Russian Empire Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Brazilian Alexandrite and Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold PE 8x4.5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
sparkling earth-mined diamonds in solid 14k white gold—a romantic, color-shifting beauty made for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Empire Engagement Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

MOISEIKIN 18K White Gold Pearl Diamond Sapphire Cocktail Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
from diamonds to rubies embedded between pearls illuminates the pearls with radiance and warm light
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat White Gold Keshi Pearl Diamond Handmade Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
elegant. 18K White Gold Keshi Pearl and Diamond Ring Gold 18 K,Weight 6.39 g, Size 16.5mm (diameter), 1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fabergé Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds – Limited Edition 132/300
By Fabergé
Located in Berlin, DE
Exquisite Craftsmanship – Limited Edition Fabergé Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds A touch
Category

Antique 1890s Russian Neoclassical Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Ring, Waltzing Brilliance Technology
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Ring Gold 18 K,Weight 4.24 g,Size 17 (diameter), 25 Diamond G/VS 0.97 ct 8 Ruby 0.05 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Antique Edwardian 14K Gold Silver Old Cut Diamond Openwork Stomacher Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond, silver, and yellow gold brooch/stomacher, comprising seventy-seven old and rose
Category

Early 20th Century Russian Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Fan-Shaped Floral Emerald and Diamond Brooch in 18 Karat Gold GIA Certified
By Tsarina Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Russian Emeralds in the center, GIA and ICA certified. The brooch has a spray of sparkling Diamonds and
Category

2010s Thai Russian Empire Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat Gold Tanzanite Diamond Sapphire Cocktail Ring, Handmade
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
perfect cocktail ring for a romantic night. 18K Gold Ring 1-Tanzanite 10.49ct 99-Diamond 1.71ct
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Akoya Pearl Stud-Earrings
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
leading Russian designer, Viktor Moiseikin, which a diamond facet gem is secured by two points: single
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

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

House of Igor Carl Fabergé Yellow Gold Amethyst Emerald Diamond Floral Earrings
By Peter Carl Fabergé
Located in New York, NY
, crafted in rich 14K yellow gold and adorned with vibrant round-cut amethysts and emeralds, accented by two
Category

20th Century Russian Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Diamond Fancy Sapphire Keshi Pearl Handmade Brooch Pendant
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
brighten the monotone colour dress. Gold 18K, Handmade Brooch Pendant Weight 19.15g, 124 Diamond 1.232ct
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

18K White Gold Natural Blue Zircon Diamond Handmade Earrings
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
WG Handmade Natural Zircon Earrings Gold 18 K,Weight 8.94 g, 2 Diamond 0.1 ct 2 Ruby 0.01 ct 6
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Zircon, Blue Zircon, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold 2ct Yellow Diamond Ring, Waltzing Brilliance
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
engagement. 18K Gold Diamond Ring 4010012003 Gold 18 K,Weight 8.99 g,Size 17.5 (mm), 1 Diamond, Fancy VS1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Diamond, White Gold

MOISEIKIN 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Ruby Cocktail Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
301163201210601 Weight 15.39g 18K White Gold, Size 16.5 Ruby1pc 0.265ct, Diamond 21pc 0.11ct, Ruby 66pc 4.625ct
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

MOISEIKIN 18 Karat Gold Diamond Sapphire Tourmaline Cocktail Ring Handmade
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
diamonds and fancy colour stones, lively as if you see ripe fruits coming after the blossoms. Gold filigree
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Ruby Poppy Flower Dangle Drop Earrings
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Over 3.5 ct diamonds, radiant demantoid garnet and passionate rubies make a great harmony on a
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold

Oval 5x4mm - Natural Alexandrite Studs w Earth Mined Diamonds In 14K Solid Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
in solid 14K white gold, each stone is framed by a sparkling halo of earth-mined diamonds, creating a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Empire Stud Earrings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

MOISEIKIN Natural Blue Zircon Diamond Handmade White Gold Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Handmade Natural Zircon Ring Gold 18 K,Weight 5.74 g,Size 17 (diameter), 2 Diamond 0.062 ct 3 Sapphire
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Blue Zircon, Zircon, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

MOISEIKIN 18K Gold Diamond and Pearl Floral Miniature
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
feel comfortable for any inquiry and price offer. 18K Gold Diamond and colour stone art object
Category

2010s Russian Arts and Crafts Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Garnet, Jade, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

18K White Gold Peridot Diamond Earrings in Aurora style stone setting
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
! 18K Gold Earrings 1020201012209 Gold 18K, Weight 5.65g, 28 Amethyst 0.92ct, 14 Diamond 0.52ct, 2
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Hoop Earrings and Amethyst Briolette Charms in 14k Gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Amethyst huggy hoop diamond earrings. Danity hoops in 14k gold. 2 ways wearrable earrings. Amethyst
Category

2010s Russian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Topaz, Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat White Gold 2 Carat Diamond Poppy Flower Cocktail Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Over 2ct diamonds, radiant demantoid garnet and diamond-cut rubies made a great harmony on a poppy
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat Gold Diamond Green Tourmaline Sapphire Earrings
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
metals. Inside the designed flower petals ravished with diamonds and precious fancy sapphires are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Chrome Tourmaline, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gol...

Moiseikin 18k Gold Keshi Pearl Diamond Emerald Demantoid Handmade Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
night sky image with unique form of south sea keshi pearl, diamonds, emerald, rare demantoid garnets and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Sapphire, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat Gold Diamond Sapphire Tourmaline Cocktail Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
diamonds and fancy colour stones, lively as if you see ripe fruits coming after the blossoms. Gold filigree
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Sapphire, Rubelite, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond, White Gold...

18K Gold Diamond Emerald Alexandrite Tahiti pearl Cocktail Earrings, Moiseikin
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
impressionism way In order to make the earrings alive, gold filigree was made manually by hands. A pair of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat Gold Diamond Indigo Tourmaline Sapphire Cocktail Earrings
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
flower petal prongs. Gold filigree is detailed as branch which you feel warmness of handcraft. 18K Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Gold Diamond Indigo Tourmaline Handmade Ring in Starry Night
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
night jewel awaits the coming bright sun of hope. 18K Gold Diamond and Indigo Tourmaline Handmade Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat White Gold 6ct Vivid Tanzanite Diamond Sapphire Pendant
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
, which a diamond facet gem is secured by two points: a single prong gently touching the pavilion and a
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Moiseikin 18k Gold Diamond Baroque Pearl Fancy Colour Stone Pendant
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
complete. 18K Gold handmade Diamond, Tahiti Pearl Pendant Weight 21.85 g, 2 Diamond 0.33 ct 4 Demantoid
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

Moiseikin 18k Gold Diamond Indigo Tourmaline Sapphire Pearl Cocktail Earrings
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
detailed as branch which you feel warmness of handcraft. 18K Gold Earrings 26.67g 148 Diamond 1.548ct 2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat Gold Diamond Pearl Emerald Rubellite Transforming Earrings
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
. Inside diamond flowers are vivid rubellite tourmalines followed by half carat emeralds. Lustrous baroque
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Rubelite, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond Intensive Color Tanzanite Ring in Angel Wing
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
jewellery invention patented by a leading Russian designer, Viktor Moiseikin, which a diamond facet gem is
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

1960 Armenian Ring 14K Gold natural 6ct Emerald 0.85ct Diamonds ØUS10/ 5.5gr
Located in SE
Beautiful 583 Gold, Silver, Emerald and Diamonds Halo Ring. Metal is solid 14k/ 583 Yellow Gold
Category

20th Century Russian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

1975 Vintage USSR Ukraine Earrings Diamond solid 14K Rose White Gold /6.1 gr
Located in SE
Gold holding six brilliant cut Diamonds. Each earring has Soviet Union period maker hallmarks, 585
Category

Vintage 1970s Ukrainian Russian Revival Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat Gold Transformer with Diamond Demantoid Tanzanite Bird Brooch
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
object can be transformed into wearable jewelleries. A humming bird is made with 18K white gold, 4.98ct
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Diamond Green Tourmaline Sapphire Handmade Ring in Starry Night
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
diamonds and sapphires ablaze with their own luminescence in the golden swirling clouds filigree
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

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Russian Gold Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of russian gold diamonds available on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold. Our selection of items includes 326 vintage examples as well as 62 contemporary versions. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 18th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of russian gold diamonds bearing Victorian or Art Nouveau hallmarks are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Tsarina Jewels, Fabergé and AB Jewelry NYC are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Browse our collection of 283 Diamond versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for round cut russian gold diamonds and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes rose cut and old mine cut alternatives. When shopping our range of russian gold diamonds, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Russian Gold Diamonds?

On average, russian gold diamonds at 1stDibs sell for $6,539, while they’re typically $360 on the low end and $180,000 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 Russian Gold Diamonds
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Russian gold is another name for rose gold. It comes from the fact that Russian jewelry makers were among the first to use the material during the 19th century. You can shop a large collection of rose gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Russian diamonds are real diamonds but they also might be created diamonds. Calling a diamond a Russian diamond only refers to the place of origin, not whether it’s real or not. While Russia does mine diamonds, they also produce lab-grown diamonds, sometimes called synthetic or created diamonds. No matter how they’re produced, they are still real diamonds. Shop a collection of authentic Russian diamonds from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Russia has a good reputation when it comes to diamond-cutting, making Russian diamonds higher quality than diamonds from other countries.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Whether white gold or yellow gold is better for diamond earrings is a matter of personal preference. Due to its cool color, white gold will blend in with diamonds and keep the eye focused on the gemstones. Yellow gold will add warm color to earrings and make a bold contrast with the diamonds. Explore a large collection of diamond earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    To tell if gold diamond earrings are real, you can perform a couple of tests. For the diamonds, try the breath test. Blow onto the gemstone and see how long it takes for the condensation to disappear. On a genuine diamond, the fog will clear up quickly, while it will tend to linger on rhinestones and crystals. Real gold tends to be heavy, so earrings made out of it will sink in water. Because authenticating earrings with the naked eye can be difficult, you may want to ask a professional jeweler, appraiser or experienced dealer for assistance. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of gold diamond earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Whether diamond studs are better in white or yellow gold depends on your preferences. Yellow gold makes an appealing contrast with clear diamonds and brings warmth to earrings. On the other hand, white gold's cooler appearance can allow the diamonds to take center stage. Choose the variety that you like best. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of diamond stud earrings.