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Deco Platinum Emerald Diamond Brooch
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Diamonds. This item weighs 10.3 grams. The center Emerald is transparent and a perfect match to the
Category

1930s Canadian Art Deco Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Used Deco Platinum Emerald Diamond Brooch
Deco Platinum Emerald Diamond Brooch
$3,840 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Platinum Ladies Bracelet with Diamonds
Located in Montreal, QC
Art deco platinum bracelet with three genuine diamonds weighing .15ct each for a total of .45ct
Category

Early 20th Century Canadian Art Deco Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

37.56 Carat Tourmaline "Rubellite" Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Rare, large rubellite tourmaline diamond necklace. High cluster, lively pinkish red, oval faceted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Rubelite, Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

6. 12 Carat Tanzanite Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Stunning tanzanite diamond cocktail ring. Violet-blue, high luster, pear faceted, 6.12 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold

2.02 Carat Unheated Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Glamorous unheated ruby and diamond ring. High lustre, transparent, oval faceted, intense color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Pear Shape Emerald Diamond White Gold Dangling Earrings
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Elegant pear shape emerald and diamond dangling earrings. Lively green pear shape matching emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

18k Rose Gold Champagne Diamonds Stackable Ring
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
The double row diamond band is an understated unisex band that can be worn daily as a regular
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

14k Gold Earrings Diamond and Emerald Gems
Located in Montreal, QC
of cut: fair. Set with 56 brilliant cut diamonds, weighs approximately 0.005 to 0.015 ct each
Category

Late 20th Century Canadian Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Multi-Row Diamond Band
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
This multi-row diamond band is designed for everyday wear. Whether you are off to a casual
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Rose Gold Multi-Row Diamond Band
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
This multi-row diamond band is designed for everyday wear. Whether you are off to a casual
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18k White Gold Multi-Row Diamond Band
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
This multi-row diamond band is designed for everyday wear. Whether you are off to a casual
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Diamond Nest Ring
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
be found even in the hardest places. This version features white brilliant cut diamonds at each
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold and Diamonds Textured Leaf Earrings
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
the details of the venation of a leaf with diamonds carefully set along the midrib to give a very high
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Yellow Gold and Diamonds Textured Leaf Earrings
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
the details of the venation of a leaf with diamonds carefully set along the midrib to give a very high
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Textured Rose Gold and Diamonds Leaf Earrings
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
the details of the venation of a leaf with diamonds carefully set along the midrib to give a very high
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

9.8 Carat Rubellite Diamond Pendant
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Elegant rubellite diamond pendant. High brilliance, pear faceted pinkish-red rubellite (tourmaline
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

18k Gold

9.8 Carat Rubellite Diamond Pendant
9.8 Carat Rubellite Diamond Pendant
$16,000 Sale Price
20% Off
269 black diamond mink fur coat size 10
Located in Montreal, Quebec
DESCRIPTION : 269 BLACK DIAMOND MINK FUR COAT SIZE 10 Portrait collar, supple skins, beautiful
Category

2010s Canadian Used Diamonds Canada

3.45ct Grey White Diamond Statement Snake Ring set in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Unleash the allure of our extraordinary Grey & White Diamond Statement Snake Ring, a mesmerizing
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold

0.87 Carat Reclaimed Natural Diamond White Gold Pavé Disc Pendant
Located in Niagara On The Lake, ON
setting takes place in our studio in Niagara on the Lake, Canada. High-quality diamond setting can vastly
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Modern Blackened Sterling Silver Gray Spinel Black Diamond Men s Ring
Located in Niagara On The Lake, ON
studio in Niagara on the Lake, Canada. High-quality diamond setting can vastly improve the brilliance and
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Black Diamond, Spinel, Silver

Single Row Stackable Diamond Ring
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
The double row diamond band is an understated unisex band that can be worn daily as a regular
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

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

14k White Gold Diamond Ladies Cluster Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
14k White Gold ladies cluster ring. The ring is set with one central brilliant cut diamond .33ct
Category

Mid-20th Century Canadian Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

18k Yellow Gold, Amethyst Diamond Dendritic Ring
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
18K Yellow Gold Amethyst - 23.78ct Diamonds - 0.22ct white brilliant cut G/VS
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold, Amethyst Diamond Dendritic Ring
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
18K White Gold Amethyst - 23.78ct Diamonds - 0.22ct white brilliant cut G/VS
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.6 Carat Diamond Pavé White Gold Two Piece Interchangeable Ring
Located in Niagara On The Lake, ON
, Canada. High-quality diamond setting can vastly improve the brilliance and shine of a piece of jewelry
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold and Diamonds Textured Leaf Ring
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
the details of the venation of a leaf with diamonds carefully set along the midrib to give a very high
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Rose Gold and Diamonds Textured Leaf Ring
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
the details of the venation of a leaf with diamonds carefully set along the midrib to give a very high
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18k White Gold and Diamonds Textured Leaf Ring
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
the details of the venation of a leaf with diamonds carefully set along the midrib to give a very high
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Brushed Rose Gold and Diamonds Block Ring
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
0.42ct of white brilliant cut F VS2 diamonds and it's beautifully set in 18k rose gold with a brushed
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18k White Gold Heart Pendant with 60 Natural Diamonds
Located in Montreal, QC
Vintage 18k white gold stamped 750 heart pendant with 60 diamonds (1.50ct) VS-GH. Pendant measures
Category

Early 2000s Canadian Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.07ct Yellowish Green Fancy Diamond Cushion Engagement Ring set in 18k White Go
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Introducing the epitome of distinctive elegance with our 1.07ct Yellowish Green Fancy Diamond
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond

Swiss Topaz Diamond Ring - 18K Solid White Gold - Medium Size
Located in Markham, CA
18K Solid White Gold Natural Swiss Topaz Gemstone: Trillion shape, Size 12x12mm Natural Diamonds
Category

2010s Canadian Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k Gold Ladies Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
, brilliant cut diamonds, weigh 0.07 to 0.09 ct each with an approximate total weight 0.54 ct. Measures 4 x
Category

Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

14k White Gold Ladies Ring w/ Quartz and Diamonds
Located in Montreal, QC
14k white gold ladies ring set with lemon quartz, emerald cut, 12 x 10 mm and 30 diamonds of .001
Category

Early 2000s Canadian Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, White Gold

5.55ct Opal, Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring set in Platinum
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Presenting a 5.55ct Opal and Diamond Ballerina Cocktail or Engagement Ring, meticulously crafted in
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Opal, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 18k Gold Pendant Diamonds and Rubies
Located in Montreal, QC
18k white gold pendant set with 64 diamonds full cut VS-GH for a total weight of .65ct, 24 square
Category

1990s Canadian Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Yellow Gold Garnet Diamonds Nest Pendant and Earrings
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
, surrounded by diamonds. Rhodolite Garnets in Earrings: 8.41ct Diamonds in Earrings: 0.45ct G/VS Rhodolite
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Garnet, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18K White Gold Garnet Diamond Nest Pendant and Earrings
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
, surrounded by diamonds. Rhodolite Garnets in Earrings: 8.41ct Diamonds in Earrings: 0.45ct G/VS Rhodolite
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Garnet, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14k White Gold Earrings Diamond 10mm Pearl
Located in Montreal, QC
14k white gold earring set with 9 1/2-10mm Akoya pearl and 3 diamonds of .10ct each, clarity VVS-VS
Category

20th Century Canadian Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

18k Rose Gold, Amethyst Diamond Dendritic Cocktail Ring
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
18K Rose Gold Amethyst - 23.78ct Diamonds - 0.22ct white brilliant cut G/VS
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

2.0 Carat Emerald and Diamond Baguette Art Deco Ring
Located in Niagara On The Lake, ON
are certified diamond setters and goldsmiths located in Niagara on the Lake, Canada. We like to source
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Art Deco Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Birks .86 Carat Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Birks
Located in Stamford, CT
Birks diamond engagement ring. Platinum three-stone setting with round center diamond with two
Category

20th Century Canadian Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

2.04 Carat Reclaimed Natural Diamond Men s Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Niagara On The Lake, ON
in Niagara on the Lake, Canada. High-quality diamond setting can vastly improve the brilliance and
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Flower Brooch with Pearls Diamonds
Located in Montreal, QC
14k yellow gold flower brooch with 8 diamonds of .02ct each, 6 pearls of 3mm each and 1 central
Category

Early 20th Century Canadian Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

14k Gold

10ct Natural Oval Purple Amethysts Diamonds Tennis Bracelet 14kt Gold
Located in New York, NY
Amethyst diamond alternating tennis bracelet 10ct. Natural Amethysts Vs clean clear clarity
Category

2010s Canadian Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Double Halo with Recycled Diamonds Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Niagara On The Lake, ON
- made in Canada - this ring is sizeable We are certified diamond setters, engravers and goldsmiths and
Category

2010s Canadian Art Deco Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Ryrie Bros, Art Deco Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco 1921, Diamond and Sapphire bangle by Ryrie Bros. Limited. Made in 18K white and yellow
Category

Early 20th Century Canadian Art Deco Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

1.57 carats Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Scalloped Eternity Ring
Located in Niagara On The Lake, ON
our studio in Niagara on the Lake, Canada. High-quality diamond setting can vastly improve the
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ammolite and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Heirloom Quality Designer Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
”/ 70 x 37 mm and two diamonds, approx. 0.24ct total carat weight; E-F color; SI1 clarity. Hand crafted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Blue Flower Earrings Diamond - 18K Solid Gold (Substancial Gold Content)
Located in Markham, CA
18K Solid White Gold Natural Swiss Topaz Gemstone: Heart Shape, Size 6x6mm Natural Diamond: Round
Category

2010s Canadian Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring – Swiss Topaz Diamond - Substantial Gold Content
Located in Markham, CA
Swiss Topaz, Trillion Shape, 12 x 12 mm, Origin: Brazil Diamonds: Natural Round Cut, 2.00 mm each
Category

2010s Canadian Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14k with Gold and Diamond Ladies Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Victorian 14k with gold and diamonds ladies ring. Set with 16 old cut diamonds total weight .35 ct
Category

Late 19th Century Canadian Victorian Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

14k Gold Set of Ring Earrings Mabe Pearl Opal and Diamonds
Located in Montreal, QC
14k yellow gold set of ladies ring & earrings with 14mm Mabe pearl, 6 diamonds each and 5 opal
Category

1990s Canadian Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold

Signed Birks Mid-Century Modern 18K Yellow Gold, Enamel, Diamond Flower Brooch
By Birks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century modern brooch. By Maison Birks, the storied Canadian jeweler out of Montreal
Category

20th Century Canadian Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

Estate 14k White Gold Diamond and Ruby Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
weight is 39 grams. The earrings are set with 280 round brilliant cut diamonds with an average weight of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond 1.3 Karat Amethyst 14k White Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
4.8 grams. The ring is set with one (1) old miner cut diamond, weighs 1.35 karat. Measures 7.45x6.50mm
Category

1920s Canadian Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

11.67ct Aquamarine, Heliodor Diamond Vine Ring set in 14k Black Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning Aquamarine Ring, set with heliodor and diamonds in an 14k black gold setting
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Used Diamonds Canada

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

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Used Diamonds Canada For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the used diamonds canada you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect used diamonds canada may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing used diamonds canada — no matter the origin — is easy, but Birks, Thesis Gems and Jewelry and TJD each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A used diamonds canada can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 18, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also french cut cut and octagon cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a used diamonds canada for sale for women should be easy, but there are 10 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Used Diamonds Canada?

The price for a used diamonds canada starts at $852 and tops out at $14,825 with these rings, on average, selling for $5,500.

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 Used Diamonds Canada
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    Yes, Canada Goose uses fake fur now. In 2021, the luxury fashion brand announced it would phase out genuine fur entirely by the end of 2022. However, you can still find Canada Goose jackets trimmed in genuine fur for sale on trusted online resale platforms. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Canada Goose outerwear and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Cartier exclusively uses diamonds from classes D through H to ensure that the gemstones are colorless and have little or no fluorescence. Their high standards contribute to the quality of the luxury jewelry maker's pieces. Shop a collection of Cartier diamonds from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Rolex only employs the greatest melee diamonds. Only diamonds with a clarity of at least IF and color between D and G are used in their products. On 1stDibs, find a variety of bejeweled Rolex watches today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Rolex uses only the highest quality diamonds in their watches and compares these stones against certified master stones. They are the most colorless, so in ranges D to G.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
    Yes, diamonds are used in watches. Many watches contain bearings crafted out of lab-made jewels, which minimize friction and support more accurate timekeeping. In some cases, makers use lab-made diamonds for these features. Watchmakers may also set decorative diamonds into the bezel or bracelet to enhance the visual appeal of their timepieces. Some makers well-known for their diamond watches include Graff, Chopard, Jacob Co., Piaget, Hublot, Cartier and Bulgari. Shop a collection of diamond watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Rolex uses some of the highest quality diamonds available. The diamonds used in its products must rank IF or above in clarity and between D-G in coloring. Shop a range of authentic Rolex timepieces from the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    Yes, Pandora does use real diamonds. However, the diamonds featured in pieces made by the jewelry brand are lab-grown rather than mined. Lab-created diamonds are identical to natural diamonds in terms of their composition, but they are generally more affordable because they are human-made. Shop a collection of Pandora jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Omega uses real diamonds in its watch designs. Modern timepieces feature Top Wesselton diamonds. The brand only chooses ones with VVS ratings to ensure clarity. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of Omega watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Yes, Cartier uses real diamonds for its jewelry. Only the finest quality diamonds with little or no fluorescence are chosen for the French luxury brand's rings, necklaces, earrings and bracelets. The majority of Cartier diamonds also come from Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC)-certified sources, attesting to the fact that they were sustainably acquired. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    Yes, Effy uses real diamonds. In fact, the American jewelry maker is highly selective about the gemstones that go into its pieces. Diamonds must meet strict quality standards and come from ethical sources to be utilized by the brand. Find a selection of Effy jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Rolex uses only the highest quality melee diamonds with between D and G in color and IF in clarity. Every diamond is tested individually to make sure it is real.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    Yes, Hublot uses real diamonds. Many of the Swiss watchmaker's timepieces feature genuine diamond accents. One luxurious example is the Classic Fusion High Jewellery 2023 watch, which is set with 421 baguette-cut diamonds offset by a black alligator leather strap. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Hublot watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    Yes, Bulgari uses real diamonds. In fact, the luxury jewelry maker is well-known for adorning its jewelry with diamonds that meet high color, clarity and cut standards. Many diamonds featured in Bulgari jewelry carry GIA certification, indicating that they meet quality standards established by the Gemological Institute of America. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Bulgari diamond jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    No, Monet does not typically use real diamonds. Monet produces costume jewelry out of visually appealing yet affordable materials. Most Monet pieces that appear to be set with diamonds actually feature glass or acrylic rhinestones. Shop a selection of vintage Monet jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    No, Breitling doesn’t use natural diamonds in their watches as of the fall of 2022. At that time, the luxury watchmaker switched from gemstones sourced from nature to artisanal laboratory-made diamonds. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Breitling watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Cartier does indeed use real diamonds for its rings. Cartier chooses only gems with little or no fluorescence, and sources most of its diamonds from RJC-certified companies. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Cartier jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Judith Ripka does indeed use real diamonds. The luxury jewelry brand currently uses mined diamonds for its designs, but will slowly shift to lab-created or cultured diamonds for its pieces in the future. Shop a collection of Judith Ripka jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Roberto Coin uses real diamonds. Roberto Coin is committed to using fair-trade diamonds and has a zero-tolerance policy towards the use of conflict diamonds. All Roberto Coin diamonds are certified by the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS) as coming from legitimate sources. Shop a collection of Roberto Coin diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    Yes, Louis Vuitton does use real diamonds for some of its pieces. Jewelry from the French luxury fashion house's fine jewelry collection features genuine diamond gemstones that it sources in rough form and then cuts in-house to ensure quality. Pieces from the Louis Vuitton fashion jewelry collection normally don't feature diamonds. Instead, they are typically set with crystals. Find a diverse assortment of Louis Vuitton jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    No, Miriam Haskell typically didn't use real diamonds. The American jewelry designer produced costume jewelry that rivaled the beauty of fine jewelry pieces but featured less expensive materials. As a result, Miriam Haskell earrings, necklaces, rings, bracelets and brooches usually feature glass rather than real gemstones. Explore a selection of Miriam Haskell jewelry on 1stDibs.