Violet Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Spinel, White Gold
2010s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Tanzanite, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Vintage 1910s Brooches
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Greek Fashion Rings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s More Rings
2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Chandelier Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Spinel, Emerald, Platinum, 18k G...
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Stud Earrings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Italian Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, Spinel, Gold
2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White...
21st Century and Contemporary American Cluster Rings
Pink Sapphire, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Solitaire Rings
Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wedding Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Tanzanite, Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Tanzanite, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow ...
2010s Israeli Brooches
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Kunzite, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
2010s North American Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Bangles
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Israeli Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Earrings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Stud Earrings
Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, ...
2010s Italian Artisan Stud Earrings
Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k ...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
2010s Russian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
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Violet Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Violet 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.