Violet Diamond
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Kunzite, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Amethyst, White Gold, Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Stud Earrings
Amethyst, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Cocktail Rings
Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s American Clip-on Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Modern Wedding Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Gold
2010s French Artisan Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
20th Century Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tanzanite, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Tanzanite, Diamond, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
1990s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tanzanite, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tanzanite, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tanzanite, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Rings
Tanzanite, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Sapphire, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
2010s North American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tanzanite, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tanzanite, Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Tanzanite, Multi-gemstone, Tsavorite, Jade, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Go...
Late 20th Century North American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Wedding Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings
Tanzanite, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings
Tanzanite, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tanzanite, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Link Bracelets
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Turkish Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k 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.