Violet Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Israeli Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Asian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Brooches
White Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s British More Rings
White Diamond, Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Brooches
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Brooches
White Diamond, Yellow Gold
1990s Unknown Drop Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k G...
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Brown Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold,...
2010s Israeli Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, Yellow Gold
2010s British More Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Israeli Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s European Victorian Wedding Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Spinel, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s British More Bracelets
Yellow Gold
2010s British More Bracelets
Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Art Deco Cuff Bracelets
Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, ...
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Artisan Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold
2010s British More Rings
Multi-gemstone, Rose Gold
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Unknown Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
2010s Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Stud Earrings
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Sri Lankan Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
20th Century Georgian More Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Stud Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bangles
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Stud Earrings
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
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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.