Violet Diamond
Vintage 1950s Austrian Brooches
Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Fashion Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Oceanic Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Modern Bridal Rings
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 1960s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Diamond, Gold,...
Vintage 1930s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Retro Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tanzanite, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Engagement Rings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Belgian Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Pink Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Austrian Modern Brooches
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1940s Portuguese Retro Brooches
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Brooches
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 2000s Fashion Rings
Diamond, Peridot, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platin...
2010s Fashion Rings
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Tanzanite
2010s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Blue Sapphire
20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Spinel, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, ...
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s British Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 15k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Blue Diamond, Yellow Di...
Mid-20th Century American Retro Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
2010s American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wedding Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Modern Cocktail Rings
Chalcedony, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Russian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White 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.