Violet Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
2010s Israeli Stud Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Israeli Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Iolite, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Israeli Dome Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings
Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Retro Lever-Back Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Brooches
Early 2000s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Jade, Rose Gold
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches
White Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Bangles
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches
Diamond, Topaz, Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, Gold
Vintage 1950s American Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Dia...
Vintage 1920s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold
2010s American Artist Drop Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Mixed Met...
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s French Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Tourmaline, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Unknown Art Deco Stud Earrings
Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Chinese Fashion Rings
Amethyst, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Unknown Art Deco Stud Earrings
Sapphire, Amethyst, Purple Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Victorian Brooches
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Base Metal
2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Tanzanite, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Belgian Artist Fashion Rings
Alexandrite, Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Blue Sap...
20th Century Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century North American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century American Charm Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel
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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.