Pear Rose Cut Salt-and-Pepper Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Ring, 1.74 Carat
By Ursula Rickmers
Located in Miramar, FL
This 1.74-carat pear-shaped salt-and-pepper diamond has a rose cut faceting, its flat base and domed top allowing you to look directly into the stone.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Malakov 0.67 Carat Pear Shape Rose Cut Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stunning pendant necklace, featuring a 0.67 carat pear shape with a rose cut diamond, set on four rounded prongs.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Cert. 3 Ct. Fancy Yellow Pear Shape Rose-Cut Diamond Pink, Blue Diamond Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
At the centre lies a 3 carat GIA-certified fancy yellow pear-shaped rose-cut diamond, embraced by a rich composition of fancy pink brilliant-cut and rose-cut diamonds that create dep...
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold...
Edwardian Style 7.11 ct Pear-Cut Morganite & Diamond Halo Ring in 18K Rose Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Edwardian Style 7.11 ct Pear-Cut Morganite & Diamond Halo Ring in 18K Rose Gold An enchanting fusion of delicate hues and refined design, this magnificent 18-karat gold ring cel...
Morganite, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
3.51ct Pear Cut Pink Morganite Engagement Ring in 14K Rose Gold
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.51 Carat Pear Cut Pink Morganite Diamond Rose Gold Engagement Ring This gorgeous and classy Morganite and Diamond Ring has a 2.94 Carat Pear Cut Pink Morganite and has 2 Baguette ...
Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
10K Rose Gold 3/8 Cttw Round-Cut Diamond Pear Promise Ring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the eternal beauty of this exquisite 10K Rose Gold Promise Ring. Crafted with utmost precision, its delicate design gracefully adorns your finger, captivating all who lay ...
White Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Roman Malakov 1.87 Carats Total Pear Shape Rose Cut Diamond Dangle Earrings
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of dangle earrings, featuring pear-shaped rose cut diamonds, each set in a three-prong setting.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov 1.12 Carats Pear & Round Shape Rose Cut Diamond Dangle Earrings
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stunning pair of dangle earrings, featuring pear and round shapes with rose cut diamonds. Surrounded by a halo of smaller round cut diamonds and accented by a diamond encrusted upp...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
5mm Round Cut Natural Blue Sapphire Pear Diamond Cluster Ring Solid Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Perfect for collectors and lovers of elegant gemstone jewelry, this natural sapphire and diamond ring is designed for lasting beauty and everyday sophistication. 5mm Round Natural B...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Rose Gold
Vera Belleza's Floating Pear shaped rose cut diamonds in 18k gold chain Bracelet
By Vera Belleza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exude timeless elegance with Vera Belleza's exquisitely crafted bracelet featuring pear-shaped rose-cut diamonds set in radiant 18k gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Pear Shaped Rose Cut Diamond Ring Made In 14k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14k:2.90g,D:2.45ct
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1CT Pear Cut GH-I1 Natural Diamond Halo Engagement Ring for Women 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pear Cut 1 CT GH-I1 Natural Diamond Halo Engagement Ring for Women 14K Gold Specification: Brand: Aamiaa Metal Purity: 14K Design: Halo Carat Weight:1CT Diamond Color: GH-Color ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$24,000Sale Price|20% Off
Certified Cocktail Ring with Pear Natural Fancy Color Rose-Cut Diamonds 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This Certified Cocktail ring is an ode to exquisite craftsmanship, featuring pear-shaped Natural Fancy-Color rose-cut diamonds that shimmer with soft, romantic hues.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold
$17,000Sale Price|20% Off
Certified Cocktail Ring with Pear Natural Fancy Color Rose-Cut Diamonds 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This captivating certified cocktail ring showcases an exquisite arrangement of pear-shaped natural fancy color rose-cut diamonds, beautifully set in 18K gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Half-Hoop Dangle Earrings 22k Rose Cut Pear 5.32ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 22k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Emeralds Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): 5.20ctw Cut: Rose cut pear Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .12ctw Cut: Bead Color: F - G C...
Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.89 Carat Fancy Dark Gray Pear Shape Rose Cut Diamond Ring GIA Certified
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Fancy dark gray pear shape rose cut diamond and blue sapphire engagement ring hand crafted in 18 k gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold
RUCHI Rose-Cut Diamond and Pear-Shape Ruby White Gold Dangle Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Rose-Cut Diamond: 13.89 Cts Ruby: 6.95 Cts All Diamonds are G - H / SI
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov, Rose Cut Pear Shape Diamond Double Halo Drop Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a single 0.40 carat rose cut diamond surrounded by two rows of round diamonds in an open-work design. Suspended on 3 round diamonds, bezel set in 18 karat white gold. Atta...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.70 Carat Rose Cut Pear Shape Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
A unique pair of rose cut diamond drop earrings features two big pear shape rose cut diamonds with G-H color with VS clarity set in the center of diamond studded pear shape frame whi...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$822Sale Price / item|20% Off
14k Gold Diamond Ring Pear Cut Diamond Ring Baguette Diamond Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
DON'T HESITATE TO ASK FOR ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS ON TOP OF THE CURRENT DISCOUNT *** Details *** - Gold :- 14k Solid Gold - Gold Color :- Rose Gold / Yellow Gold / White Gold (WRITE A ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$883Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Gold Diamond Ring Pear Cut Diamond Ring Baguette Diamond Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
DON'T HESITATE TO ASK FOR ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS ON TOP OF THE CURRENT DISCOUNT *** Details *** - Gold:- 18k Solid Gold - Gold Color :- Rose Gold / Yellow Gold / White Gold (WRITE A M...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Raised Triple Rose Cut Pear Shape Diamond Ring with Ceramic Inlay Pattern
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:7.26g, Diamond:0.78ct
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
6 Carat Engagement Ring. Rose Cut Diamond Accent Platinum Ring K VS1 Pear Shape
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 6-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Rose Cut Primary Stone Color: K Color Primary Stone Clarity: VS1 Clarity Jewelry Type: Engagement Je...
Diamond, Platinum
Nari Fine Jewels 0.5 ct Pear Shaped Rose Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring 14K Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
This lovely classic with modern flare ring features a champagne colored, rose-cut pear-shaped diamond. The one of a kind diamond is set in full bezel and finished in matte satin text...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
12.70 Carat Oval Tanzanite and Rose Cut Diamond Gold Earrings
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Custom One of a Kind Earrings The earrings 18K White Gold There are 3.87 Carats in Rose Cut Pear Shaped Diamonds F VS The center stones are Tanzanite totaling 12.70 Carats The earrin...
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
ALGT Certified 18 kt Gold 3.21 Ct Pear Rose Cut Fine Color Ruby & Diamond Ring
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent ALGT Certified 18kt Gold 3.21 Ct Pear Rose Cut Fine Colour Ruby & Diamond Ring Ruby: Pear shape, Rose cut Intense purplish red Ruby 3.21ct Diamond: 3 Rows of Brilliant ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18K Rose Gold Drop Earrings with Old-Cut Diamonds (1.50 ct total) & Pear
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Elegant late-19th / early-20th century inspired drop earrings crafted in 18K rose gold (marked 750). Each earring features a delicate pearl at the top with two graduated old-cut diam...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
0.63 Cts F/VS1 Marquise Pear Cut Natural Diamonds Anniversary Ring 14K Rose Gold
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Diamonds eloquently express your pure love. Delight her with the elegance of this exquisite 0.63 carat diamond anniversary ring crafted in lustrous pure gold. Specifications : Diam...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Certified 4.01Cts Lavender Jade & Rose Cut Pear Shaped Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The ring is set in 18k white gold and diamonds. There are 2 new rose cut pear shaped diamonds that are on each side of the jade (4.01 cts) center stone.
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rose Cut Diamond Earrings, 19.24 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
Each earring displays a spectacular rose cut pear shaped diamond, totaling 10.01 carats for the pair.
Diamond, 18k Gold
0.79 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Pear Drop Earrings 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Their sophisticated, tailored format offers a highly versatile luxury statement, transitioning perfectly from sharp corporate uniform dressing to high-end cocktail events and modern ...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Big Double Face Pink Opal Diamonds Drop with Pear Cut Diamonds Evening Earrings
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Big Double Face Pink Opal and Diamonds Drop with Pear Cut Diamonds Evening Earrings. Exceptional Reversible Earrings with a Unique Spring Handmade Mechanism to wear Diamonds or Pink ...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2.85 ct Rose Cut Diamond Necklace
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
Measuring 16 and 18 inches in length, the necklace is adjustable, and it drapes elegantly along the neckline, making it an ideal statement piece for any discerning collection. -Diam...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rose Gold Pear Pink Tourmaline and Heart Morganite Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
With this exquisite semi-precious rose gold pear pink tourmaline and heart morganite diamond ring, style and glamour are in the spotlight. This 14-karat ring is made from 3.4 grams o...
Diamond, Morganite, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1.90 Carat White Pear Cut Diamonds Eternity Band 18 Karat Rose Gold
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
A classic FERRUCCI 1.90 carats of bright white diamonds G color, VS clarity, set to perfection in a hand crafted 18k Rose gold eternity band, 5 mm wide, stackable collection, made in...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
$44,000Sale Price|20% Off
18k White Gold Pear-Shaped Rose Cut Ruby Cts 107.34 Diamond Earrings w/ GIA Cert
Located in Hong Kong, HK
At the apex, two oval diamonds totaling 1.10 cts illuminate the earlobe with their radiant brilliance, leading the eye down to the focal point: two pearl-shaped rubies weighing an as...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Rose Gold 0.43 Carat Diamond Pear Shape Hoop Earrings
Located in Great neck, NY
Set your lobes aglow in the classic shimmer and shine of these luxurious pear shape skinny hoop earrings! A dazzling array of diamonds fire up and down the design crafted from 14k wh...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Open Circle 18K Yellow Gold Pear Cut Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant and eye-catching, these Open Circle Stud Earrings are crafted in rich 18K yellow gold and adorned with a stunning array of pear-cut diamonds. Each earring features a perfectl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Pear Shaped Rose Cut Diamonds & Pink Sapphire Floral Ring Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:2.261g, Diamond:0.82ct, Sapphire:0.17ct,
Sapphire, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Details Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Primary Diamond: Rose Cut Diamond Diamond Shape: Pear Rose Cut Primary Diamond Weight: 1.10 Carats Accent Diamonds: Rose Cut Diamonds Total Accent D...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Rose Gold 0.37 Carat Diamond Pear Shape Hoop Earrings
Located in Great neck, NY
Set your lobes aglow in the classic shimmer and shine of these luxurious pear shape skinny hoop earrings! A dazzling array of diamonds fire up and down the design crafted from 14k wh...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Pear Shaped Ice Diamond Ring Made In 18k Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18k:10.36g,D:5.67Ct Size: 22X16X26MM
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$1,080Sale Price / item|20% Off
Round Brilliant Cut Blue Sapphire and Pear Shape Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Product Specifications: - 5mm natural high quality Blue Sapphire at the center - 4 Round Brilliant cut Diamonds, total carat around 0.12ct - 2 Pear cut Diamonds, total carat around ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$868Sale Price / item|24% Off
Pear and round diamond cut moissanite open ended 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Pear and round diamond cut moissanite open ended 14k gold ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose-Cut Diamond Cuff Bracelet in 14 Karat Rose Gold 0.50ct
Located in London, England
Set on one end with a circular terminal pave-set throughout with single-cut diamonds, and on the opposite end a cluster composed of a claw-set pear-shaped rose-cut diamond surrounded...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Platinum and Rose and Yellow Gold Ring with Pear Shape Diamonds
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Platinum and rose and yellow gold ring featuring (radc 977) 4.03ct fancy light yellow vs1 center diamond with double row halos setting with white diamonds f-g color vs1-vs2 clarit...
Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Rose Gold 0.66 Carat Diamond Pear Shape Hoop Earrings
Located in Great neck, NY
Set your lobes aglow in the classic shimmer and shine of these luxurious pear shape skinny hoop earrings! A dazzling array of diamonds fire up and down the design crafted from 14k wh...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Evil Eye Diamond Ring 18KT Rose Gold Pear Shape Diamond Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Wonderful evil eye diamond ring in 18KT rose gold, well crafted diamond ring with VS-SI clarity diamonds and G color totalling 0.70 carats. Ring is a size 7 and can be re-sized. It w...
Diamond
$8,400Sale Price|20% Off
Rose Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Rose Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring. The ring weighs 3.6 grams, size 7, the center stone is a Natural Oval Brilliant Cut diamond weighing 0.71 ct, G-H in col...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Enlightenment Baguette & Rose Cut Diamond Ear Climbers Platinum
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
The Valley of Reflection Ear Climbers is a pair of captivating drop earrings, wherein baguette diamonds gently descend from top to bottom, and three pear-shaped rose-cut diamonds on ...
Diamond, Platinum
Chaumet Joséphine Aigrette V‑Shape Pear‑Cut Diamond Ring, 18K Rose‑Gold
By Chaumet
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Ring size 50, main diamond 0.51‑carat, F‑color, VS1‑clarity. Updated hallmark engraving. Comes with original box.
14K .57ct Rose Cut Champagne Diamond Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K yellow gold ring featuring a bezel set rose cut pear shape diamond. The diamond has light champagne color and measures about 6.5mm x 4.3mm.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$13,400Sale Price|63% Off
NALLY Black Rose Cut Diamond Pendant Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Top is 2 pear shape black rose cut diamonds(7.25 carats) surrounded with white diamonds, hanging 3 bezel style set diamonds connected to a larger rose cut black diamonds (35.07 carat...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 1880s Rose Cut Diamond Heart Gold Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique rose cut diamond heart pendant with an estimate diamond weight of 3.5 carats back foiled technique centered with a pear shape rose cut diamond decorted with a lotus flower on...
Diamond
$1,749Sale Price / item|30% Off
PANIM Mille Etoiles 9 Pear Diamond Rosecut 18K Rose Gold Necklace
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
PANIM Mille Etoiles 9 Pear Diamond Rosecut 18K Rose Gold Necklace This necklace features 9 Pear Shaped white diamond Rose cut spaced evenly apart from each other.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1880s Rose Cut Diamond Russian Gold Brooch
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 14k gold Russian rose cut diamond brooch in crescent design centered with pear shape rose cut diamond made in st Petersburg 1880.c unfoiled back in 14k gold setting and 4.5cm...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Pear Cut Natural Diamond Solitaire Halo Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
★ MATERIALS ★ Stone: Natural Diamond Shape: Pear Carat: 2.00 ct Clarity: SI Color: JK Stone: Natural Diamond Shape: Round Carat: 0.77 ct Clarity: SI Color: FGH ★ T...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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.