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What is the difference between a black diamond and a black sapphire?

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What is the difference between a black diamond and a black sapphire?
The difference between a black diamond and a black sapphire is that the two are different gemstones. A black diamond consists of carbon converted to a crystalline solid through changes driven by pressure and temperature. A black sapphire is a type of corundum, an aluminum oxide mineral. Generally, black diamonds are harder, rarer and more expensive than black sapphires. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of black diamond and sapphire jewelry.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
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Darling Dragon Spirit: Black Diamond & Pink Baroque Pearl 18K White Gold Pendant
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Dive into the mystical realm of ethereal charm with the captivating Darling Dragon Spirit: Black Diamond & Pink Baroque Pearl 18K White Gold Pendant. Crafted from a luminous freshwat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Darling Phantom: Black Diamond Baroque Pearl Ghost Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Unveil the enchanting Darling Phantom: a whimsical marvel featuring a Black Diamond accented Baroque Pearl set in 18K White Gold, evoking the spirit of a friendly ghost. This adorabl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Black Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Black Diamond White Diamond Star Ball Necklace Black Enamel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond White Diamond Star Ball Chain Necklace Black Enamel Material 14k Gold plate Gems: White Diamond and Black Diamond Enamel Length: Long 28" Designer: J DAUPHIN Whit...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel

Rossella Ugolini 18k Yellow Gold 14.3 Carat Black Diamonds Lariat-Style Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini 18k Yellow Gold 14.3 Carat Black Diamonds Lariat-Style Beaded Necklace made in Italy. The entire lariat-style necklace is handcrafted with 134 black diamond beads ch...
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2010s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Black Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

2.84 Carat Pear Cut Black Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Black Diamond ring that can transform into an Engagement ring. There is a 2.37 Carat Pear Cut Black Diamond in the center on the ring which is surrounded by a Halo of 34 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

18Kt gold chick pendant with South Sea pearl and diamonds
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
The chick expresses sweetness and tenderness, suitable for a gift for a woman, mother, girl and child. I made this pendant with an Australian gold pearl, which is very beautiful and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Necklace Enhancers

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Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18...

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