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20 Ct Fine Emerald Cabochon & 4 Ct Rose Cut Diamond 18 Kt White Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
20 Ct Fine Emerald Cabochon & 4 Ct Rose Cut Diamond 18 Kt White Gold Earrings Emerald Diamond
Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Platinum Diamond Emerald Cut Eternity Band 8.05 Ct
Located in MIAMI, FL
diamonds 20 in total. The ring displays a 8.05 tcw. Each diamond in this ring weigh approximately 0.40 ct
Category

2010s American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Estate 1.21 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond G VVS1 Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Metal: 18 Kt white gold Hallmarks: assay Gems: 1 emerald cut diamond of 1.21 Ct (7.54 mm. x 5.75 mm. – G
Category

Late 20th Century European Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Ct 20, 44 of Diamonds and Zambia Emerald on Necklace
Located in Massafra, IT
natural Zambia emerald ct 6,94 and 20 pieces of natural marquise and pear cut diamonds ct 2,83 and 149
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond

Ct 20, 44 of Diamonds and Zambia Emerald on Necklace
Located in Massafra, IT
natural Zambia emerald ct 6,94 and 20 pieces of natural marquise and pear cut diamonds ct 2,83 and 149
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond

35 Ct Oval Shape Natural Zambian Emerald & 20 Carat Diamond Necklace , 17 Inch
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 35 Ct Oval Shape Natural Emerald and Approximately 20 Carats Diamond Necklace and
Category

2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

5.93 ct Bezel Set Emerald Cut Eternity Ring
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
Discover this beautiful ring, featuring approximately 5.93 ct of emerald-cut diamonds with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Amazing Ct 20 of Zambia emeralds and diamonds on earrings
Located in Massafra, IT
Very big stones on this beautiful earrings in 18k gold with cabochon cut Zambia emeralds ct 20 and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Emerald Cut Diamond Baguette Burst 0.48 Ct 14 K Gold Pendant Necklace
By Corielle
Located in New Hope, PA
Emerald cut Natural Black Diamond 16-18-20" 1.5mm Chain - keyhole, lumina, or cable
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold

Emerald Cut Diamond Baguette Burst 2.14 Ct 14 K Gold Pendant Necklace
By Corielle
Located in New Hope, PA
design features a refined emerald-cut genuine diamond center stone surrounded by a radiant burst of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Certified 6.81 Ct Colombian Emerald 1.60 Ct Diamond Trilogy ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Certified emerald cut natural Colombian emerald of 6.81 Ct (10.93 mm. x 10.63 mm. – 2 trillion cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Art Deco 2.10 Ct Colombian Emerald 1.80 Ct Diamond 18 KT Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
emerald cut natural Colombian emerald of approx 2.10 Ct (8.35 mm. x 7.17 mm.) – 20 brilliant cut diamonds
Category

Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

NO RESERVE! 1.04Ct Tanzanite & 0.20 Ct Diamonds 14 kt. White gold - Earrings
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Indications of heating Side Stone: ___________ Natural Diamonds Cut: Round Brilliant Carat: 0.20 cttw Color
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rich Green Natural Emerald Ring Loose Gemstone 1.35 Ct Octagon Emerald Cut-Jewel
Located in Peshawar, PK
Rich Green Natural Emerald Loose Gemstone for or any other Jewelry Setting-Octagon Emerald Cut from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

Retro 7.40 Ct Diamond Ruby Emerald 18 Kt Dragonfly Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
diamonds totalling approx 2.50 Ct (H-VS/SI) – 5 round and 2 pear faceted cut natural rubies totalling
Category

Vintage 1940s European Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

Ruby Diamond Ring 900 Platinum 1.16 0.10 ct in interesting Emerald Cut magnifice
Located in Viena, Viena
beautifully crafted with 3 fine red-pink rubies in emerald cut total approx. 1.16 ct, translucent, brilliance
Category

2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

8.95 ct Emeralds Pear - Oval 3.53 ct White Diamonds Bracelet 18kt White Gold
Located in Bergamo, BG
: Precious Stones: Emeralds (8.95 ct) and White Diamonds (3.53 ct) Metal: 18kt White Gold Weight: 20 gr
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bracelets

Materials

Emerald, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ruby 1.29 Ct Cluster Pendant 18 Kt White Gold Round Brilliant 0.60 Carat Diamond
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
brilliant cut white stunning diamonds weighing a total of 0.60 carat color G/H clarity SI, the ruby weighs
Category

2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphir...

Natural 3 ct Emerald and 3.67ct Diamond 18K White Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Goettingen, DE
Natural 3 ct Emerald and 3.67ct Diamond 18K White Gold Tennis Bracelet Classic, flowing emerald
Category

Mid-20th Century German Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold

4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
. The ring weighs 5.5 grams, size 6.75, there are 20 Natural Emerald Cut Diamonds weighing approximately
Category

2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Natural 8 Carat Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald & Diamond Ring in Platinum, Estate
Located in New York, NY
Natural 8 Carat Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald & Diamond Ring in Platinum, Estate A classic design
Category

2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

19.20 Carats Zambian Emerald 4.40 Ct's Diamonds Art Deco Style Solitaire Ring
Located in Istanbul, Fatih
surrounded with total of 4.40 Carats 20 pieces of Old Cut Diamonds. Stone : 19.20 Ct's Natural Zambian
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

4.38 ct Natural Emerald and Diamond Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
US 14Kt gold: 6.15 grams Emerald: 4.38 cts, 10x10 mm round Diamonds: 20 baguettes, 0.28 ct
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold

0.31 Ct Baguette Emerald 18K Gold with Genuine Diamonds Engagement Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
:- 3.10mm - Diamond Cut:- Round - Total CTW :- 0.31 ct - Total CTW Gemstone :- 0.26 ct - Number of Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Platinum Cocktail ring 3, 38 cts certified Emerald Colombia 3, 20 Cts Diamonds
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
certified emerald from Colombia, surrounded by 32 "old cut" diamonds, totaling 3.20 ct. its total weight is
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

18K Yellow Gold Tutti Frutti Pendant with 4.9 ct Emerald Ruby Sapphire & Diamond
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
> Stone pcs - 20 > Diamond Weight - 0.52 ct > Diamond pcs - 5 > Gross Weight - 5.232 Grm > Setting - Prong
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.8 Carat Oval Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
: Green Cut: Oval Origin: Colombia Side Stone Details: Total Diamonds: 20 Round Diamonds, 22 Baguette
Category

1990s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

0.60 Ct. Emerald Diamond Halo Antique Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
brilliant cut diamonds surround the central emerald, with a superb sparkle. Crafted in 18k white gold, this
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Ring with emerald, sapphire, ruby and brilliant cut diamond 18k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolour gold ring with emerald, sapphire, ruby ​​and brilliant cut diamond up to 0.15 ct - F/G
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Emerald Cut Diamond Full Eternity Ring in Platinum, Size 6
By Unbranded
Located in Miami, FL
: Unbranded Style: Full Eternity Ring Stones: 20 Emerald Cut Diamonds Total Carat Weight: Approx. 3.7 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18kt Solid White Gold Diamond and 31.52 ct Drop Emerald Dangle Earrings
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
31.52 carats of drop cut emerald dangling in the end with diamonds making a stud for earlobe and in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

GIA Certified 1 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond 18k White Gold Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
an exquisite symbol of love and commitment: the 1.05 ct total weight Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Astounding 14K White Gold 29.56 ct Emerald and Diamond Earrings with Pearl
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald, Pearl and Diamond Dangle Earrings to make a statement with your look. These earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Gold 0.26 Ct Diamond Scorpio Zodiac bracelet with Ruby Emerald sapphire
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
yourself. This star sign Bracelet, which features 20 pieces of 0.143 ct diamonds set in Pave settings with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18...

18K Gold 0.26 Ct Diamond Scorpio Zodiac bracelet with Ruby Emerald sapphire
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
yourself. This star sign Bracelet, which features 20 pieces of 0.143 ct diamonds set in Pave settings with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18...

GIA White Diamond Emerald Cut Eternity Band Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 6.00 ct. GHI VVS-VS white diamond emerald cuts. Total of 20 stones. Handmade in 18k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold

2.10 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond 3-Stone Platinum Ring with GIA Certified
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Cutting Style: EMERALD CUT Measurements: 8.16 x 6.19 x 3.72 mm Weight: 1.70 ct Proportions Depth: 60.1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond and 3.85 ct Emerald Linked Ring Dangle Earrings in 14K Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Rings Dangling Earrings in 14K Gold with Diamonds is beautifully handcrafted with love just
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold-filled

Antique Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring. This gorgeous
Category

Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

2 Carat Natural Cushion Cut Emerald & Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring 2 Carat Natural Cushion Cut Emerald & Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Category

2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 50.00 Ct Natural untreated Sapphire Diamond Rare Bracelet
Located in Napoli, IT
middle estimate 5.40 Ct , going slightly down to the smallest Each Emerald cut sapphire is inter spaced
Category

Vintage 1910s European Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver

Tiffany & Co. 4 Carat Emerald Cut Engagement ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
grams and is a size 6. The center stone is a natural emerald cut diamond weighing 4.02 ct, with an F
Category

2010s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vera Wang Love Collection Ladies 14K White Gold Emerald-Cut Diamond Double Frame
By Vera Wang
Located in Houston, TX
) emerald cut natural diamond: Measurements: 6.73mm x 4.20mm x ~2.73mm in depth. Carat Weight: 0.75
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.22 Ct. Diamond and Emerald Step Shoulder Art Deco Style Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
radiant cut diamond, held aloft by steps French cut emeralds, approx. total weight of 1.34 carat and four
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

3.8 Carat Pear Emerald Brilliant Cut Diamond Dangle Earrings 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Solid White Gold Wt. :- 4.33 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 3.84 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.8 Carat Pear Emerald Brilliant Cut Diamond Dangle Earrings 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
gm 14k Solid White Gold Wt. :- 3.55 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 3.84 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

7.05 Carat Round & Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
18k Solid White Gold Wet. :- 5.59 gm Natural Diamond Wet. :- 7.05 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18kt Gold Emerald Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
, Ca.1,2 Ct Each Diamonds: 20 brilliant cut diamonds, Ca. 1 Ct Material: 18 kt yellow gold Total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Estate Natural Emerald Carved Crowned Jesus Diamond
Located in Napoli, IT
17 x 12 mm. – 7 brilliant cut diamonds totalling approx .20 Ct Measures: 25 x 13 mm. (h. x w
Category

Mid-20th Century European Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Natural 0.81 Carat SI/H Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Wt. :- 3.94 gm 14k White Gold Wt. :- 3.78 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.81 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Natural 0.81 Carat SI/H Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 4.77 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 4.61 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.81 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.31 Ct Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Crescent Moon Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
/ White Gold (WRITE A MESSAGE FOR YOUR REQUIRED GOLD COLOR) - Diamond Cut :- Round - Total Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

0.31 Ct Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Crescent Moon Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
/ White Gold (WRITE A MESSAGE FOR YOUR REQUIRED GOLD COLOR) - Diamond Cut :- Round - Total Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Estate Coral Putti Diamond Emerald Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
all together Approx .60 Ct of G VVS Diamonds and .70 CT of Natural Colombia Emeralds Coral is 16 mm. X
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

8 Ct. Aquamarine Emerald Art Deco Style Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
aquamarine is then surrounded by a target of French cut vibrant green emeralds and glittering diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Conversion Earrings
Located in Hummelstown, PA
total carats, two mine-cut diamonds estimated .20 ct each I1 and SI2 clarity with I-J range in color
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Platinum

Ring with Carved Emerald and Diamonds in 950 Platinum
Located in Lucerne, CH
emerald, carved, 40.00 ct. DIA : 20 mixed, G-H / vs-si, 2.00 ct. Size: 55 EU / 7.25 US Weight: 20.83 gr
Category

20th Century European Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Edwardian Diamond Emerald Platinum rare Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
cut Diamonds adding .75 Ct of more content for the finest dazzling effect – Emeralds are estimated
Category

Antique Early 1900s North American Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco Colombian Emerald Diamond Bow Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
natural emerald of approx .70 Ct (4.69 mm. by side) – 26 rose cut diamonds totalling approx 1.04 Ct (by
Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

3.16 Carat Emerald Diamond 10 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
White Gold Weight :- 3.212 gm Diamond Weight :- 0.43 ct. Emerald Weight :- 3.16 ct. Earrings Size :- 20
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold

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20 Ct Emerald Cut Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of 20 ct emerald cut diamonds for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 22 vintage editions and 4 modern creations to choose from as well. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of 20 ct emerald cut diamonds to choose from, but Art Deco and Contemporary 20 ct emerald cut diamonds are of considerable interest. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Cartier, Cellini and Fine Jewels UK are consistently popular. A selection of emerald cut, brilliant cut and asscher cut can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of 20 ct emerald cut diamonds, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are 20 Ct Emerald Cut Diamonds?

On average, 20 ct emerald cut diamonds at 1stDibs sell for $42,500, while they’re typically $2,495 on the low end and $4,450,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.