26 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond
2010s Unknown Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s North American Retro Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Colombian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Blue Topaz, Topaz, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s English Modern Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Emerald
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Emerald
21st Century and Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Portuguese Greek Revival Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Stud Earrings
Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Morganite, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Engagement Rings
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, St...
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Brazilian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Bridal Rings
White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Zambian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century American Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Chain Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Indian Modern Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 1890s Russian Victorian Link Bracelets
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Silver, 14k Gold, Gold
2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Revival Bangles
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
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26 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 26 Carat Emerald Cut 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.