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9.55 Carat Afghan Tourmaline and Bullet Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Rainforest Elegance: The Afghan Tourmaline and Bullet Diamond Ring This stunning ring showcases a
Category

2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stephen Webster Crystal Haze Bullet Diamonds Yellow Gold Ring
By Stephen Webster
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Yellow Gold with diamond accents and a center stone of faceted quartz with a mother-of-pearl base. A
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Bullet Diamond and Emerald Art Deco Style Drop Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
These Art Deco inspired drop earrings features 0.96 carats of total diamonds and 3.75 emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.72 Carat Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By David Gross Group
Located in New York, NY
3.72 carat emerald cut blue sapphire with straight bullet diamonds .52 carats set in a platinum
Category

2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

2.25 Carat Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring
By David Gross Group
Located in New York, NY
2.25 carat emerald cut (natural no heat) blue sapphire with trapezoid and tapered bullet diamonds
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

2.25 Carat Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring
By David Gross Group
Located in New York, NY
2.25 carat emerald cut (natural no heat) blue sapphire with trapezoid and tapered bullet diamonds
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum

AGL Certified 3.00 Carat Fancy Green SI Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
Surrounding Stones: Diamonds 1) White Bullet Diamonds Carat weight: 0.22 ct (02 pcs) Color: F Clarity
Category

2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Platinum Diamond and Emerald Wide Estate Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
/Bullet Diamonds ~2.60ct, GHI/VS-SI Round Diamonds ~14.50ct, GHI/VS-SI 7.25" 36.46 DWT
Category

20th Century Unknown Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.33 Carat Fancy Light Yellow VS1 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
Clarity: VS1 Surrounding Stones: Diamonds 1) Side Bullet Diamonds Carat weight: 0.25 ct (02 pcs
Category

2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Certified 3.69 Carat Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Engagement ring in platinum
Located in NEW YORK, NY
of brilliant cut diamonds and two brilliant bullet diamonds on either side. The piece is finished
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

AGL Certified 2.00 Carat Fancy Pink VS Clarity Diamond Earrings
Located in บางรัก, TH
) Color: F Clarity: VS1/VS2 Cut: Pear 3) Side Bullet Diamonds Carat weight: 0.21 ct (02 pcs
Category

2010s Asian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

AGL Certified 2.00 Carat Fancy Blue VS Clarity Diamond Earrings
Located in บางรัก, TH
) Color: F Clarity: VS1/VS2 Cut: Pear 3) Side Bullet Diamonds Carat weight: 0.32 ct (02 pcs
Category

2010s Asian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

37.40 Carat Bullets And Cadillac Step Graduating Diamond Gold Necklace
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Very Stunning & Unusual Graduating Necklace The necklace is made from bullets & Cadillac step cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Emilio Jewelry 3.60 Carat Diamond Kite Earring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
features kite shape diamonds ranging from .25 carats colors d-g, and .50 carat d color si1 bullets
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Carat Yellow Gold and Mandarin Diamond Bullet Cufflinks
By Esther Eyre
Located in London, GB
Stunning 18 carat yellow gold bullet cufflinks in mandarin coloured diamonds. Esther Eyre has
Category

2010s British Baroque Revival Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 4.20 CTW Bullet Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Vintage Bombé Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a sapphire bullet cabochon weighing 3.30 carats total - transparent medium blue Bezel set
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Sybarite Bullets Earrings
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
exquisite pieces, including this, Bullets earrings.  Achieving a harmonious balance between elegance and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

6.38ct Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, I Color, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
the center diamond, the ring’s shoulders are adorned with precisely cut tapered bullet diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Sybarite Bullets Earrings
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
sharp statement with the Sybarite Bullets earrings, part of the Ballerina & Tin Soldier collection
Category

2010s British Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pendant with Diamonds Bullet in 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Pendant with Diamonds Bullet in 18K White Gold no chain included 16 Diamonds - 1.18 CT 18K White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bullet Tiger's Eye and Diamonds Cufflinks in 18K Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Bullet Tiger's Eye and Diamonds Cufflinks in 18K Gold 53 Round Diamonds - 0.23 2 Tiger's Eye
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Tiger's Eye

Tateossian Bullet Pavé Silver Pin in Black and White Diamonds
By Tateossian
Located in Fulham business exchange, London
cts) pave diamonds, covering the entire surface of the bullet. This glamorous pin is the epitome of
Category

2010s Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Sterling Silver

3.45 Carat Marquis and Bullets Shape Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: 3.45 Carat Marquis Shape H VVS1 and Bullets Shape H VS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tsavorite Garnet Cushion Platinum Ring - Diamond Bullets and Brilliant Accents
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Garnet is flanked by a pair of 0.21-carat D/VS1 diamond bullets that perfectly enhance its brilliance
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Tsavorite, Platinum

Leon Megé Three-Stone Ring with Asscher-Cut Diamond and Diamond Bullets
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
-cut diamond of graceful beauty. 1.83 ct Asscher cut natural diamond Elongated diamond bullets Single
Category

2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18K Rose Gold Pendant with Bullet, Onyx, Diamonds No Chain
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold with Bullet - onyx, diamonds no chain 36 Diamonds - 0.20 CT 1 Onyx - 5.30 CT 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco Three-Stone Diamond and Bullet Cabochon Sapphire Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A absolutely stunning diamond and sapphire 3-stone ring from the Art Deco (ca1920s) era! Crafted in
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Sugarloaf Bullet Emerald of 29 Carats and Lapis Diamond Ring 18K
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Bullet Emerald. No details have been missed including the underside is set with Diamonds as are the
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Marvelous Green Beryl Platinum Ring with French Cut Diamonds - Engagement Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
by a total of 0.55 carats of meticulously cut French Trapezoid and Bullet diamonds, graded E/VS, this
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Green Beryl, Blue Diamond...

1.59ct Teal Sapphire and Bullet Shape Diamond Engagement Ring 14K White Gold
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 1.59ct Teal Sapphire and Bullet Shape Diamond Engagement Ring 14K White Gold ♥ Ring size: US 7
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Rose Gold Lapis Lazuli & Diamond Huggie Hoop Earrings - 14k Bullet Cab .12ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Rose Gold Stone Information Natural Lapis Lazuli Cut: Bullet Cabochon Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

5.01ct Fancy Brownish Yellow GIA Certified Cushion Diamond Ring with Bullet Dia
Located in New York, NY
white bullet cut diamonds. The center stone is graded Fancy Brownish Yellow in its color and I1 in its
Category

2010s American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond Pave Luxury Rocket Bullet 18 Karat Solid Gold Statement Unique Cufflinks
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Diamond Pave Luxury Rocket Bullet 18 Karat Solid Gold Statement Unique Cufflinks Natural Diamonds
Category

2010s American Modern Cufflinks

Materials

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

Black Diamond Pave Luxury Rocket Bullet 18 Karat Gold Statement Unique Cufflinks
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Black Diamond Pave Luxury Rocket Bullet 18 Karat Gold Statement Unique Cufflinks Natural Fancy
Category

2010s American Modern Cufflinks

Materials

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

Vivid Diamonds 1.89 Carat Diamond and Emerald Snake Ring
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Sensational Vivid Diamonds snake ring crafted in 18 karat white gold, featuring a bullet cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Green Malachite Bullet 18 Karat Rose Gold Circle Drop Chain Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Green Malachite Bullet Gun Earrings (Two matching earrings = 1 pair) 1.50 cts Pave Diamonds This is a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Green Malachite Pave Rocket Bullet Gold South Sea Pearl Chain Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Rocket Bullet 0.20 cts Diamonds South Sea Pearls with Amazing Luster, Color and Shine - White/Cream
Category

2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Malachite, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k...

Diamond Green Malachite Pave Rocket Bullet Gold South Sea Pearl Chain Bracelet
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Rocket Bullet 0.20 cts Diamonds South Sea Pearls with Amazing Lustre, Color and Shine - White/Beige
Category

2010s American Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Malachite, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold,...

Diamond Pave Green Malachite Luxury Rocket Bullet 18 Karat Gold Men Cufflinks
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Diamond Pave Green Malachite Luxury Rocket Bullet 18 Karat Gold Men Cufflinks Natural Black Onyx
Category

2010s American Modern Cufflinks

Materials

Malachite, Tiger's Eye, Onyx, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gol...

Diamond Green Malachite Pave Bullet 18 Karat Rose Gold Circle Drop Chain Earring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Diamond Green Malachite Pave Bullet 18 Karat Rose Gold Circle Drop Chain Earring 18K Rose Gold 0.75
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Pave Luxury Sharp Bullet 18 Karat Solid Gold Statement Unique Cufflinks
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Natural Diamonds 1.30 CTW. Available in 18 karat yellow, rose and white gold alloys. Made to Order
Category

2010s American Modern Cufflinks

Materials

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

Diamond Pave Mother of Pearl Bullet 18 Karat Solid Gold Drop Dangle Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Rose Gold White Mother of Pearl Bullet Gun Earrings 1.50 cts Pave Diamonds This is a combination of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Pave Black Onyx Luxury Rocket Bullet 18 Karat Gold Unique Mens Cufflinks
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Diamond Pave Black Onyx Luxury Rocket Bullet 18 Karat Gold Unique Mens Cufflinks Natural Black
Category

2010s American Modern Cufflinks

Materials

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

Diamond Pave Tiger's Eye Luxury Rocket Bullet 18 Karat Gold Unique Men Cufflinks
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Diamond Pave Tiger's Eye Luxury Rocket Bullet 18 Karat Gold Unique Mens Cufflinks Natural Black
Category

2010s American Modern Cufflinks

Materials

Tiger's Eye, Onyx, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold...

Diamond Pave White Pearl Luxury Rocket Bullet 18 Karat Gold Unique Men Cufflinks
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Diamond Pave White Pearl Luxury Rocket Bullet 18 Karat Gold Unique Men Cufflinks Natural White
Category

2010s American Modern Cufflinks

Materials

Pearl, Tiger's Eye, Onyx, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 1...

Diamond Pave Malachite Bullet Dog Tag 18 Kara Gold Amulet Charm Pendant Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
our expertly carved natural gemstones - and enjoy your luxury diamond crafted creation forever
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tiger's Eye, Malachite, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Pave Onyx Bullet Dog Tag 18 Karat Gold Amulet Charm Pendant Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
our expertly carved natural gemstones - and enjoy your luxury diamond crafted creation forever
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, Tiger's Eye, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Pave Bullet Dog Tag 18 Karat W Solid Gold Amulet Charm Pendant Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
our expertly carved natural gemstones - and enjoy your luxury diamond crafted creation forever
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tiger's Eye, Onyx, Malachite, Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, ...

GIA Certified 1.18 Carat Elongated Antique Cushion and Bullet side stone Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Centered upon a 1.18 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond and flanked by Bullet Shaped Diamonds weighing 0.54
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Please write me a strong description make sure the specs are added in bullet
Located in Holtsville, NY
make a statement. The sapphire is complemented by 40 single-cut diamonds with a total carat weight of
Category

2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified 7.48 Carat No Heat Greenish Blue Step Cut Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 3 Stone Sapphire Ring. The ring is 18K White Gold. There are 1.22 Carats in Diamonds G SI
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Green Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, White G...

Estate Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful sapphire and diamond halo ring! Crafted in platinum, this ring features a central
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Hancocks 2.01carat Rare Vintage Carre Cut Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
simple double bar gallery between shoulders set with three bullet cut diamonds each side forming a
Category

2010s British Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Shaped 2 CTTW Diamond Stud in 18K White Gold Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Diamond Shaped Diamond Stud in 18K White Gold Earrings. Crafted in 18k white gold, with push-back
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Carat White Gold Halo Earrings with Tanzanite & Diamonds
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
brilliant diamonds, enhancing their brilliance and elegance. A timeless and sophisticated pair, perfect for
Category

2010s European Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Earrings Natural 18K Yellow Gold *1 of a Kind*
Located in New York, NY
This fancy yellow antique pair of diamond earrings with six bullet cut yellow diamonds is testament
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Stud Earrings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Diamond Fire Opal 18 Karat Gold Deco Wide Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Shine vividly with this stunning vintage Art Deco Design Diamond Fire Opal 18K Gold Deco Wide
Category

Vintage 1960s American Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Coral Gemstone Dangle Earrings Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Handmade Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 3.66 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.58 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Coral Wt
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Coral Gemstone Dangle Earrings Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Handmade Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.58 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Coral Wt. :- 8.96
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

3 Ruby Oval Cabs 14 Kt Yellow Gold Diamonds Genuine Turquoise Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
set together in 14 Kt yellow gold with 2 small diamonds in the center, at the bottom 2 Genuine
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Bullet Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the bullet diamond you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 15 vintage or 29 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect bullet diamond among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic bullet diamond over the years, but those made by Hancocks, Kent Raible and Tutti Frutti Jewellery are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Today, if you’re looking for a bullet cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and cushion cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a bullet diamond, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Bullet Diamond?

The price for a bullet diamond starts at $650 and tops out at $135,979,328 with these rings, on average, selling for $7,425.

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.