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Cat's Eye & Diamond Surrounded By Brush Finish 18k Gold Ring
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Cyclone Cat's Eye & Diamond Surrounded By Brush Finish 18k Gold Ring Cats Eye - 5.14 CTS Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cat’s Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cyclone Cat's Eye & Diamond Surrounded By Brush Finish 18k Gold Ring
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Cyclone Cat's Eye & Diamond Surrounded By Brush Finish 18k Gold Ring Cats Eye - 3.22 CTS Diamond
Category

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

Materials

Cat’s Eye, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Cabochon Chrysoberyl Honey Color Cats Eye Diamond Platinum Ring 4.15 Ct.
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Cats Eye Diamonds: Total weight 0.25 CT. Center stone: Cabochon Natural Honey Chrysoberyl Cats Eye
Category

2010s American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum

9ct Bar Brooch with Chrysoberyl Cats Eye & Diamond Surround in Centre, Circa 1900
Located in London, GB
9ct Bar Brooch With Chrysoberyl Cats Eye & Diamond Surround in Centre,Circa 1900 The brooch is made
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 9k Gold

Rare & Exceptional: Wasslikoff Cat’s Eye & Diamond Platinum Bracelet Circa 1940
Located in Wailea, HI
Rare & Exceptional: Wasslikoff Cat’s Eye & Diamond Platinum Bracelet – Circa 1940 Experience the
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco More Bracelets

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum

Exquisite 11.10 Carat Chrysoberyl Cat’s Eye & Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Wailea, HI
Exquisite 11.10 Carat Chrysoberyl Cat’s Eye & Diamond Ring in 18K Gold Step into the world of
Category

Late 20th Century American More Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 18k Gold

5.42 Carat Cats Eye Diamond Platinum Ring
By EstatebyJR
Located in New York, NY
enchanting allure of a 5.24-carat cat's eye chrysoberyl with the subtle sparkle of 0.30 carats of diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Cats Eye Diamond Bangle in 18k Gold and Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Charismatic and cool,, this Oval shape cabochon Cat's Eye and diamond openable bangle is one of a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Cat’s Eye, 18k Gold, Silver

Orange Sapphire Cat Eye Diamond Gold Alligator Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A spectacular fun and sexy gator ring featuring fancy colored diamonds and orange sapphire set in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Blue Diamond, Sapphire

Solid Platinum 8.69ctw Cabochon Cat's Eye & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Cat's Eye - Almost Round Cabochon Cut - Claw Prong Set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tiger's Eye, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.71 Carat Chrysoberyl Cat’s Eye Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1920's Art Deco 2.71ct Chrysoberyl Cat’s Eye and diamond Platinum engagement ring. The center stone
Category

Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Platinum

Platinum GIA 10.32ctw Cabochon Cat's Eye & Diamond Large Substantial Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Cat's Eye - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Claw Prong Set - Yellowish
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Beryl, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Certified 12.01ct Color Change Green-Brown Cat's Eye Diamond Men's Ring
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
- Green-brown Oval Cabochon-cut Natural Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye 2.4ct - 69 Tapered Baguette Diamond Melee
Category

1990s Hong Kong Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Cat’s Eye, Diamond, Chrysoberyl, Yellow Gold

1.70 Carat Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye Diamond Platinum Art Deco Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1920’s Art Deco diamond and chrysoberyl cat’s eye open work ring. Round chrysoberyl cats eye center
Category

Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum

5.98 Carat Clear Emerald, Cats Eye & Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
High emerald weight 5.98 carat, Cats Eye 2.21 Carat diamonds weight 1.3 carat, this entire ring studded
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Cat’s Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Natural Cat's Eye & Diamond Tennis Bracelet With 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Cat's Eye and Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 19 endlessly sparkling natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Platinum GIA 5.61ctw Cats Eye & Diamond Wavy Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Cat's Eye - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Claw Prong Set - Yellowish
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Beryl, Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 28.30 Carats Chrysoberyl Cabochon Cat's Eye Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stunning cocktail ring, featuring a very large cat's eye chrysoberyl oval cabochon weighing 28.30
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.85 Carat Natural Cabochon Chrysoberyl Cats Eye Diamonds Ring 14 Karat Crescent
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Crescent 1.55ct. Natural Chrysoberyl (Cats Eye) & .30ct. diamonds ring. Round Cabochon
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified .35 Carat Quartz Cats Eye Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Mens Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Quartz cat's eye and diamond men's ring. GIA Certified quartz cats eye center stone with a halo of
Category

Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cabochon Chrysoberyl Cats Eye and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Chrysoberyl Cats Eye & Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold Ring size: 6.75 Re-sizable free of
Category

Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Chrysoberyl, 18k Gold

GIA Natural Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This superb quality GIA Certified Cat's eye & diamond accented is crafted on Platinum.   Centered
Category

Vintage 1960s American Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum

18k White Gold Natural Green Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye Ring with Diamond
Located in Portland, OR
Cat's Eye Diamond Clarity: S1 Diamond Color: G-H Total Diamond Carat Weight: 0.76 ct * TOP QUALITY
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Fashion Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cat’s Eye Tourmaline Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A unique tourmaline with chatoyancy aka cat’s eye effect! The 3.80 carat green tourmaline has an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Cat’s Eye, Platinum

Gem Cat’s Eye Chrysoberyl Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
is a top quality cat’s eye chrysoberyl. It is accented by 2.13 carats of diamonds which halo the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Platinum

Natural Honey Color Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye Ring with Diamonds in Platinum
Located in Kowloon, HK
Cat's Eye & Diamonds ◆WEIGHT OF GEMSTONE (CENTER): 2.03 Cts ◆ COLOR OF GEMSTONE: Yellowish Brown (Honey
Category

2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum

Large Cat’s Eye Quartz Diamond Halo Platinum Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large impressive and rare natural quartz with a fantastic cat’s eye, known as chatoyancy in the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Cat’s Eye, Platinum

Estate Cat’s Eye Chrysoberyl Diamond Platinum Flower Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A super unique and stylish platinum ring. It features 6 cat’s eye chrysoberyl, each with a strong
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Platinum

Edwardian Platinum Filigree Diamond and Cat’s Eye Moonstone Pin
Located in Lexington, KY
diamonds and an enchanting cat’s eye moonstone center! The pin has a lovely bar pin layout with a diamond
Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Cat’s Eye, Platinum

1.35 Carat Cats Eye and Diamond Cocktail Ring Platinum
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: Platinum Gemstone details: Approx. 1.35ctw Cats Eye cabochon gemstone Diamond details
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Platinum

Vivacious Cats Eye Chrysoberyl Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This brooch features a show-stopping oval cats eye chrysoberyl cabochon, encircled within a sea of
Category

Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Cat’s Eye, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Cat’s Eye Aquamarine Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
cats eye effect. Natural growth tubes in the stone run across it horizontally which creates the “cats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Cat’s Eye, Diamond, Aquamarine, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Cats Eye Chrysoberyl Diamond 18k White Gold Brooch-Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fun and sleek brooch featuring 29 cats eye chrysoberyl weighing a total of 33.78 carats. Each
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Cat’s Eye, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cat's Eye, Emerald & Diamond Surrounded By 18k Gold Ring
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Cat's Eye, Emerald & Diamond Surrounded By 18k Gold Ring Cats Eye - 4.95 CTS Emerald - 0.76 CTS
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Cat’s Eye, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Cat’s Eye Chrysoberyl and Baguette Diamond Ring, 4.61 carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
This handsome ring features a hypnotic oval cut cat’s eye chrysoberyl cabochon of approximately
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Cat’s Eye, White Diamond, Diamond, Chrysoberyl, Platinum

Victorian cat eye and diamond ring in 18k, antique cluster diamond ring
Located in PARIS, FR
Victorian cat eye and diamond ring in 18k gold from the second half of the 19th century, centered
Category

Antique 1880s French Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cat’s Eye, 18k Gold

Vintage High Quality Platinum GIA 4.52ct Round Cat's Eye Pear Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Cat's Eye - Round Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Yellowish
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Platinum

Gold Kittens Brooch with Cat's Eye Stones
Located in Darnestown, MD
are 1" at the widest. The bodies of the felines are cabochon cat's eye stones with diamonds for the
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Cat’s Eye, 14k Gold

Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl, Diamond and Yellow Diamond Earrings in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cat's Eye 3.82 carats with Diamond 0.94 carat and Yellow Diamond 0.60 carat Earrings set in 18
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Cat’s Eye, 18k Gold, White Gold

BUNDA 24.85ct Cat's eye and 1.21cts Diamonds ring in 18k yellow gold
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A BUNDA 'Devo' Quartz and diamond ring in 18ct yellow gold, featuring a cabochon cut Cat's Eye
Category

2010s Australian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Yellow Gold

18k White Gold Cat’s Eye Cts 10.1 Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Nestled horizontally at its heart are three sublime cat's eye gemstones, totaling a mesmerizing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cat’s Eye, 18k Gold, White Gold

Veronique Platinum Ring With 2.57ct Cat’s Eye & 1.07ctw Diamonds, Unique Gemston
Located in Greeneville, TN
The Veronique Ring is an exquisite statement piece, featuring a rare 2.57ct Cat’s Eye gemstone set
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Platinum

14.35 Carat Cat's Eye and Diamond Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Cat's Eye and Diamond bracelet in 18K Gold. It has a perfect oval cut gemstone to make you stand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Cat’s Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cat’s Eye Chrysoberyl Diamond Gold Crucifix Cross Vintage Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely Detailed Cat’s Eye Chrysoberyl and Diamond Gold Cross. Hand set with Cat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Wide Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl and Diamond Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl and Diamond Ring Square shaped in 14K Yellow Gold Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Fashion Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Cat’s Eye, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 3.15ct Natural Cats Eye Ring 14kt 12415
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
3.15ct Natural Cats Eye Ring Report # 5192782824 8.3 x 7.3 x 5.1 mm Yellowish Green Color .40ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cat’s Eye, 14k Gold

GIA Certified 5cts Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye with Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cat's Eye 5.63 carats with Diamond 1.05 carats Ring set in 18K Gold Settings (GIA Certified) Width
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cat’s Eye, 18k Gold

Late Art Deco 0.42 CTW Diamond Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl Platinum Vintage Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a 7.0 mm round cat's eye chrysoberyl cabochon Yellowish green with linear chatoyancy
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Platinum

18K Yellow Gold Cat's Eye Oval Cut Tennis Bracelet with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Car's Eye and Diamond bracelet in 18K Gold. It has a perfect oval cut gemstone to make you stand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Greek Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Cat’s Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

15.70 Carat Chrysoberyl Cats-Eye and Diamond 18k Gold Cocktail Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A very unique 15.70 carat Chrysoberyl Cats-Eye and 0.31 carat Diamond cluster cocktail ring, set in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, White Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ring with Cat's Eye and brilliant cut diamonds 0.09ct 14k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolour gold ring set with tiger eye and brilliant cut diamond up to 0.09ct - F/G - SI - ring
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Gold, 14k Gold

1.39 Carat 'Honey-Color' Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning Ring featuring a 1.39 Carat Natural Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl and 0.78 Carats Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Platinum

Dangle earrings with Cat's Eye and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.40ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold earrings set with Cat's Eye and brilliant cut diamond up to 0.40ct – F/G – VS/SI
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Cat’s Eye, 18k Gold

Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye, Alexandrite Cat's Eye and Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A 1.9 ct Chrysoberyl cat's eye 3-stones ring with Alexandrite cat's eye and diamond. The
Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Chrysoberyl, Alexandrite, White Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold 1.59ctw Cat's Eye Old Mine Cut Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Cat's Eye - Round Cabochon Cut - Multi Prong Set - Transparent
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.04 Carat Green Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye and Diamond Platinum Art Deco Style Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Green Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye and Diamond Platinum Ring. Natural chrysoberyl cat's eye engagement
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Cat’s Eye, Diamond, Platinum

Cats Eye Chrysoberyl Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful ring featuring a fine gem-quality cats eye chrysoberyl weighing 5.34 carats. It has
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum

Earrings with red Cat's eye and brilliant cut diamond up to 0.20ct 18k pink gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k pink gold earrings set with red Cat's eye and brilliant cut diamond up to 0.20ct - F/G - VS/SI
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Gold, 18k Gold

Genuine 2.08 CTW Cat's Eye Ring with Diamonds in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Genuine 2.08 CTW Cat's Eye Ring with Diamonds in 14K Gold featuring natural cats eye of 2.08 carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Cat’s Eye, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Cats Eye and Black Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
and beneath it is a beautiful cats eye gemstone. Condition: Used (Very Good) Total Weight: 2.5 grams
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Cat's Eye Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of cat's eye diamonds for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Find a collection of 147 vintage versions or 105 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. The designs in our inventory of cat's eye diamonds bearing Modern or Contemporary hallmarks are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by LB Exclusive, Oscar Heyman and Malpani Jewels are consistently popular. A selection of cabochon, round cut and oval cut can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of cat's eye diamonds, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Cat's Eye Diamonds?

Prices for cat's eye diamonds start at $455 and top out at $86,250 with these rings, on average, selling for $4,184.

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.  

Questions About Cat's Eye Diamonds
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the cat’s eye chrysoberyl gem is extremely rare. The highly sought after stone is only found in a few deposits in the world. Shop a collection of expertly vetted gems from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, cat's eye is a real stone. Its scientific name is cymophane. Cat's eye is part of the chrysoberyl family of minerals, which also includes alexandrite. The stone is a greenish-yellow color and shows off a luminescent band that resembles the way a cat's eyes shine in the dark. On 1stDibs, find a collection of cat's eye jewelry.