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Creator: Roman Malakov
Gemstone: Diamond
Roman Malakov Alternating Princess Cut & Baguette Diamond Eternity Wedding Band
Located in New York, NY
A chic and sophisticated eternity wedding band design showcasing baguette and princess cut diamonds channel set in a polished platinum composition. Baguette diamonds weigh 1.22 carat...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 3.23 Carats Oval Cut Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic and vibrant three-stone engagement ring showcasing a 3.23 carats oval cut diamond certified by GIA as I Color, I2 in Clarity and set in a classic four prong basket setting....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.41 Carats Total Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable pair of stud earrings showcasing two emerald cut diamonds weighing 1.41 carats total, certified by GIA as D-F Color, SI1 in Clarity. Each emerald cut diamond is surroun...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 0.27 Carats Total Asscher Cut Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This simple yet classic pair of stud earrings showcasing classic asscher cut diamonds weighing 0.27 carats total, set in a four prong basket setting made in 14k white gold. Style av...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov, 8.57 Carat Round Diamond Open-Work Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable pair of dangle earrings showcasing round brilliant diamonds, set in an intricate, open-work, mace-like design made in 18 karat white gold. Diamonds weigh 8.57 carats to...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 1.61 Carats Total Radiant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vibrant and elegantly made solitaire engagement ring features GIA Certified center stone 1.61 carats radiant cut diamond VS2 in clarity, M color and set in a classic four prong 18K W...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 5.43 Carat Total Pear and Round Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A classy pair of dangle earrings featuring a GIA Certified pear shape diamond drop suspended on a GIA Certified round brilliant diamond. Pear shape diamonds weigh 4.02 carats total, ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

0.68 Carats Total Round Diamond Halo Engagement and Wedding Band Ring Set
Located in New York, NY
A well crafted engagement ring and wedding band set featuring brilliant round diamonds weighing 0.68 carats total, G-H color and VS-SI in clarity made in 14K White Gold. Engagement r...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Roman Malakov 1.30 Carat Total Brilliant Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic solitaire engagement ring showcasing a 1.30 carat round brilliant diamond, GIA certified as I Color and SI1 in clarity. Set in a four prong basket setting. Finely made in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 1.03 Carats Oval Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A well crafted engagement ring showcasing a color rich 1.03 carats oval cut fancy yellow diamond GIA certified. Center stone is acce...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Platinum

0.72 Carats Total Round Diamond Halo Illusion Engagement And Wedding Ring Set
Located in New York, NY
A well crafted engagement ring and wedding band set featuring 0.72 carats total brilliant round diamonds G-H color and VS-SI in clarity made in 14K White Gold. Engagement ring featur...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov GIA Certified 0.21 Carats Round Halo Diamond Pave Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic engagement ring showcasing a GIA certified 0.21 carat brilliant round diamond F color, VS1 in clarity. Surrounded by round brilliant diamonds in a halo setting. Shank made ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 0.70 Carat Total Brilliant Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic and timeless solitaire engagement ring showcasing a 0.70 carat round brilliant diamond. EGL certified as D Color and SI1 in clarity. Set in a six prong basket setting, fine...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 0.45 Carats Brilliant Round Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
An elegant piece showcasing a vibrant 0.45 carat round brilliant diamond accented with tapered baguette 0.18 carat total diamonds on each side. Center stone is D color, SI1 in clari...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 0.51 Carats Brilliant Round Cut Diamond Pave-Set Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic engagement ring showcasing a 0.51 carat round brilliant diamond, GIA certified as F Color and VS2 in clarity. Set in a four prong basket setting. Accented with 0.25 carats ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 2.58 Carat Heart Shape Blue Sapphire with Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A versatile and unique pendant necklace showcasing a 2.58 carats heart shape blue sapphire certified by GIA as Sri Lanka origin. Surrounded by a row of round brilliant diamonds weigh...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Roman Malakov 0.50 Carat Brilliant Round Diamond Two Tone Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Simple but elegant two tone heart shape pendant necklace accented with 10 brilliant round diamond weighing 0.50 carats total. Finely made in 18K Yellow and White Gold. 17.6 inches in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

4.16 Carats Total Marquise and Pear Shape Green Emerald & Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite and fashionable pair of stud earrings showcasing a cluster of pear shape and marquise cut color-rich green emeralds and diamonds weighing 4.16 carats total. Set in a bea...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 1.45 Carat Heart Shape Fancy Dark Brown Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and color rich 1.45 carats heart shape diamond certified by GIA as Fancy Dark Brown Yellow color, SI2 in clarity. Surrounding the center stone are double halo accented with r...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 0.92 Carat Total Marquise Diamond Floral Motif Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Chic and stylish pendant necklace showcasing for marquise cut diamond set in a beautiful flower motif design. Diamond weighs 0.92 carats total, G color and VS in clarity. Finely made...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 0.24 Carats Round Diamond, Aries Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Astrological Zodiac Sign, Stylish open work ram design pendant necklace. The ram is made with 18K white gold clustered with brilliant round diamonds. Circular open work clustered wit...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 1.18 Carats Heart Shape Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A classic pendant necklace showcasing a GIA Certified 1.18 Carats heart shape diamond, J color and SI2 in clarity. Set in a polished Platinum basket mounting. Suspended on an 16 inch...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Roman Malakov 1.26 Carats Total Mixed Cut Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegantly made three stone engagement ring features a 0.93 carats emerald cut diamond set in platinum four prong setting. Flanked by trapezoid-cut diamonds on each side, weighing 0.3...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 2.07 Carat Elongated Cushion Cut Diamond Halo Pave Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic engagement ring style showcasing a 2.07 carat rectangular cushion cut diamond, F color, I1 in clarity EGL Certified. Center stone accented by a row of round brilliant diamo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 0.91 Carats Antique Cushion Cut Diamond Halo Pave Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Brilliant and elegantly made halo engagement ring showcasing a EGL certified 0.91 carats cushion cut diamond, F Color and SI2 in Clarity. Set in a four prong setting and surrounded b...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 1.40 Brilliant Round Diamond Open Work Pendant Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Well crafted pendant necklace showcasing an 18K white gold oval open work design clustered with brilliant round diamonds suspended on an elegant diamond by the yard chain. 60 pieces ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 30.81 Carat Total Round Sapphire & Diamond Riviere Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Luxurious and elegantly made riviere tennis necklace showcasing brilliant round blue sapphires and diamonds that elegantly alternate with each other and get larger to the center of t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.68 Carat Total Mixed Cut Diamond Open Work Heart Design Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Well-crafted open work heart pendant necklace showcasing 0.40 carats heart shape diamond. Center stone is set in an open work heart shape setting clustered with brilliant round diam...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 2.60 Carat Total Pear and Heart Shape Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This simple and beautiful drop pendant necklace showcases a 2.00 carat Pear shape, H color SI1 clarity, hanging from a 0.60 carat Heart shape diamond. Connected to a platinum chain. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 0.25 Carats Total Round Diamond Star of David Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A simple Star of David pendant made in solid Platinum accented with round diamonds on each side of the star weighing 0.25 carats total, F color and VS in clarity. Suspended on an 18...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 0.60 Carats Mixed-Cut Three-Stone Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A simple pendant necklace showcasing pear, round and emerald mixed-cut diamonds, set in a 18K White Gold. Diamonds weigh 0.60 carats total, F color and SI in clarity. Suspended on a ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 22.59 Carats Total Brilliant Round Diamond Riviera Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This elegant high end jewelry showcases a line of round brilliant diamonds that graduate slightly larger in size as it goes to the center. Diamonds weigh 22.59 carats total, D-E-F co...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

3.83 Carats Total Mixed Cut Half Emerald & Diamond Eternity Wedding Band
Located in New York, NY
An appealing eternity wedding band style showcasing a color-rich 9 octagon cut green emerald weighing 1.66 carats total and 9 brilliant emerald cut diamonds weighing 2.17 carats tota...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Malakov 1.39 Carat, Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing an elegant cushion cut diamond weighing 1.39 carats total, G color and SI2 in clarity, set in a 18K White Gold four prong basket setting. Beautifully set in a diamond encr...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 0.13 Carat Round Diamond Half-Way Wedding Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic half way eternity band style showcasing a row of 22 round brilliant Diamond weighing at 0.13 carat total, F-G color and VS-SI clarity....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 8.62 Carats Total Graduating Round Diamond Riviere Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A brilliant and classic piece of jewelry showcasing a line of round brilliant diamonds that elegantly get larger to the center of the necklace. Diamonds weigh 5.72 carats, largest di...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 4.03 Carat Total Brilliant Round Shape Diamond Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A classic tennis necklace style showcasing 215 brilliant round diamonds, set in a polished 18K White Gold. Diamonds weigh 4.03 carats total set in three prong and are approximately G...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 6.25 Carats Total Graduating Round Diamond Riviere Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A brilliant and classic piece of jewelry showcasing a line of round brilliant diamonds that elegantly get larger to the center of the necklace. Brilliant round diamond weigh 5.16 car...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 0.60 Carats Mixed-Cut Three Stone Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A simple pendant necklace showcasing pear, round and emerald mixed-cut diamonds, set in a 18K White Gold. Diamonds weigh 0.60 carats total, F color and SI in clarity. Suspended on a ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.73 Carats Total Mixed Cut Fancy Color & White Diamond Toi et Moi Fashion Ring
Located in New York, NY
A contemporary design of the classic Toi et Moi diamond fashion ring showcasing an oval cut fancy color diamond, set in a four prong basket setting, accented with round melee fancy color diamonds and four marquise...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

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

1.04 Carats Total Princess Cut Diamond Stud Earrings in White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A stunning and simple stud earrings showcasing 1.04 carats total princess cut diamonds, H Color and VS1 in Clarity. Set in a timeless four prong setting, Made in 18K White Gold. Rom...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Roman Malakov 4.10 Carat Oval Cut Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic three-stone engagement ring showcasing a 4.10 carat oval cut diamond, L Color and I1 in Clarity. Flanked by trillion shape diamonds on each side weighing 2.09 carats total....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 1.34 Carats Total Brilliant Round Diamond Eternity Wedding Band
Located in New York, NY
A uniquely-designed eternity wedding band showcasing a row of round brilliant diamonds elegantly spaced by smaller round melee diamonds weigh 1.34 carats total, H Color and VS in Cla...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 6.41 Carats Pear Shape Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and well crafted three stone engagement ring showcasing GIA Certified 6.41 carat pear shape natural diamond center stone, F* color, IF in clarity . Flanking on each side are ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 1.04 Carats Total Mixed Cut Diamond Seven Stone Fashion Ring
Located in New York, NY
This simple and classy seven stone fashion ring showcases seven mixed cut diamonds weighing 1.04 carats total, G color and VS-SI1 in clarity. Set in a timeless prong setting and fine...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.82 Carats Total Brilliant Round Shape Diamond Open-Work Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A simple and unique pendant necklace showcasing a row of round brilliant diamonds weighing 0.82 carats total, F color VS-SI1 clarity. Set in an open-work heart shape mounting made in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Burnished Huggies with 0.13 Carat Diamond Hoop Fashion Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This pair of earrings shows 4 brilliant round diamonds scattered on each earring. Diamonds weigh 0.13 carats total. Aprroximately F-G color, VS-SI clarity. Made in 18k white gold. S...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

0.66 Carats Total Brilliant Round Shape Diamond Open-Work Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A simple pendant necklace showcasing a row of round brilliant diamonds weighing 0.66 carats total, F color VS-SI1 clarity. Set in an open-work heart shape mounting made in 18K white ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.69 Carats Total Brilliant Round Shape Diamond Open-Work Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A simple and unique pendant necklace showcasing a row of round brilliant diamonds weighing 0.69 carats total, F color VS-SI1 clarity. Set in an open-work heart shape mounting made in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.37 Carat Pear Shape Green Emerald and Diamonds Butterfly Shape Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful pair of earrings showcases green emerald and diamonds mounted in the shape of a butterfly. The pear shape green emeralds weigh 1.37 carats total. The accenting diamond...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold

Roman Malakov 3.10 Carats Total Round Cut Diamond Three-Row Chandelier Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This versatile and stylish chandelier earrings showcasing Three-rows of brilliant round diamonds set in an elegant chandelier waterfall design and classic four prong basket setting. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

3.40 Carats Total Oval Cut Blue Sapphire & Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This classy and elegant three-stone halo engagement ring showcasing three oval cut natural blue sapphire weighing 3.40 carats total, surrounded by a row of round brilliant diamonds i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 1.53 Carats Total Oval Cut Blue Sapphire & Diamonds Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful color-rich gemstone earrings features an oval cut blue sapphires weighing 1.53 carats total. Elegantly surrounded by brilliant round diamonds set in a floral motif hal...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 4.12 Carats Oval Cut Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This wonderful and classy three stone engagement ring showcasing a GIA certified 4.12 carats oval cut color-rich fancy intense yellow diamond in the center, set in a four prong baske...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

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

2.56 Carats Total Pear Shape Blue Sapphire and Mixed Cut Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous pair of dangle earrings feature a pear shape color-rich blue sapphire in the center weighing 2.69 carats total, surrounded by a row of brilliant round diamonds in a ha...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 1.76 Carats Total Baguette Cut Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a classic and simple religious cross pendant necklace set with baguette cut diamonds in a bezel set design weighing 1.76 carats total, G color and VS+ in clarity. Suspende...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 3.67 Carats Total Brilliant Round Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A brilliant pair of hoop earrings showcasing a row of sparkling round diamonds set in a scalloped pave design in 18k white gold. The earrings have a chic oval-shaped design. Diamonds...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.54 Carats Pear Shape Blue Sapphire and Mixed Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A classy and simple pendant necklace showcasing a pear shape color-rich blue sapphire weighing 1.54 carats total. Embellished by a row of round brilliant diamonds in a halo design, weighing 1.08 carats total. Suspended on two marquises and two pear shape diamonds, set in a floral-motif design weighing 0.36 carats total. Attached to an adjustable diamonds bezel by the yard...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Shop Antique and Vintage Diamond Rings, Diamond Necklaces and Other Diamond Jewelry and Watches on 1stDibs

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.  

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