Price of diamonds

Wedding Rings:How To Examine A Diamond

The price of a diamond is determined by the combination of Color, Clarity, Carat Weight and Cut (the “Four C’s”). These factors have varying degrees of impact on price.

Of all the Four C’s, Cut is the factor that has the most dramatic impact on the price of the diamond. Cut unlocks the beauty of the finished diamond from the rough diamond crystal, and determines how much it will sparkle. “Sparkle” is determined independent of how large it is, or the color or clarity grade of the diamond.

The color grade has the next largest impact on price, as the body color of the diamond can potentially be visible to the unaided eye.

Clarity typically has the smallest impact on price, since to see the differences for clarity grades SI2 and above you need 10 power magnification.

Carat weight does affect price significantly, but the other factors play a part in this—a larger diamond does not necessarily cost more than a smaller diamond. Only if all other factors are comparable will a larger diamond will be more expensive than a smaller carat weight.
However, even with all this in mind, remember that a diamond is a package deal of all the factors combined—the sum of its parts. There may be some trade-offs necessary to balance price with the quality factors that are most important to you, but this should still result in a diamond with beautiful sparkle.

Amazon.com Value: When shopping for diamonds, especially online, it is relatively easy to compare the factors that impact price. What is not so easy is to make a final decision on a particular diamond. Diamonds are an emotional purchase that usually represent a symbol of commitment, and are a significant financial investment. How do you know that you will receive the exact diamond you selected? How do you know if it’s the best value? Amazon.com’s goal is to offer the lowest price on certified, unmounted diamonds. Period. With a no-questions-asked 30 day return policy and independent certification from the most recognized gem labs in the world, you have the assurance that you will receive exactly what you paid for.

Wedding Rings:How To Choose A Wedding Ring
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