The weight of a diamond is measured in carats, not to be confused with karat which describes purity of gold.
Carats are a metric form of measurement and are similar to other measurements broken down into one hundred “points” for every one-carat.
Although carat weight does define various size ranges, the same carat weight diamonds can appear smaller or larger depending on the cut of the diamond, and whether or not the diamonds dimensions are cut proportionally to its weight.
Values of diamonds are assigned to certain weight ranges and the slightest of differences in weight can make a considerable difference. Precision instruments are used to measure diamond weight and weight is generally described to the hundredth of a carat in decimals. For example a 1.53-carat diamond would be described as “one point five three” or “one fifty three”
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THE VALUE OF A DIAMOND
The most common factors that play into the value of a diamond are the "4 C's". These "C's" respectively stand for Carat, Color, Clarity and Cut.
While these variables do certainly play a large role in the value, current market trends and supply and demand factors can also have short term effects on the value of particular diamonds or the pieces of jewelry comprised of diamonds, precious metals and potentially other precious gemstones.
Our staff of graduate gemologist and market experts understand the slight variables that can mean large differences in value and look to each diamond or piece of jewelry for its maximum value, while informing the client of the unique characterisitvs of each jewelry item of their and how it effects the value.
DIAMOND VALUE
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