Q: How to Buy a Diamond?

Cut. Colour. Clarity. Carat Weight. For a first-time buyer, you might as well add Complicated to that list. But, don't worry, we've got you covered. Rest assured, beautiful diamonds can fit almost any budget. Plus, by knowing a thing or two about the 4Cs, you'll be able to shop smarter and most likely score a better value. Check out the following topics to get started: AGS Diamond Grading System Diamond History History of the Diamond Engagement Ring 4Cs at a Glance Or search for an AGS-certified jeweller near you who can answer your questions and give you advice. Our member jewellers are trained and certified to help new buyers, and they'll happily teach you everything you need to know. Buying a diamond can be intimidating. Finding a beautiful diamond is easy; finding the right one for your taste and budget is more of a challenge. Unless you are a skilled gemologist, how can you know that the diamond you are considering is truly a quality one? After all, diamonds are expensive. So you want assurance that the quality you've paid for is the quality you are getting. The good news is that by following just one important step, you can have complete peace of mind about your diamond purchase. Simply ask your jeweller for a diamond that comes with a report from the laboratory with the highest standards of diamond grading. It's that simple.

Question 1

How to Buy a Diamond?

Accepted Answer

Cut. Colour. Clarity. Carat Weight.

For a first-time buyer, you might as well add Complicated to that list. But, don't worry, we've got you covered. Rest assured, beautiful diamonds can fit almost any budget. Plus, by knowing a thing or two about the 4Cs, you'll be able to shop smarter and most likely score a better value.

Check out the following topics to get started:

AGS Diamond Grading System
Diamond History
History of the Diamond Engagement Ring
4Cs at a Glance

Or search for an AGS-certified jeweller near you who can answer your questions and give you advice. Our member jewellers are trained and certified to help new buyers, and they'll happily teach you everything you need to know.

Buying a diamond can be intimidating. Finding a beautiful diamond is easy; finding the right one for your taste and budget is more of a challenge. Unless you are a skilled gemologist, how can you know that the diamond you are considering is truly a quality one? After all, diamonds are expensive. So you want assurance that the quality you've paid for is the quality you are getting.

The good news is that by following just one important step, you can have complete peace of mind about your diamond purchase. Simply ask your jeweller for a diamond that comes with a report from the laboratory with the highest standards of diamond grading.

It's that simple.

Question 2

What Is The Cut Of A Diamond?

Accepted Answer

Have you ever noticed how many surfaces a diamond has? A diamond's cut refers to how well-proportioned the dimensions of a diamond are and how these surfaces, or facets, are positioned to create sparkle and brilliance. For example, what is the ratio of the diamond's diameter in comparison to its depth? These small yet essential factors determine the diamond's beauty and price.

Are You Wondering Which Diamond Cut Is Best? It All Starts With Your Budget.

No single diamond is perfect for everyone—but all of our customers, whether they're eyeing a .50-carat or a 16-carat diamond, want as much sparkle as their budget allows. Of the 4Cs (cut, colour, clarity, carat), the cut has the greatest influence on a diamond's beauty and sparkle.

However, even a diamond with a flawless clarity grade (no blemishes or inclusions) can look glassy or dull if the cut is too shallow or deep. So, when determining what diamond to buy, go with the best cut grade that you can afford.

Question 3

What Is Diamond Colour?

Accepted Answer

Did you know that it's very rare to find a diamond that doesn't have any colour at all? Instead, diamonds are found in almost any naturally occurring colour, including grey, white, yellow, green, brown, and pink.

Some General Info About Diamond Colour

The absence of colour determines part of the diamond valuation.
Only certified grading professionals should determine a diamond's colour grade.
The tone of a ring's setting can affect the appearance of diamond colour.

Question 4

What Is Diamond Clarity?

Accepted Answer

Diamond clarity is the assessment of small imperfections on the surface and within the stone. Surface flaws are called blemishes, while internal defects are known as inclusions.

In most cases, a diamond's beauty is not affected by these in any way since most inclusions can't be seen with the naked eye. When referring to inclusions, gemologists often use the term "internal characteristics" instead of flaws.

Internal characteristics are what give a natural diamond its character. It's also important to note that diamonds with the fewest and smallest inclusions receive the highest clarity grades—and higher price tags to reflect that.

Remember, all diamonds are unique, not perfect. They are made underground through enormous pressure and heat. Natural inclusions and blemishes are inevitable.

Question 5

What Is A Diamond Carat?

Accepted Answer

The term carat is often misunderstood. It refers to a diamond's weight, not its size. Another misperception is that larger carat weight is always better than smaller carat weight. While it's true that a big rock can be a status symbol, carat weight is not related to sparkle. Beautiful sparkle is the result of a well-crafted cut. A high carat weight diamond with a poor cut may look smaller than a diamond with smaller carat weight and a very good cut.

Diamond Carat Price

Diamonds with higher carat weights are cut from larger rough crystals that are harder to source than small crystals. So, the relationship between carat weight and price depends on the rarity or availability of a rough crystal. Carat price is also a function of finding rough crystals with desirable colour and internal and external characteristics that will positively influence clarity when the diamond is cut.

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