Your friendly neighborhood diamond consultant is here to give you the rundown on CTTW, or carat total weight. Now you might be ready to think about diamond engagement rings but, it’s never too early to start learning about the four C’s – cut, color, clarity, and carat. These are your best friends when it comes…
When you begin diamond ring shopping, you’ll be surprised to learn the complex issues surrounding the purchase of a small sparkly rock sitting on a band. Buying a diamond requires a lot more research than simply picking the one based on looks. There are actually ethical issues surrounding this thousand year old carbon that goes…
The average online price for a 6 carat diamond that has been certified by the GIA ranges from around $69,000 to $680,000. So, if you’re looking to buy a 6 carat diamond, make sure to look into online prices to save some money! According to my good friend Grant Mobley, a certified gemologist, online retailers…
The fancy colored diamonds are the rarest in the world. Statistics show that they are less than 0.1% of the total diamonds mined worldwide. Very few mines produce these colored diamonds. In fact, there are some colors that are so rare such that they are sold even before they get to the processing company. The…
Diamonds tend to cost a fortune and this greatly depends on their rarity. The rarest diamonds are the most expensive to buy. This is in line with the demand and supply rule of economy where an item increases in price if the supply is low and the demand is high. People will always want to…
Conflict-free diamonds are ethically sourced gems that are not associated with violence, human rights abuses, or environmental harm. These diamonds are mined under fair labor conditions and adhere to strict regulations to ensure their authenticity. By choosing conflict-free diamonds, you can support responsible mining practices and contribute to a more sustainable diamond industry. A conflict-free…