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| The weight of a
diamond is measured in carats. One carat is divided into 100
"points," so that a diamond of 75 points weighs .75 carats.
Carat weight is the most obvious factor in determining the value
of a diamond. Two diamonds of equal carat weights can have
very different prices, depending on their quality. Diamonds of
all qualities can be found in all size ranges.
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| Since
diamonds are measured by carat weight, and not size, two
diamonds of the same weight could have different sizes.
Why? If a diamond is cut too shallow (or flat) it will
have a larger diameter, shallow depth and therefore will appear
larger. Likewise, if a diamond is cut too deep (or
pointed) it will have a smaller diameter and deep depth
and therefore will appear smaller. This is why cut is so important. You
want to make sure the diamond is cut to proper
proportions. Not only does it make a large difference in
the diamond's ability to reflect light, but a poorly cut
diamond will not be proportionate in size to a diamond
cut to proper specifications. For example, let's say
you're interested in a 1.00ct diamond solitaire with a
table of only 49%, the diamond will be cut way too steep
and will look like a .80ct diamond instead. |
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