As we get ready for our Diamond Expo event we want to cover some of the aspects of buying a diamond that are helpful. So make sure that you mark your calendars for August 24th, we will have over $2,000,000 (that is right $2 Million!) in certified diamonds that you can buy directly from the diamond cutter.
When it comes to choosing diamond size for an engagement ring, there are many things to consider. It’s not as easy as you would think. There will be many steps along the way to finding the perfect diamond for her.
What to Focus On
- Creating a Budget- Do what’s comfortable for you, a lot of that could be affected by finance options available to you.
- Communication- Talking to her mom, best friend, or someone close to her to get a better idea of what style she’s looking for is the way to go. You don’t want to make it obvious that you’re looking for an engagement ring, so this is the best way to get the important information you need.
- Finding the right size, at the perfect value- If you’re looking for the best value, it is typically a good idea to get an “under-sized” style. That means if you’re looking to buy a 1 carat diamond, consider getting .90 or something close. You can’t tell the difference with the naked eye.
Sizes to Consider
- 0.50 carat
- 0.75 carat
- 0.90 carat
- 1 carat
- 1.25 carat
- 1.50 carat
- 2 carat
- 3+ carat
What Will Affect Price
- There are many other factors besides the size of the diamond that will affect the price
- Using a combination of cut, color, and clarity grade, you can find the perfect trio to create the diamond she’s looking for.
- If she’s more worried about size rather than these aspects, you can easily focus on that, and deliver exactly the size she wants.
Conclusion
It is important to know that diamond prices typically increase at the full and half weights. You will find the best value by using this strategy, and it can be very effective. It is also important to note that the smaller her finger is, the larger the diamond may appear. Choosing diamond size is arguably the most important decision of the ring, so we want to make sure you get it right.
article by Shant Kouladjian on Simon G
