E.S. Design

Diamond prices vary greatly, reaching up to thousands of dollars, depending on its assessed color. To a regular customer, diamond color may not be something he can readily appreciate. Even though one cannot see the difference in diamond color using the naked eye, it is still worth investing in a diamond that has a good color rating.

The fact that color is one of the four C’s in the subject of diamonds indicates that diamond color is indeed a vital factor to consider when purchasing diamond jewelry. A diamond’s color adds to its beauty, sparkle, and brilliance, not just its price. The clearer the color of a diamond, the higher its diamond color grading. You can expect a diamond with a yellow hue to carry a much lower price tag than its colorless counterpart.

Out of the four C’s, diamond color ranks second in terms of importance. A high diamond color grading brightens the stone and makes it appear larger. A good diamond color also masks the stone’s flaw and imperfections.

A typical diamond color chart comprises of six categories namely, colorless, near colorless, faint yellow, very light yellow, light yellow, and lastly, a variety of other color ranges. The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) designed this diamond color reference chart for grading. They use the alphabet, starting with D to grade a diamond’s color with D being the best or perfect and Z being the least favorable. When purchasing a diamond for that dazzling engagement ring, it is suggested by most diamond experts that the color should fall between E and F for the best investment. Diamonds having the D color rating is extremely rare. You have greater chances of finding an E or F diamond color.  Invest in only the best diamonds in the market today for a purchase you will never regret!