Carat

A carat is equal to 200 milligrams or 0.2 grams. The word ‘carat’ comes from the old Greek word for carob because early gem traders used carob beans as counterweights for gemstones. Because carob beans are almost completely uniform in shape and size, ... Read More

Carat weight significantly influences a diamond's value, but it's important to remember that other factors like cut, color, and clarity also impact a diamond's worth. Larger carat diamonds are generally more valuable, but factors like quality and rarity... Read More

Carat affects a diamond's size, but its overall appearance is influenced by the interaction of all the 4Cs (cut, color, clarity, and carat). A well-cut diamond can make a smaller carat weight appear larger and more brilliant. Read More

Generally, yes. Larger-carat diamonds tend to be more expensive due to their rarity. However, other factors like cut, color, and clarity also influence the price. Read More

Specific preferences vary, but some people might seek popular carat sizes like 1.00, 1.50, or 2.00 carats. Consider your budget, personal style, and priorities. Balance carat weight with other factors to find a diamond that suits your preferences. Read More

A one-carat diamond can appear to be many different sizes depending on the cut and shape but it will weigh 200mg regardless of these factors. Read More

Sometimes you will see the abbreviation ‘tw’ when looking into diamonds. This simply stands for ‘total weight’. For example, you may see a diamond being described as TW, CTW (carat total weight), and DTW (diamond total weight) and it refers to the collective... Read More