Diamond Color

Subject: Diamond Color Tue Mar 29, 2011 9:10 pm

Diamond Color
The rarest and most valuable diamonds are colorless diamonds. Natural forces (pressure, temperature, and elements) affect each diamonds individual color when they are formed within the Earth’s surface. Colorless diamonds are the most sought after and valuable. Diamond colors are divided into five main categories:
Colorless Diamonds (D-F):

Diamonds in the D-F category are the finest and brightest diamonds; they are absolutely clear and have no color visible to the trained eye. These diamonds are the most valuable and rare of all the colors. E color diamonds are very close to D color diamonds; only in a controlled grading environment can the color variance be detected. However, the price per carat between D and E is significant due to the rarity of D color diamonds. F colored diamonds display a small amount of color that can only be seen by a gemologist when viewed face down.

Near Colorless Diamonds (G-J):

Diamonds in the G-J range are white, bright diamonds that are near colorless. During grading some color tint is visible; G is the least colorless and J will have the most hint of color. Once these stones are mounted face up the color is undetectable to an untrained eye. Near colorless diamonds are considered an excellent value.

Faint Yellow or Gray (K)

Diamonds in the K range have a faint yellowish or grayish tint during color grading. Once mounted, these stones still show a faint hint of color even to the untrained eye.

How To Choose Your Diamond Color?

If you want the rarest and most valuable diamond choose a diamond in the D-F range. Diamonds in the G-I range offer an excellent value for your money while still providing a colorless look. If you’re on a budget try a J diamond; J diamonds are affordable and only show a hint of color.

How to Choose Diamond Fluorescence?

Every diamond has a trace amount of boron which can create different fluorescent effects depending on the diamond. Fluorescence in diamonds are described as intense blue, strong blue, strong, medium blue, medium, faint, or none. Typically, fluorescence is considered a plus in a diamond; making a diamond even more rare and beautiful. Fluorescence in a diamond can help it to shine in the sunlight. Fluorescence can also make a diamond appear whiter increasing the diamonds value and beauty.

How Diamond Color Effects Cost?

Diamonds are priced according to dollars per carat. D diamonds are the most expensive because they are the rarest and most sought after diamonds. With each decrease in grade or color variation, the price of each diamond will be less expensive because they are not as highly in demand.

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