Hi there! Want a big diamond but need to stay within your budget? Let’s chat about how to maximize your budget to afford the largest carat weight diamond possible.
Before we begin, I want to remind you that diamond grades for color, cut, clarity, and carat weight describe a diamond’s rarity, not its appearance! A diamond with clarity imperfections or hints of color can be just as beautiful as a flawless, colorless diamond. All that matters is that a diamond is beautiful to you!
If you want to buy the largest diamond possible without breaking your budget, opt for a diamond with lower color and clarity grades. Choosing a diamond with lower color or clarity will bring down its price and allow you to focus your budget on carat weight without sacrificing beauty.
Choosing a diamond with more warmth rather than a colorless one is a great way to afford a larger carat weight. My diamond is actually an O/P color! Diamonds with warm tones are beautiful and will still give a bright, white diamond appearance when set in yellow gold.
Selecting a diamond with a lower clarity grade is another way to maximize the diamond carat weight you can afford. SI1 and SI2 inclusions are easy or very easy to see at 10x magnification but may not be obvious at first glance.
If you want the biggest, most beautiful diamond possible, it’s important to invest in cut. This is especially true if you opt for a diamond with lower color or clarity grades. Well-cut diamonds make better use of light and appear more colorless. A diamond’s cut can also make imperfections less noticeable.
If you have any questions about carat weight, diamond grades, or any jewelry questions at all, feel free to reach out. We’re here to help!
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