Welcome to Part 2 of our 4C’s series. Today we will be looking at arguably the second most important C right after color; Clarity.
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If you missed Part 1 of our series, containing everything you need to know about a colored diamond's hue, you can find it here.
Topics: Colored Diamond Investment, colored diamonds, 4Cs
One of the best ways to determine market demand, and ultimately which diamond colors are best for investing, is to monitor auctions. During the past 3 years, most colored diamonds sold were bought with the intention of investing, meaning that the days of pure “aesthetic appeal” that drove diamond sales are long gone.
Nowadays, investors seek for transparency and high quality stones that will not only show promising concentration of wealth, but also great potential for growth (in value) for the decades to come.
Topics: Alternative Investments, Colored Diamond Investment, colored diamonds
One of the most important factors when considering a colored diamond purchase is education. Despite these gems quickly gaining the attention of collectors and investors alike, there is still some uncertainty when it comes to the actual value of a diamond.
In this 3-part series, we will be going over everything you truly need to know about each of the 4Cs: color, clarity, carat, and cut. Without further delay, let’s begin with the first C; color.
This post has been updated for 2019
When we think of buying a colored diamond, our mind pictures magnificent jewels set in high quality pendants, rings, necklaces, and earrings. While purchasing a set stone may be appealing and can save some time and hassle, is it the best option?
Topics: Alternative Investments, colored diamonds, Diamond Investing
After publishing 3 Reasons You Should Consider Fancy Colored Diamonds, the logical progression would be to share tips and tricks for those who wish to begin investing in colored diamonds. Thus we've compiled a list of 6 diamond investing tips every beginner should know.
Topics: Alternative Investments, colored diamonds
Much like red, purple is an extremely rare hue in the world of naturally colored diamonds. For this reason, there are not many famous purple stones to talk about, especially when it comes to larger carat weights.
Topics: purple diamonds, colored diamonds, The Purple Orchid
It is without a doubt that colored diamonds are rare. In fact, they comprise only 0.1% of all diamonds mined per year. Out of this percentage, the rarest colors found are pink, blue, green, purple, and orange, but which is the rarest diamond color in the world? The answer is; red diamonds.
But how valuable are they really?
Topics: Alternative Investments, Famous Diamonds, red diamonds
Topics: History, blue diamonds, Historic Diamonds, Hope Blue Diamond
Natural green diamonds are among the rarest colored diamonds in the world. In fact, only few true investment grade green diamonds have ever been discovered, Those which made their way to the auction block not only managed to shatter price records, but also mesmerized audience with their beauty.
Without further delay let's look at the most famous and valuable green diamonds in the world.
Topics: green diamond, Aurora Green Diamond, Ocean Dream Diamond, Dresden Green Diamond, Natural Green Diamond, Gruosi Green Diamond
It is a known fact that natural fancy blue diamonds are among the rarest, most beautiful, and sought after stones worldwide. Additionally, blue stones with favorable overtones, deep saturation, crystal clarity, and exquisite craftsmanship are on a whole other level, appearing once in a blue moon.
Topics: History, Famous Diamonds, blue diamonds, Heart of Eternity Diamond
