It’s only natural to want to dazzle the one you love. Unfortunately, that can mean getting so caught up in the moment that you make an emotional decision that can cost you in the long run. The truth is that you can have a much nicer engagement ring than you think you can have if you’re mindful of how the “Four C’s” impact price. So, in this post, we’ll discuss how Carat Weight impacts your investment.
A Quick Explanation of the Four C’s
The “Four C’s” are the diamond characteristics that impact the quality of a diamond. Color, clarity, cut, and carat weight are graded by independent diamond authorities and used to determine value. Understanding how the grading works can really help you. One of these factors is discussed in more detail below. Carat Weight can make a big impact on your diamond’s price.
How Diamond Carat Weight Can Impact Your Engagement Ring Purchase Price
Carat weight has an interesting history. The word is based on carob. Carob is a legume and is also known as locust bean. You may see carob in the health food section of a grocery store sold as a chocolate substitute. Most often, carob is used as animal feed. The tree produces brown pods about twelve inches long and those pods have seeds. Diamonds were once weighed against carob seeds. One seed = one carat.
The interesting thing about diamonds is that diamonds of one carat or larger are extraordinarily rare. This makes them very, very expensive. What if you could save thousands of dollars, though? Did you know a diamond that is 1.0 carat will be dramatically more expensive than one that is 0.90 carats and to the naked eye, it will be imperceptible. In fact, try to buy slightly smaller than you think you want. Do you want a 3.0 carat diamond? Get a 2.8 carat diamond and save yourself thousands.
When you realize what makes a diamond more valuable can often have very little impact for you, it’s much easier to make a smart decision with price.
For further help with using the Four C’s to save money, check this post out.
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