Diamond jewelry is something that many people may be nervous about purchasing. The pieces can be quite expensive and it can be hard to tell whether or not the pieces you are buying are worth the price that the sellers are asking. If you learn more about buying these pieces you may find that you have the knowledge and confidence you need to purchase them and may even figure out how to find a few bargains in the process. [I:http://www.thehopejar.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/JanPavlik36.jpg]
One reason that diamonds are so popular is their durability. Unlike other stones that may chip or crack, the surface of a diamond is very hard to damage. Some stones may suffer damage if they are worn for many years but this is much less likely than with any other stone.
When you look at a diamond you will see that its weight is expressed in carats. The more carats, the larger the stone is. You will also notice that a solitary stone is more expensive than multiple stones of the same total weight. A larger stone is harder to find than a smaller one and is more likely to have color issues or clarity issues. The last thing a buyer wants to see is a large flaw in the inside of their diamond.
You may be surprised to find that color can affect value as well. A diamond can range widely in color. The best stones for many years were those that were as close to colorless as possible. Now, colored diamonds in hues of blue, yellow, pink and brown are very popular and are becoming more expensive as well. [I:http://www.thehopejar.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/JanPavlik35.jpg]
Diamonds sparkle because of the facets that are cut into them. The overall shape can be round, oval or pear shaped. Often one shape or another will be considered to be more valuable because it is trendy. A well cut diamond reflects the light and seems to burn with an inner fire.
Cut stones are set with prongs or are placed into channels. Channel set stones are becoming more popular but many pieces still use prong settings. If you want to purchase diamond jewelry you may find it easier to locate affordable pieces if you shop online on jewelry sites or through online auctions.
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