WHAT MAKES DIAMOND EXPENSIVE THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

There are a lot of stories behind the expensive nature of diamonds. Let us take you through ours.

Diamonds, in nature, are elegant and soulfully appealing gemstones. They were discovered centuries ago, known to be an enduring symbol of power, love, and wealth. Only the royals of the past were using it to embellish their crowns and jewellery. These are widely admired for their brilliance and strength. 

So, what is it about them now, that makes them so sought after, desirable and expensive?  

1. THE NATURE OF DIAMONDS 

Diamonds are precious due to its intricate arrangement of atoms to achieve cubic symmetry. The chemical composition of a diamond is what makes them undeniably attractive and dazzling.

2. NOT ALL DIAMONDS COST AN ARM AND A LEG

You must understand that not all diamonds are expensive. A diamond’s value depends on the rarity of the stone, generally the more colorless it is, the more expensive it is. Although it is harder to find such rare diamonds these days, we recommend Diamond Story, as the reputed diamond vendor, who have been offering rare diamonds with exquisite designs. 

3. THE 4 C’s OF A DIAMOND 

A diamond's value is graded by the influence of these four things.

     

    If a diamond exceeds these four c's, it holds a higher value.

    4. THE CUT OF THE DIAMOND 

    Diamonds are the hardest gemstone; it requires a diamond cutting machine or skilled lapidarist to make an accurate cut, without affecting the proportion and carat. A diamond cut is measured in terms of proportion, radiance, shape, and carat weight.

    5. DIFFERENCES IN SHAPES AND CUTS

    Shapes and cuts can be confusing. They're different yet work together. A diamond's shape is the appearance of the stone; A cut is the stone's ability to reflect light. These two works together for a perfectly engraved diamond. 

    A diamond must be cut to create the desired shape. The most common diamond shapes are emerald, round, princess cut, oval, and many more.

    A well-cut diamond has a glow from within. It produces sparkle and fire when exposed to a light source.

    Hand-cut diamonds are the most desirable among buyers. It holds exceptional value compared to a machine cut diamond. It involves a mastery of highly skilled craftsmanship and dazzles more than a machine cut diamond in terms of desirability. 

    Diamonds glorify your beautiful occasion as every diamond is truly unique and has a story behind them. 

    At Diamond Story, we believe that our adornments create many happy stories for our customers. More than a decade in the industry, we offer the best diamonds for your happily ever after. Run through our exclusive collection of diamond rings, earrings, necklaces, and more.

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