Shopping for diamond earrings may seem overwhelming in the beginning. Many people have no idea where to even begin. There are four basic criteria that should be evaluated when diamond shopping – better known as the four C’s.

Clarity – The first of the four C’s we will discuss is clarity. The diamonds with the highest clarity are F-class diamonds. These diamonds are said to be flawless. The internal flaws of a diamond affect the way the diamond shines because flaws interfere with the reflection of light through the diamond. Diamonds with no flaws, of course, carry a higher price tag, but if you can afford one of these diamonds they are worth the investment.

Color – This color does not refer to diamonds that have an actual color, like blue or pink. This color category refers to how much yellow is present in the diamond. Most diamonds that people can afford to be will have some yellow tint to them, but ideally the diamond will be as clear as possible. The color of the diamond is rated on a scale from D to Z. Diamonds that are given a D rating are completely colorless, or free from the yellow tint. It is best to find diamonds as close to the end of this spectrum as possible.

Cut – There are many basic cuts; round, oval, square, marquis, and emerald cuts. More intricate cuts shine more, and also cost more. These cuts cost more because they require much more attention to the angles of the cuts and because they contain many more cuts than the average diamond. The more cuts a diamond has the more it will reflect the light.

Carat – Now we all know people want the biggest diamond that they can find. Large diamonds are much harder to find which is why they cost remarkably more than smaller diamonds. Do you know what the carat size means? A carat is equivalent to 0.2 g which means carat size actually refers to the weight of the diamond not the size.

Finally, purchasing diamond earrings is a big investment, and it is a purchase that should be well researched and thought out. While we have provided the basics of diamond shopping, there is still much that can be learned about the four C’s. By knowing everything possible it will be easier to find the perfect diamond earrings that you can cherish forever.

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