How to Buy a One Carat Diamond

One Carat Buying Guide: diamonds.pro/education/1-carat-diamond-ring/

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Hi there It’s Ira and Mike, the diamond pros. Today we’ll be going through everything you need to know if you are buying a 1ct diamond. While the average size engagement ring in the United States is smaller than one carat, we have found 1ct to be the most common size for our readers.

Let's get the basics out of the way. There are two things you need to decide on your own: which shape diamond you want and what style setting you will put it in. Those decisions are based on personal preferences and style. Once you figure those two things out, it's time to pick out a diamond. We’ll give you a quick crash course, but make sure to look up all relevant videos and articles we have for the specific diamond shape you are getting. See the links bellow

For color, you should stick with J+ for a round solitaire in white gold or platinum. Pave and sidestone settings call for an I+ center diamond and a halo setting needs an H+ center stone. Other diamond shapes tend to retain their color a little more, so we recommend slightly higher color grades depending on the shape.

Be sure to check out our content on clarity. It's imperative that you find a diamond that is eye-clean. Finding an eye-clean diamond is more of an art form than a science, so feel free to lean on us for help picking out a diamond. You can contact us at any time for help with that.

Cut is another thing you should keep in mind. Try to get the nicest cut possible as this is what makes the diamond sparkle. And, as always, be sure to get a diamond with a GIA or AGS certificate.

So where are the best places to get a 1ct diamond ring? Lets go over the options. Our favorite places are Blue Nile and James Allen.

Blue Nile has a fantastic selection of diamonds and settings. They manage to offer these diamonds to consumers working on razor thin margins. This gives you, the consumer, your best bang for your buck. Take a look at this fantastic 1ct diamond from Blue Nile. You can look at the details via the link below.

James Allen is also a fantastic choice. Their selection parallels Blue Nile’s and their service is phenomenal. They too offer great value for consumers. Here is a stunning 1.20ct diamond from them.

Once again it’s ira and mike, the diamond pros. Thanks for watching.