Carat is one of the most misunderstood aspects of diamond buying. Many people assume bigger is always better — but the truth is far more nuanced.
A carat is a unit of weight equal to 0.2 grams. One carat is divided into 100 points, so a 0.75 carat diamond is also described as a 75-point diamond.
Two diamonds of the same carat weight can appear very different in size depending on their cut. A well-cut diamond will appear larger and more brilliant than a poorly cut stone of the same weight.
Diamonds just below popular carat weights — like 0.90ct instead of 1.00ct — offer significant savings with virtually no visible difference in size. This is a smart strategy for maximizing value.
The same carat diamond can look larger or smaller depending on the wearer’s finger size. A 1-carat diamond will appear more prominent on a size 5 finger than a size 8.
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