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Knowing Your Diamond's Weight
Simply put, the larger a diamond, the more rare, and the more attention it draws.
Larger diamonds are found relatively infrequently in nature, which places them at a higher value on the market. What makes a bigger diamond so desirable is that it shows off its fine color, cut, brilliance, and more than likely, your devotion to each-other.
A diamond's size is measured on a scale in what is called carat weight, and each carat is equal to 100 points. A .75 carat diamond is the same as a 75-point diamond or a 3/4 carat stone.
While larger diamonds are highly prized, diamonds of equal size may vary widely in value and brilliance, depending on their qualities of clarity, cut, and color.
