Thursday, August 22, 2013

What to Look for when Buying Loose Diamonds

Buying loose diamonds is a great way to save money or create a truly unique jewelry piece. However, it can also be a little intimidating for the uninitiated. Not to worry for buying loose diamonds is becoming quite popular and is not risky when you know what to look for.

Remember the 4 C’s, carat, cut, clarity and color, of diamond quality. These are the markers used to determine the value of any diamond, so make sure you understand their value and how to recognize them. Otherwise, you could end up with a poor quality diamond or even a cubic zirconium.

If you are going to purchase loose diamonds, you should only be looking at certified loose diamonds. These stones have been authenticated to be real diamonds. Don’t get fooled by purchasing diamonds from unproven sources. Be sure to buy from a reputable source.

If you are buying stones for multiple pieces or a piece with just one stone you won’t need to worry about this. However, if you are buying several stones to make a band then you will need to make sure they match in size and in color.

Buying loose diamonds is becoming more common as more people seek to create beautiful and unique jewelry. It doesn’t need to be a scary undertaking and don’t assume that you can’t find good diamonds this way. You can, but just make sure you know what you are buying.