Colored Diamonds

In ancient India, only a king could possess all colors of a diamond. In today’s fashion and jewelry market, with increasing emphasis placed on uniqueness and individuality, many buyers lust after these colored diamonds, a fresh and exotic alternative to their classic clear or “white” counterparts.

The colored diamond, while carrying all of the tradition and classic style inherent in its name, can be an expression of individuality; a testament to contemporary and cutting edge fashion.

Though white diamonds still seem omnipresent in today’s market, in fact no diamond is without subtle coloration. Small chemical imbalances located in each stone cause a slight discoloration, ranging anywhere from yellow to brown or pink to blue. While a deep brown hue might drastically reduce the value of a gemstone, vivid pinks, blues and even black diamonds demand extremely high prices in the marketplace.

The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) classification of color, ranging from D-Z, with Z being the most colorful, is the most accurate way of determining a diamond’s shade and value. While a D grade refers to a colorless stone, a Z indicates a bright yellow-hued stone. If you do purchase a colored diamond, you may want to have it officially graded and certified to protect the value of your investment. Colored diamonds are used in the design of all types of jewelry, specifically bracelets, rings, necklaces and earrings.