The Value Of Diamonds Today

Diamonds under 4ct never rose as much nor fell as far.

The value of diamonds today.

Color clarity cut and carat weight. The wholesale and retail prices chart below is petra gems best average estimates based on data of leading diamond suppliers and. To determine the price of a diamond you need to look at the 4cs. Diamond prices can vary hugely depending on a diamond s shape cut quality clarity and color.

We are very competitive in our valuations but many factors go into pricing specific diamonds. How to calculate diamond prices. But since the reality is that 1 carat diamond prices range from 1 900 to 16 000 and 2 carat diamond prices range from 8 000 to 84 000 which is a huge difference so as a general rule of thumb in today s market my recommendation for best value for money diamond would be g color si1 clarity no fluorescence and at least very good cut and. Note the price dip late 2008 the economic crisis and recent stabilization or even rises.

A 0 5 carat diamond may cost 2 500 per carat. It is not an indication of our purchase or sale price. Prices update monthly this round diamond price chart shows changes in diamond prices over the past few years for different sizes. The second section of this article will explain how diamond prices are determined and calculated.

This price index for 1 carat 1 5 carat 2 carat and 3 carat diamonds will be updated periodically to reflect changing retail and wholesale diamond prices. Diamonds are priced per carat. For example the cost of a one carat diamond can range from just 1 500 to more than 16 000 for an extremely well cut high quality diamond while a two carat diamond could cost as little as 6 000 or as much as 80 000 based on its shape cut clarity and color grades. This calculator works as a guideline of value for most diamonds.

Diamond price chart for round diamonds.