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The Color of a Diamond

Examining the color of a diamond doesn’t necessarily mean that you are trying to find out what color of the rainbow the stone is…in fact, it’s just the opposite. The color of the diamond actually refers to what degree the diamond lacks in color - is colorless. The more expensive a diamond engagement ring, the clearer it is.

Diamonds range in color from icy winter whites to warm summer whites. Diamonds are graded on a color scale established by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) which ranges from D (colorless) to Z.

Icy winter whites (D–J) look stunning set in white gold or platinum. Warmer colored diamonds (K–Z) are particularly desirable when set in yellow gold.

Color differences are very subtle and it is very difficult to see the difference between, say, an E and an F. Therefore, colors are graded under controlled lighting conditions and are compared to a master set for accuracy. a "D" Diamond Engagement Ring is truly stunning!

Truly colorless stones, graded D, treasured for their rarity, are highest on the Diamond Quality Pyramid. Color, however, ultimately comes down to personal taste. Ask a jeweler to show you a variety of color grades next to one another to help you determine your color preference.

While many diamonds appear colorless, they may actually have subtle yellow or brown tones and these color grades include P and Q. Although still beautiful, they will be less rare and therefore less valuable. To appreciate the simple beauty of each individual stone, you should compare diamonds side
by side with a jeweler.

"Fancy" diamonds – in well defined colors that include red, pink, blue, green and canary yellow – are highly prized and particularly rare. So Remember, when shopping for an engagement ring, get the closest letter to D that you can afford. (using the GIA scale)