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It was great working with the CaratX team. They helped us sell Inventory we couldn't move during Covid - 19.
JK DIAMONDS
General Manager
Great selection on rings. Quick to respond also. Bought a 1 carat diamond in 2021! Love it!
Ishaha K.
Customer
CaratX is the easiest marketplace I've ever come across. Great team to work with and to do business and very helpful to our business.
Vidhi Jajodia
General Manager
Amazing!! If I could give 10 stars I would have, for real. This marketplace is awesome. They're fast to respond and quick to message you if there's an issue. Good biz
HK International Gems
Corporation
CaratX has been nothing short of wonderful. We tried other marketplaces with crazy high fees and empty promises and it didn't work out. CaratX delivered.
Posh Jewelry Co
Owner
They did a great job making this for sellers. It's simple and easy to get products up and listed.
Soldana Diamonds
Seller
Just a better experience. They are all about helping the small business owners
Richelle, Terra Jewels
Owner
We bought a custom gemstone bracelet from India through these guys. They made it happen on our budget when no one else could.
Sara and Jemma
Customers
Welcome to the CaratX Diamond Guide! Let's start with the basics! The first thing to learn about, and wrap your head around is.
The word "carat" has a unique origin and is the weight of the diamond. In fact the origins of the word carat can be traced in multiple languages. In Arabic it is derived from the root word: qirat, which means "fruit of the carob tree," also "weight of 4 grains." It also has ancient Greek and Italian roots! When deciding on a diamond the carat weight is important. It's also important to note the difference between "carat" and "total carat weight".
"Carat" is used to measure a single stone, while "total carat weight" or "CTW" measures multiple stones in one setting. You can always determine the main stone weight by looking on your certificate for "center stone carat weight".This is one of the first things to consider. The cut is not to be confused with the shape. The cut grading is a grading on the excellence and attractiveness of the diamond's proportions, angles, polish, finish, scintillation, fire and brilliance! These components determine how well a diamond presents itself,
and are the primary aspects to its beauty, sparkle and overall shine!This determines the colorlessness or whiteness of the diamond. Diamond color grades from GIA (The Gemological Institute of America) range between D and Z. The most colorless stones being a D color, and the stones that have a yellow or yellowish brown tint would be a towards the Z end. Be sure to check your certificate or appraisal to determine the true diamond color. If in doubt, always consult a reputable gemologist.
Clarity: This determines how clear or clean a diamond is to the naked eye as well as under a 10x microscope. Clarity is a measure of the inclusions in the diamond. Inclusions can be dirt, carbon spots, feathers, cracks and other things that obscure and diminish a diamond's sparkle. Darkness, size and location of the inclusions are also an important factor in deciding the right diamond for you. GIA grades clarity as follows:We use cookies to improve your experience on our site and to show you relevant content. To find out more please read our privacy policy and cookie policy. By using this website you agree to our privacy policy, terms and conditions.
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