How do you choose diamond earrings that look great and are good value for money? What follows are some pointers on how you should go about choosing your new diamond earrings…

Clarity – The first of the four C’s we will discuss is clarity. The diamonds with the highest clarity are F-class diamonds. These diamonds are said to be flawless. The internal flaws of a diamond affect the way the diamond shines because flaws interfere with the reflection of light through the diamond. Diamonds with no flaws, of course, carry a higher price tag, but if you can afford one of these diamonds they are worth the investment.

Color – Diamonds are also rated by color. The industry uses a scale from D to Z, with D indicating that the diamond is completely clear and void of any color. Diamonds that are affordable by most people will contain a hint of yellow. Of course, the clearer the diamond is of any yellow tinge, the better the stone. However, the lack of color does not always mean the most costly. There are some diamond earrings graded between D and Z that have traces of blue, pink, or red.

Cut – There are many different cuts that a diamond can have. Some of these cuts include round, square, emerald, oval, marquis, pear, and heart. Another factor when discussing cut is how many facets the diamond has. The more facets the more light the diamond will reflect making these diamonds more expensive.

Carat – A diamond’s carat actually refers to its weight, not the size as many people think. Carats have nothing to do with the diamond’s quality and refer only to the amount of diamond that is being purchased. Each carat weighs .2 grams. Larger diamonds are more difficult to find, which is why large carat diamond earrings demand a significantly higher price tag.

As a final point, it is important to do as much research as you can to be sure you know everything there is to know about the four C’s before you go out diamond shopping. Being well prepared will help you find the perfect diamond earrings for you at a price that you can afford.