Diamond Color Guide
The diamond color refers to the natural discoloration or no coloration of a diamond. A lesser amount of coloration results in more brilliance and fire illuminating from the diamond. Diamonds in a higher color grade have less to no discoloration where as diamonds in lower color grades may have visible coloration.
GIA's diamond color grading scale is alphabetical. The scale begins with "D" color, that is the highest rank and goes down to "Z" color which is the lowest in color rank. When choosing a diamond Sky Facet suggest you stay as close to the D color range as you can, for there will be less visible discoloration (yellow or brown tint) to the eye.
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D: Colorless: Diamonds that are D in color have no trace of color These diamonds are the most desirable because of their extreme rarity. |
| E: Colorless: Diamonds that are E in color have a minute trace of color. There color, extremely difficult to view by the naked eye. |
| F: Colorless: Diamonds that are F in color have a slight trace of color. These diamonds are also rare, for their slight trace of color. |
| G: Near Colorless: Diamonds that are in the G color are valued for their beauty and brilliance but have a slight color. |
| H: Near Colorless: Diamonds that are H in color are valued for their beauty and brilliance but have a slight color. |
| I: Near Colorless: Diamonds that are I in color color are valued for their beauty and brilliance but have a slight color. |
| J: Near Colorless: Diamonds that are in J color are categorized in the near colorless category and the color is slightly detectable. |
| K to Z: Diamonds are dull and dark in color and are not carried by Sky Facet. |
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Impact of a Diamond's Color |
Color not only impacts the natural beauty of a diamond, but also is a main factor that affects the pricing. Diamonds that fall in the colorless category (D,E,F) are considered a rarity, resulting in higher pricing. Diamonds in the near colorless category (G, H, I, J) are also valued for their brilliance and beauty (an untrained eye will most likely see no visible coloration with diamonds that are G-I). Diamonds that are J in color are most likely to give off a tint and are suggest to be bought with a strong blue fluorescence.
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Diamonds Fluorescence
The fluorescence of a diamond is referred to as the natural blue glow that occurs in some diamonds. This glow can be a faint blue tint to a strong blue tint and is recommended to lower colored diamonds giving a balance of color and brightening diamonds that are low in color. Although, it is commonly a blue tint, sometimes it may even be a yellow or orange tint as well. Most gemologists see fluorescence as a negative characteristics in colorless diamonds, but can make a slightly yellow diamond appear closer to colorless in natural lighting.
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Sky Facet Diamond Rating
Choosing a diamond couldn't be easier now. Sky Facet has developed a diamond rating system to help the process of choosing a diamond. Thanks to our exclusive Sky Facet diamond rating system. Learn more about how the Sky Facet Diamond Rating System can help you choose the right diamond.
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