Diamond Color Grading

As one of the 4 C’s of diamonds (actually the first one), diamond color has a huge impact on the value of the diamond. Diamond color is the hue of a diamond based on the GIA diamond color scale, which grades the diamond’s color on a spectrum of D (colorless) to Z (light yellow hue). The absence of color is what determines both its grade and value, as well as has a significant impact on its appearance. Diamond color grade is typically determined with the diamond face down and the culet facing up set against a pure white surface, following a grading scale of D (colorless) to Z (faint yellow).

Diamond Color D:D color diamonds are the benchmark for quality.They are very rare and collectible.When cut well, they are clearly the most beautiful diamond you can own. The larger the D colored diamond, the more expensive it is, making it a bit prohibitive for them to be used in all but the most exclusive jewelry.

Diamond Color E:If you are able to afford a stone with the diamond color E, you will never regret it. So close in appearance to absolutely colorless, most people would love to own one. If you want the best but diamond pricing makes a D just out of reach, E color diamonds can trade at significantly lower prices than their “D” counterparts.

Diamond Color F:The most diamonds we use are color F,because it’s the same diamond color as original luxury jewelry custom used.All F color diamonds will appear colorless unless they are viewed as loose diamonds alongside of a D or E. There is no question that any fine jewelry set with F color diamonds is exceptional and well above average.

Diamond Color G:For most people seeking a high gem color diamond, G is the benchmark for quality. The stones are pleasing and white, and generally exceed the standards of most diamonds used in the traditional fine jewelry marketplace.

H-I Color Diamonds:Diamonds in the H-I color range are highly sought-after in fine jewelry. When the diamond cut grade is high, H-I diamonds perform like colorless stones. H-I color diamonds mark the breaking point for near colorless performance in diamonds and are highly respected in the fine jewelry world.

J-K Color Diamonds:J-K colors mark the top end of commercial jewelry. They are affordable and provide a ‘big look’ with in the slight yellow and top light brown categories. They afford a significant reduction in price from the gem colors of D through I and are used extensively in the mid-range jewelry market place.

L and Lower Diamond Colors:Stones that are colors L and lower cannot be disguised. Yellow and brown are obvious in this material especially when compared to fine jewelry. Used for commercial and low end jewelry they account for the majority of diamonds used in today’s jewelry.

The video will show you how does the Gia grade the color of diamond,.Please watch the following 1 minute video for better understanding: