The Value Of Diamonds Today

This original diamond price calculator has been relied upon by millions across the world since 2005.

The value of diamonds today.

A 0 5 carat diamond may cost 2 500 per carat. This price index for 1 carat 1 5 carat 2 carat and 3 carat diamonds will be updated periodically to reflect changing retail and wholesale diamond prices. Prices update monthly this round diamond price chart shows changes in diamond prices over the past few years for different sizes. For example the cost of a one carat diamond can range from just 1 500 to more than 16 000 for an extremely well cut high quality diamond while a two carat diamond could cost as little as 6 000 or as much as 80 000 based on its shape cut clarity and color grades.

The wholesale and retail prices chart below is petra gems best average estimates based on data of leading diamond suppliers and. We are very competitive in our valuations but many factors go into pricing specific diamonds. Diamonds are priced per carat. Color clarity cut and carat weight.

How to calculate diamond prices. This calculator works as a guideline of value for most diamonds. The per carat cost increases as the weight and quality increases. Note the price dip late 2008 the economic crisis and recent stabilization or even rises.

Diamond price chart for round diamonds. But since the reality is that 1 carat diamond prices range from 1 900 to 16 000 and 2 carat diamond prices range from 8 000 to 84 000 which is a huge difference so as a general rule of thumb in today s market my recommendation for best value for money diamond would be g color si1 clarity no fluorescence and at least very good cut and. To determine the price of a diamond you need to look at the 4cs. The second section of this article will explain how diamond prices are determined and calculated.

Diamond prices can vary hugely depending on a diamond s shape cut quality clarity and color.