{"id":22601,"date":"2024-11-03T15:19:20","date_gmt":"2024-11-03T14:19:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diamantwerp.be\/the-4cs-of-diamond\/diamantkaraat\/"},"modified":"2026-05-10T22:24:18","modified_gmt":"2026-05-10T20:24:18","slug":"diamantkaraat","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/diamantwerp.be\/nl\/de-4cs-van-diamant\/diamantkaraat\/","title":{"rendered":"Diamantkaraat"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section preset--module--divi-section--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_0 et_pb_code et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"><style>\n.dw-breadcrumbs {\n    font-family: 'Raleway', sans-serif;\n    font-size: 12px;\n    color: #737373;\n    letter-spacing: 1px;\n  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href=\"https:\/\/diamantwerp.be\/nl\/\">Home<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_0 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-heading--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h1 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Diamond <em>Carat<\/em><\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--subgry00001\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><span>Understanding diamond weight, how it affects price, and why bigger isn't always better.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_divider_0 et_pb_divider et_pb_space et_pb_divider_position_top et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section preset--module--divi-section--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_1 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h4{font-family:'Playfair Display',Georgia,serif;font-size:18px;color:#fff;text-transform:none;letter-spacing:0;font-weight:500;margin-bottom:8px}\n.dw-4c-cta-box p{font-family:'Raleway',sans-serif;font-size:13px;color:#737373;margin-bottom:14px;line-height:1.7}\n.dw-4c-cta-box a.dw-btn{display:block;text-align:center;background:#b8a67e;color:#0a0a0a;padding:12px 24px;font-family:'Raleway',sans-serif;font-size:12px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:1.5px;text-transform:uppercase;text-decoration:none;transition:background .3s}\n.dw-4c-cta-box a.dw-btn:hover{background:#d4c9a8}\n@media(max-width:980px){\n.dw-4c-sidebar{position:static}\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"dw-4c-sidebar\">\n    <h4>The 4 C's<\/h4>\n    <ul>\n        <li><a href=\"https:\/\/diamantwerp.be\/nl\/the-4cs-of-diamond\/diamantslijpsel\/\"><i class=\"fas fa-gem\"><\/i> Cut<\/a><\/li>\n        <li><a href=\"https:\/\/diamantwerp.be\/nl\/the-4cs-of-diamond\/diamantkleur\/\"><i class=\"fas fa-palette\"><\/i> Colour<\/a><\/li>\n        <li><a href=\"https:\/\/diamantwerp.be\/nl\/the-4cs-of-diamond\/diamantzuiverheid\/\"><i class=\"fas fa-search\"><\/i> Clarity<\/a><\/li>\n        <li><a href=\"https:\/\/diamantwerp.be\/nl\/the-4cs-of-diamond\/diamantkaraat\/\"class=\"active\">> <i class=\"fas fa-balance-scale\"><\/i> Carat<\/a><\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n    <div class=\"dw-4c-cta-box\">\n        <h4>Need Help Choosing?<\/h4>\n        <p>Our gemologists can help you find the perfect diamond within your budget.<\/p>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/diamantwerp.be\/nl\/contact\/\" class=\"dw-btn\">Contact Us<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_2 et_pb_code et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"> <link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cdnjs.cloudflare.com\/ajax\/libs\/font-awesome\/6.5.1\/css\/all.min.css\"><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_18_24 et_flex_column_18_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_pb_row_nested et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_1 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-heading--uuudy2piy6\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Understanding Diamond Carat<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><span>Carat is the\u00a0<\/span><strong>standard unit of weight for diamonds and gemstones<\/strong><span>. One carat equals exactly 200 milligrams (0.2 grams). The word \"carat\" originates from the carob seed \u2014 ancient gem traders used these remarkably uniform seeds as counterweights on their balance scales because each seed was almost identical in mass.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><div style=\"background: #151515; border-left: 3px solid #b8a67e; padding: 24px 28px; margin: 28px 0;\">\n<p style=\"color: #d0d0d0; margin: 0;\"><strong>Key insight:<\/strong><span>\u00a0Prices jump significantly at \"magic numbers\" \u2014 0.50ct, 1.00ct, 1.50ct and 2.00ct. A 0.95ct diamond looks virtually identical to a 1.00ct diamond but can cost 15\u201320% less.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><span>Today, the metric carat is internationally standardised by the General Conference on Weights and Measures. Every certified diamond is weighed to the hundredth of a carat (two decimal places) using highly sensitive electronic scales. A diamond weighing 1.38 carats, for example, is described as \"one point three eight carats\" \u2014 or simply \"one thirty-eight\" in diamond trade parlance.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_3 et_pb_row et_pb_row_nested et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_4 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_2 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-heading--uuudy2piy6\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Carat Weight & Face-Up Size<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_4 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><span>While carat measures weight, the table below shows how different carat weights translate to visible\u00a0<\/span><strong>face-up diameter<\/strong><span>\u00a0for a round brilliant diamond with ideal proportions. These circles are drawn to scale.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_3 et_pb_code et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"> <!-- ===== SVG 1: FACE-UP SIZE COMPARISON ===== -->\n\n\n    <div class=\"svg-box\">\n    <svg viewBox=\"0 0 700 280\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n\n        <!-- Title -->\n        <text x=\"350\" y=\"20\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Raleway,sans-serif\" font-size=\"11\" font-weight=\"700\" letter-spacing=\"3\" fill=\"#b8a67e\">ROUND BRILLIANT \u2014 FACE-UP SIZE COMPARISON<\/text>\n        <text x=\"350\" y=\"35\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Raleway,sans-serif\" font-size=\"9\" fill=\"#505050\" font-style=\"italic\" letter-spacing=\".8\">Circles drawn to scale based on ideal cut proportions<\/text>\n\n        <!-- Baseline -->\n        <line x1=\"30\" y1=\"200\" x2=\"670\" y2=\"200\" stroke=\"#242424\" stroke-width=\".8\"\/>\n\n        <!-- 0.25ct \u2014 ~4.1mm \u2192 scale: r=17 -->\n        <g>\n            <circle cx=\"70\" cy=\"183\" r=\"17\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#b8a67e\" stroke-width=\"1.2\" opacity=\".5\"\/>\n            <circle cx=\"70\" cy=\"183\" r=\"17\" fill=\"rgba(184,166,126,0.04)\"\/>\n            <line x1=\"53\" y1=\"183\" x2=\"87\" y2=\"183\" stroke=\"#505050\" stroke-width=\".5\" stroke-dasharray=\"2,2\"\/>\n            <text x=\"70\" y=\"218\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Raleway,sans-serif\" font-size=\"13\" font-weight=\"600\" fill=\"#d0d0d0\">0.25<\/text>\n            <text x=\"70\" y=\"232\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Raleway,sans-serif\" font-size=\"9\" fill=\"#505050\">~4.1 mm<\/text>\n        <\/g>\n\n        <!-- 0.50ct \u2014 ~5.1mm \u2192 scale: r=21 -->\n        <g>\n            <circle cx=\"165\" cy=\"179\" r=\"21\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#b8a67e\" stroke-width=\"1.2\" opacity=\".6\"\/>\n            <circle cx=\"165\" cy=\"179\" r=\"21\" fill=\"rgba(184,166,126,0.04)\"\/>\n            <line x1=\"144\" y1=\"179\" x2=\"186\" y2=\"179\" stroke=\"#505050\" stroke-width=\".5\" stroke-dasharray=\"2,2\"\/>\n            <text x=\"165\" y=\"218\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Raleway,sans-serif\" font-size=\"13\" font-weight=\"600\" fill=\"#d0d0d0\">0.50<\/text>\n            <text x=\"165\" y=\"232\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Raleway,sans-serif\" font-size=\"9\" fill=\"#505050\">~5.1 mm<\/text>\n        <\/g>\n\n        <!-- 0.75ct \u2014 ~5.8mm \u2192 scale: r=24 -->\n        <g>\n            <circle cx=\"270\" cy=\"176\" r=\"24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#b8a67e\" stroke-width=\"1.2\" opacity=\".65\"\/>\n            <circle cx=\"270\" cy=\"176\" r=\"24\" fill=\"rgba(184,166,126,0.04)\"\/>\n            <line x1=\"246\" y1=\"176\" x2=\"294\" y2=\"176\" stroke=\"#505050\" stroke-width=\".5\" stroke-dasharray=\"2,2\"\/>\n            <text x=\"270\" y=\"218\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Raleway,sans-serif\" font-size=\"13\" font-weight=\"600\" fill=\"#d0d0d0\">0.75<\/text>\n            <text x=\"270\" y=\"232\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Raleway,sans-serif\" font-size=\"9\" fill=\"#505050\">~5.8 mm<\/text>\n        <\/g>\n\n        <!-- 1.00ct \u2014 ~6.5mm \u2192 scale: r=27 -->\n        <g>\n            <circle cx=\"385\" cy=\"173\" r=\"27\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#b8a67e\" stroke-width=\"1.4\" opacity=\".75\"\/>\n            <circle cx=\"385\" cy=\"173\" r=\"27\" fill=\"rgba(184,166,126,0.06)\"\/>\n            <line x1=\"358\" y1=\"173\" x2=\"412\" y2=\"173\" stroke=\"#505050\" stroke-width=\".5\" stroke-dasharray=\"2,2\"\/>\n            <!-- Highlight ring for 1ct -->\n            <circle cx=\"385\" cy=\"173\" r=\"30\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#b8a67e\" stroke-width=\".4\" stroke-dasharray=\"3,3\" opacity=\".4\"\/>\n            <text x=\"385\" y=\"218\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Raleway,sans-serif\" font-size=\"13\" font-weight=\"700\" fill=\"#b8a67e\">1.00<\/text>\n            <text x=\"385\" y=\"232\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Raleway,sans-serif\" font-size=\"9\" fill=\"#9a8a64\">~6.5 mm<\/text>\n        <\/g>\n\n        <!-- 1.50ct \u2014 ~7.4mm \u2192 scale: r=31 -->\n        <g>\n            <circle cx=\"510\" cy=\"169\" r=\"31\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#b8a67e\" stroke-width=\"1.2\" opacity=\".7\"\/>\n            <circle cx=\"510\" cy=\"169\" r=\"31\" fill=\"rgba(184,166,126,0.04)\"\/>\n            <line x1=\"479\" y1=\"169\" x2=\"541\" y2=\"169\" stroke=\"#505050\" stroke-width=\".5\" stroke-dasharray=\"2,2\"\/>\n            <text x=\"510\" y=\"218\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Raleway,sans-serif\" font-size=\"13\" font-weight=\"600\" fill=\"#d0d0d0\">1.50<\/text>\n            <text x=\"510\" y=\"232\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Raleway,sans-serif\" font-size=\"9\" fill=\"#505050\">~7.4 mm<\/text>\n        <\/g>\n\n        <!-- 2.00ct \u2014 ~8.2mm \u2192 scale: r=34 -->\n        <g>\n            <circle cx=\"630\" cy=\"166\" r=\"34\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#b8a67e\" stroke-width=\"1.2\" opacity=\".75\"\/>\n            <circle cx=\"630\" cy=\"166\" r=\"34\" fill=\"rgba(184,166,126,0.04)\"\/>\n            <line x1=\"596\" y1=\"166\" x2=\"664\" y2=\"166\" stroke=\"#505050\" stroke-width=\".5\" stroke-dasharray=\"2,2\"\/>\n            <text x=\"630\" y=\"218\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Raleway,sans-serif\" font-size=\"13\" font-weight=\"600\" fill=\"#d0d0d0\">2.00<\/text>\n            <text x=\"630\" y=\"232\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Raleway,sans-serif\" font-size=\"9\" fill=\"#505050\">~8.2 mm<\/text>\n        <\/g>\n\n        <!-- Unit labels -->\n        <text x=\"350\" y=\"256\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Raleway,sans-serif\" font-size=\"9.5\" font-weight=\"600\" fill=\"#b8a67e\" letter-spacing=\"2\">CARAT WEIGHT (CT)<\/text>\n        <text x=\"350\" y=\"272\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Raleway,sans-serif\" font-size=\"8.5\" fill=\"#3a3a3a\" font-style=\"italic\">Based on GIA ideal cut proportions for round brilliant diamonds<\/text>\n\n    <\/svg>\n    <\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_4 et_pb_row et_pb_row_nested et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_5 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_3 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-heading--uuudy2piy6\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Carat Weight Reference Guide<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_5 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><span>The following table provides a comprehensive overview of common carat weights, their approximate face-up dimensions, and practical size references to help you visualise each weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_4 et_pb_code et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"><div class=\"dw-carat-cards\">\n\n    <div class=\"carat-card\">\n        <span class=\"card-weight\">0.25 ct<\/span>\n        <span class=\"card-diameter\">~4.1 mm<\/span>\n        <span class=\"card-desc\">Small stud earring. A subtle, delicate diamond suitable for everyday accent jewellery.<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"carat-card magic\">\n        <span class=\"card-weight\">0.50 ct <span class=\"magic-tag\">Magic \u2116<\/span><\/span>\n        <span class=\"card-diameter\">~5.1 mm<\/span>\n        <span class=\"card-desc\">Classic solitaire size \u2014 the most popular choice for everyday engagement rings. First major price threshold.<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"carat-card\">\n        <span class=\"card-weight\">0.75 ct<\/span>\n        <span class=\"card-diameter\">~5.8 mm<\/span>\n        <span class=\"card-desc\">Noticeable presence on the finger. An excellent \"sweet spot\" between 0.50ct and the 1.00ct premium.<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"carat-card magic\">\n        <span class=\"card-weight\">1.00 ct <span class=\"magic-tag\">Magic \u2116<\/span><\/span>\n        <span class=\"card-diameter\">~6.5 mm<\/span>\n        <span class=\"card-desc\">The benchmark \u2014 roughly the width of a pencil eraser. The single most in-demand carat weight, with the largest price jump.<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"carat-card magic\">\n        <span class=\"card-weight\">1.50 ct <span class=\"magic-tag\">Magic \u2116<\/span><\/span>\n        <span class=\"card-diameter\">~7.4 mm<\/span>\n        <span class=\"card-desc\">Statement piece. Clearly substantial on the hand and a significant step up in visual impact from 1.00ct.<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"carat-card magic\">\n        <span class=\"card-weight\">2.00 ct <span class=\"magic-tag\">Magic \u2116<\/span><\/span>\n        <span class=\"card-diameter\">~8.2 mm<\/span>\n        <span class=\"card-desc\">Exceptional presence that commands attention. Roughly double the price-per-carat of a 1.00ct diamond.<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"carat-card\">\n        <span class=\"card-weight\">3.00 ct<\/span>\n        <span class=\"card-diameter\">~9.3 mm<\/span>\n        <span class=\"card-desc\">Rare and prestigious. Noticeable from across a room \u2014 fewer than 1% of mined diamonds reach this weight.<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"carat-card\">\n        <span class=\"card-weight\">5.00 ct +<\/span>\n        <span class=\"card-diameter\">~11.0 mm +<\/span>\n        <span class=\"card-desc\">Collector and investment grade. Extraordinarily rare \u2014 each stone is essentially unique and priced accordingly.<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<p style=\"font-size:12px;color:#505050;margin-top:8px;\">*Approximate diameters for round brilliant cut with ideal proportions. Fancy shapes will vary.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_5 et_pb_row et_pb_row_nested et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_6 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_4 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-heading--uuudy2piy6\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Carat Weight & Price<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_6 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><span>Diamond prices increase\u00a0<\/span><strong>exponentially, not linearly<\/strong><span>, with carat weight. A 2-carat diamond doesn't cost twice as much as a 1-carat diamond \u2014 it can cost 4 to 5 times more. The reason is simple: larger rough diamonds are significantly rarer in nature, making them disproportionately valuable.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_5 et_pb_code et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"><div class=\"svg-box\">\n    <svg viewBox=\"0 0 700 320\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n\n        <!-- Title -->\n        <text x=\"350\" y=\"20\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Raleway,sans-serif\" font-size=\"11\" font-weight=\"700\" letter-spacing=\"3\" fill=\"#b8a67e\">PRICE PER CARAT VS CARAT WEIGHT<\/text>\n        <text x=\"350\" y=\"35\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Raleway,sans-serif\" font-size=\"9\" fill=\"#505050\" font-style=\"italic\" letter-spacing=\".8\">Illustrative \u2014 actual prices vary by cut, colour and clarity<\/text>\n\n        <!-- Axes -->\n        <line x1=\"80\" y1=\"50\" x2=\"80\" y2=\"260\" stroke=\"#363636\" stroke-width=\"1\"\/>\n        <line x1=\"80\" y1=\"260\" x2=\"660\" y2=\"260\" 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magic number<\/strong><span>\u00a0is one of the smartest strategies for diamond buyers. A 0.90ct diamond and a 1.00ct diamond are virtually indistinguishable face-up, yet the price difference can be dramati<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_6 et_pb_row et_pb_row_nested et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_7 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_5 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-heading--uuudy2piy6\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Understanding Magic Numbers<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_8 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>In the diamond trade, certain carat weights are known as<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong>\"magic numbers\"<\/strong><span>\u00a0<\/span>\u2014 the psychological thresholds where consumer demand (and therefore prices) spike dramatically. These are 0.50ct, 1.00ct, 1.50ct and 2.00ct.<\/p>\n<p>The price jumps occur because diamond cutters are incentivised to keep stones above these thresholds. A rough diamond that could produce a beautifully proportioned 0.95ct stone might instead be cut to a mediocre 1.01ct \u2014 sacrificing cut quality to hit the magic number. This is why it's crucial to always<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong>prioritise cut grade over carat weight<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_9 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><div style=\"background: #151515; border-left: 3px solid #b8a67e; padding: 24px 28px; margin: 28px 0;\">\n<p style=\"color: #d0d0d0; margin: 0;\"><strong>Smart buying tip:<\/strong><span>\u00a0Look for diamonds in the \"sweet spot\" ranges: 0.40\u20130.49ct, 0.85\u20130.99ct, 1.30\u20131.49ct or 1.80\u20131.99ct. You'll get nearly the same visual size at significantly lower prices \u2014 and at Diamantwerp, our wholesale pricing already gives you up to 75% savings versus retail.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_7 et_pb_row et_pb_row_nested et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_8 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_6 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-heading--uuudy2piy6\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Carat vs. Size Perception<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_10 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>One of the most common misconceptions is that carat equals size. Carat measures<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong>weight<\/strong>, not dimensions. Two diamonds of identical carat weight can appear different sizes depending on their cut proportions and shape.<\/p>\n<p>A well-cut diamond has optimal proportions that maximise its face-up appearance \u2014 the part you see when the diamond is set in a ring. A poorly cut diamond may carry more weight in its depth, making it appear smaller from above despite weighing the same. This is another reason why<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong>cut is the most important of the 4 C's<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_8 et_pb_row et_pb_row_nested et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_9 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_7 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-heading--uuudy2piy6\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">How Diamond Shape Affects Apparent Size<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_11 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><span>Different diamond shapes distribute weight differently. 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This system allows extremely precise measurements \u2014 critical for pricing, since even small weight differences can mean significant price variations.<\/p>\n<p>When browsing our collection, you'll see weights expressed in both formats: a 0.53ct diamond might be described as \"fifty-three points\" or simply \"half-carat range.\"<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_10 et_pb_row et_pb_row_nested et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_11 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_9 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-heading--uuudy2piy6\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Total Carat Weight (TCW)<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_13 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>When shopping for jewellery with multiple diamonds, you'll encounter<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong>total carat weight (TCW)<\/strong><span>\u00a0<\/span>\u2014 the combined weight of all diamonds in a piece. A ring advertised as \"2.00 TCW\" might contain one 1.50ct centre stone with four 0.125ct accent stones.<\/p>\n<p>Be cautious: a 2.00 TCW ring does<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong>not<\/strong><span>\u00a0<\/span>mean it has a 2-carat centre diamond. Always verify the weight of the individual centre stone, as this is what primarily determines the ring's visual impact and value.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_11 et_pb_row et_pb_row_nested et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_12 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_10 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-heading--uuudy2piy6\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Carat vs. Karat<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_14 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><span>A common source of confusion:\u00a0<\/span><strong>carat<\/strong><span>\u00a0(ct) measures the weight of diamonds and gemstones, while\u00a0<\/span><strong>karat<\/strong><span>\u00a0(K or kt) measures the purity of gold. 24-karat gold is pure gold, 18-karat gold contains 75% gold. Despite similar pronunciation, they refer to entirely different properties.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_12 et_pb_row et_pb_row_nested et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_13 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_11 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-heading--uuudy2piy6\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Our Recommendation<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_15 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Consider diamonds<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong>just below the \"magic numbers\"<\/strong><span>\u00a0<\/span>\u2014 0.90\u20130.99ct instead of exactly 1.00ct, for example. The visual difference is imperceptible, but the price difference can be significant. Invest those savings in a better cut grade for maximum sparkle.<\/p>\n<p>At Diamantwerp, our<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong>wholesale pricing<\/strong><span>\u00a0<\/span>means you're already saving up to 75% compared to retail. This gives you the freedom to explore higher carat weights that would otherwise be out of reach \u2014 without compromising on cut, colour or clarity. Every diamond in our collection is certified by GIA, HRD Antwerp or IGI.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_2 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section preset--module--divi-section--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_13 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_14 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_16 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>COMMON Questions<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_17 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_divider_1 et_pb_divider et_pb_space et_pb_divider_position_top et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_14 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_15 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_0 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_open et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-toggle--default\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What does carat mean in diamonds?<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><div class=\"faq-item\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<div class=\"faq-a\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<div itemprop=\"text\">\n<div class=\"faq-item active\">\n<div class=\"faq-answer\">\n<div class=\"faq-answer-inner\">\n<p><span>Carat (ct) is the standard unit of weight for diamonds and gemstones. One carat equals exactly 200 milligrams (0.2 grams). The term comes from carob seeds, which were historically used as balance weights due to their remarkably consistent mass. Carat measures weight only \u2014 not size or dimensions.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_1 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-toggle--default\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How much does a 1 carat diamond cost?<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><div class=\"faq-item\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<div class=\"faq-a\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<div itemprop=\"text\"><span>The price of a 1 carat diamond varies enormously depending on cut, colour and clarity. At Diamantwerp, certified 1 carat diamonds with good specifications start from approximately \u20ac2,500 \u2014 up to 75% below traditional retail prices. Prices increase exponentially with carat weight, so a 2 carat diamond costs significantly more than double a 1 carat stone.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_2 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-toggle--default\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What is the difference between carat and karat?<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><div class=\"faq-col\">\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-a\"><span>Carat (ct) measures the weight of diamonds and gemstones (1 carat = 0.2 grams). Karat (K or kt) measures the purity of gold (24 karat = pure gold). Despite their similar pronunciation, they refer to completely different properties \u2014 one measures weight, the other measures metal purity.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_3 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-toggle--default\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Is a higher carat diamond always better?<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><div class=\"faq-col\">\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-a\"><span>Not necessarily. A well-cut 0.90ct diamond will often appear more brilliant and beautiful than a poorly cut 1.20ct diamond. Cut quality has the greatest impact on a diamond's visual appeal. We recommend prioritising cut grade over carat weight \u2014 a smaller diamond with excellent cut will outperform a larger diamond with mediocre proportions.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_4 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-toggle--default\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What are diamond magic numbers?<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><div class=\"faq-col\">\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-a\"><span>Magic numbers are popular carat weights where prices jump disproportionately \u2014 0.50ct, 1.00ct, 1.50ct and 2.00ct. Because demand spikes at these round numbers, a 0.99ct diamond can cost 15\u201320% less than a 1.00ct stone despite being visually identical. Buying just below a magic number is one of the smartest strategies for diamond buyers.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_5 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-toggle--default\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How big is a 1 carat diamond?<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><div class=\"faq-col\">\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-a\"><span>A well-cut 1 carat round brilliant diamond measures approximately 6.5mm in diameter \u2014 roughly the width of a standard pencil eraser. 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