When purchasing a diamond, we recommend that you consider the 4 C's: Color, Cut, Clarity and Carat.

We take pride in offering great value. In order for us to offer this value, it is necessary to buy and sell diamonds in size ranges.

To help assist you in understanding these ranges, we provide the following chart of size tolerances. A diamond's size/weight is measured in carats. A carat is divided into 100 points. Therefore, a diamond of 75 points weighs .75 carat. Diamond weights apply to both solitaires and multiple stone diamond jewelry.

• Diamond weights may not be exact. See the chart below for size ranges.

  1/10 Ct. can be 09. to .11 carat
  1/8 Ct can be .12 to .13 carat
  1/7 Ct. can be .14 to .15 carat
  1/6 Ct. can be .16 to .17 carat
  1/5 Ct. can be .18 to .22 carat
  1/4 Ct can be .23 to .29 carat
  1/3 Ct. can be .30 to .36 carat
  3/8 Ct. can be .37 to .45 carat
  1/2 Ct. can be .46 to .58 carat
  5/8 Ct. can be .59 to .68 carat
  3/4 Ct. can be .69 to .84 carat
  7/8 Ct. can be .85 to .95 carat
  1 Ct. can be .96 to 1.10 carat
  1 1/4 Ct. can be 1.20 to 1.29 carat
  1 1/2 Ct. can be 1.45 to 1.55 carat
  1 3/4 Ct. can be 1.69 to 1.82 carat
  2 Ct. can be 1.95 to 2.05 carat

• Jewelry may be shown larger than actual size to show the magnificent detail.
  
  
• All prices subject to change, due to the volatility of gold, silver and diamond markets.
  
  
• T.W. = total diamond weight.
  
  
• T.G.W. = Total Gem Weight.
  

Most color gemstones have be treated to enhance their color or durability. This treatment is usually permanent, but some is only surface treatment, and can be worn or chipped off. Ask a Sales Associate at 1-937-399-6081 about treatment and special care.

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