Difference in Sizes of Diamonds

 Would I be able to Notice Size Differences in Carat Weights?

What carat size should I choose? Can I differentiate between 2 diamonds that are 0.3 mm apart? When would I start seeing a visual difference in size with diamonds from different carat weight groups?

 

Don't worry; you aren't alone in asking these questions. We at Royale Diamonds get asked questions like these regularly, so we created this blog to answer them.

 

Firstly let us address why people tend to raise such a query.

 

Since we are talking about a solitaire ring that costs lakhs of rupees, fundamental thought is always associated with pricing. After all, we all want the best value for our money, so we don't want to make a purchasing decision that would not do justice to that thought!

Diamond Prices are Directly Proportionate with Carat Weight

 

Diamond prices keep on increasing at every 10 cents (0.1 carats). For example, a 0.70-carat diamond would cost about 20% more than a 0.60-carat diamond with similar specifications.

The difference in size between these two diamond sizes is roughly 0.3mm. And if you pick up a scale and look at the subdivisions, a 0.3mm difference may be a minor size difference.

A Scale Showing 1mm markings.

The issue that requires attention is: Can we distinguish the differences?

Uncanny as it seems, people notice the 0.3mm difference when comparing objects of smaller sizes. When comparing more important things, our brains perceive the same contrast as insignificant.

Let us go through some examples to illustrate this.

                         

0.60 Carat     vs     0.70 Carat

5.4mm       vs       5.7mm

Do you see the difference of 0.3 mm between the two circles above? Well, most people notice this subtle difference when they compare a 0.60-carat diamond against a 0.70-carat diamond.

                    

1.50 Carat    vs    1.75 Carat

7.3mm      vs      7.6mm

Invariance, the same physical difference of 0.5mm between a 1.50-carat diamond and a 1.75-carat diamond, cannot be detected easily because of how our brain works.

Here are a few more Examples to Check

Also, what happens if the diamonds are further apart from each other?

                                                                        

0.90 Carat                               vs.                             1.00 Carat

                                                                            

1.50 Carat                               vs.                             1.75 Carat

                                                                            

2.50 Carat                             vs.                             2.80 Carat

It is harder to notice the size difference when they are apart. In real life, most people unconsciously observe diamonds from a distance, and picking up minute differences is challenging.

For those who intend to buy diamonds within the 0.50 - 0.75-carat ranges, we have another illustration to help you envision their appearance. If we refer to the image below, it is clear that the difference in size is very noticeable.

                          

0.50 Carat       vs       0.70 Carat

5.1mm         vs         5.7mm

Ultimately, What Matters Most is Your Opinion!

The opinion is more of a personalised matter than a generalised one. Some may see differences in sizes easily, and some won't. It is the same with the diamond colour, where some individuals can see apparent differences between F and G colour diamonds. In contrast, most of us will be able to identify the difference.

We know that some people get emotionally impacted by the size of the diamonds they possess. Even if they are wearing a 0.95-carat diamond, in their mind, it is only good enough if it is above the 1.00-carat diamond.

 

 

Go for a carat size that's "mind-clean" and economical. Diamonds are purchases which are supposed to be enjoyed instead of being something that always agonises you at the back of your mind.

When shopping for diamonds, it's best to go to Royale Diamonds. They have trusted experts who can answer any questions about the diamonds you are interested in.