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Diamonds are graded according to their cut, clarity, carat weight and colour.

You can read more about each, below.

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What are the color measurement for diamonds?

There are several colour measurements for diamonds, including grades of 'white' and grades of coloured stones. You can read more about grades of 'white' diamonds, below. You can also read more about grades of coloured stones, below.


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What are the different cuts of diamonds?

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How are amethyst and diamonds different?

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Are diamonds pink?

Sometimes. Diamonds can come in a variety of different colour. Pink diamonds are actually among the world's rarest and most expensive diamonds.


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Are diamonds made out of topaz?

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