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Because these two gems are different minerals and are valued differently, your question is akin to the question -- which is more expensive: apples or Oranges?
Generally, the highest quality diamond of the same carat weight as the highest quality sapphire, the diamond will be more expensive. However, this statement is not always true.
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∙ 8y ago
Wiki User
∙ 8y agoDiamonds aren't as valuable as society makes you believe. People can even create diamonds, but because of the hype that is involved with engagement rings needing to be diamonds, you pay the price of popularity. Sapphires are much more rare and valuable.
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Why are diamonds more common than rubies sapphires and emeralds?
It is true that rubies, sapphires, and emeralds are more rare than diamonds. The reason is that the elements which make up rubies, sapphires, and emeralds which give them their color are more rare in the environment than carbon which is what diamonds are made of.
Are blue diamonds called sapphires?
No. Blue diamonds are formed from carbon and contain trace amounts of boron. Sapphires are formed from corundum, an aluminium oxide (α-Al2O3). Not all sapphires are blue.
Are vivid blue diamonds rarer and more expensive than vivid pink diamonds?
No. Pink diamonds are little more but they are both more expensive then colorless diamonds.
Is pink diamonds more expensive than white diamonds?
Pink diamonds are the rarest and the most expensive of diamonds in the market. Prices can run into the millions due to their rarity. An affordable alternative is pink sapphires which many jewelers recommend.
What is the most expensive item in Macy's?
Diamonds diamonds and more diamonds
Are black diamonds more or less expensive than regular diamonds?
Black diamonds are more porous and from younger sedimentary rocks, so they are not as expensive as other diamonds.
Why are diamonds more expensive than cz's?
Diamonds are more rare than CZs.
How do you mine sapphires?
Sapphires are dug from the earth in a similar fashion to diamonds. They are located in Montana, North Carolina, and the island of Madagascar.
Are diamonds more expensive in south Africa than in America?
Yes because diamonds in South Africa is more expensive than in America.
How do you get free diamonds in pet party?
You can watch videos to get free sapphires.
What is more expensive uranium or diamonds?
Gramme for gramme. diamonds will cost you more than uranium.
What wet stone can you see through?
Rubies can and so can sapphires and diamonds
