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The name for a large flawless diamond of 99 carats or more is a Paragon.

In olden days, this name was given to flawless diamonds that were at least 12 carats, however the standard was raised over time.

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What is the largest white diamond in the world?

(When you indicate 'white' one must assume the D colour. There may be larger stones in the world, but this is the largest graded with a D colour.) Apparently, it is the DeBeers Centenary Diamond, described as weighing in at 273.85 carats (54.77 g). It is a D colour stone, and is internally and externally flawless. Read more, below.


How much is 1.45 carats of diamonds worth?

The value of 1.45 carats of diamonds will depend on weather you have one single diamond or more. Do you have 145 diamonds with a total weight of 1.45 carats or 2 0.5 carat diamonds and a 0.45 carat diamond? Large diamonds are many many times more valuable than small ones and a single 1.45 carat diamond will be worth far more than tree diamonds with a total carat weight of 1.45 carats


Does a black diamond weigh more than a white diamond?

No, the color of a diamond does not affect its weight. The weight of a diamond is measured in carats, and this is based on the diamond's mass, not its color.


Where you can find the purest diamond in the world?

A stone of this quality is known as a Paragon -- and there is such as stone: named The Paragon.You can read more about it, below. From that page:"The largest flawless diamond in the world is known as The Paragon - a D-class gem weighing 137.82 carats (27.56 g), which is the 10th largest white diamond in the world." Today it is apparently in the possession of Graff Jewelers.


Explain why the cullinan diamond is an important gem?

The Cullinan diamond is famous for being the largest gem-quality diamond ever discovered, weighing over 3,100 carats in its rough form. It was cut into several smaller diamonds, with the largest pieces adorning the British Crown Jewels. Its exceptional size, quality, and historical significance contribute to its importance in the world of gemstones.

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What is a flawless diamond called?

A Flawless diamond is called Flawless on the clarity scale. The diamond is also graded according to its colour, its carat weight and its cut. Unless the stone is larger than about 10 carats, it might not have a name. However, if it is a strikingly unusual colour, a smaller stone might be named. You can read more about named diamonds, below.


What is the largest white diamond in the world?

(When you indicate 'white' one must assume the D colour. There may be larger stones in the world, but this is the largest graded with a D colour.) Apparently, it is the DeBeers Centenary Diamond, described as weighing in at 273.85 carats (54.77 g). It is a D colour stone, and is internally and externally flawless. Read more, below.


How much is a perfect 10 carat diamond worth?

The largest Flawless, D Colour diamond for sale today on Blue Nile weighs 7.65 carats and sells for US$1,167,550 or US$152,621 per carat. (You can calculate your 10-carat estimate from this per carat value.) You may be able to find a different 'perfect' and differently coloured diamond at an auction house that weighs exactly 10 carats. The diamond could be a Deep Fancy yellow, blue, pink, or other colour. There, the price will be established by the bidders in the room at the time of sale. A deep fancy coloured diamond that is flawless and large will probably cost you more per carat than the D colour diamond, above.


What is a diamond called if it is 100 carats or more?

paragon


How many carats in the biggest black diamond?

You can read more about the Spirit of de Grisogono black diamond, below, which weighs 312.24 carats.


Name for a diamond of 100 carats or more?

Usually individual stones of more than 100 carats are named by the original buyer of the rough stone from which the finished carat weight is more than 100 carats. Generally, they are known as "...large or extraordinary diamonds," according to Wikipedia. Read more, below.


What is the world's largest diamond and how many carats does it have?

According to the site, below, the largest cut diamond is The Golden Jubilee which weighs 545.67 carats. The largest raw natural diamond is the Cullinan, weighing in at more than 3,000 carats.


How do diamonds get their names?

Large diamonds, typically more weighty than 14-20 carats, and many larger, earn their names based on who owns them, or who has owned them. Buying a 'large' diamond also buys diamond naming rights.


How many cts is the biggest diamond in the world?

The largest diamond in the world is the Cullinan diamond, which was discovered in South Africa in 1905. The Cullinan diamond weighed 3,106 carats in its rough form and was later cut into several smaller diamonds, with the largest finished diamond known as the Great Star of Africa weighing 530.2 carats.


What is the name of a diamond that is 100 carats or more?

When you own a diamond of this carat weight, you can name it whatever you like.


What diamond has the most karats?

The heaviest diamond has the most carats. The heaviest diamond found to date was found in 1906 in South Africa, and it weighed more than 3,100 carats. Physically, it filled the palm of a grown man's hand.


How is the cullinan diamond famous?

The Cullinan at more than 3,000 carats, remains the largest raw diamond ever found.