Diamonds

Diamond Color
The color of a diamond is another important factor to consider when you are shopping.. According to jewelers in-the-know, the best color for a diamond is a diamond with no color whatsoever. However, in reality, a diamond with no trace of color is something that rarely occurs naturally. As such, the various hues or colors that are present in a diamond can either enhance or diminish the value of that diamond. For instance, diamonds with intense pink or blue coloring are considered to be extremely desirable on the diamond market, whereas diamonds with a yellow hue are less desirable. As a direct result, the prices of these different diamonds vary considerably with the pink or blue tinged diamonds commanding the higher prices.

To address this important issue of color in diamonds, the GIA has created a helpful system that rates the degree of color present in these jewels. Diamonds are given ratings from D to Z, with crystal clear diamonds getting a rating designation of D, and diamonds with clear light brown or yellow coloration getting a Z rating designation.

D-F diamonds are colorless.
G-J diamonds are almost colorless.
K-M diamonds are slightly tinted, yellow.
N-R diamonds are slightly tinted and can be seen with the naked eye.
S-Z diamonds can even be a slight brown color, and its tint can be seen with the naked eye.