How to Buy Rough Diamond Jewelry
Jewelry set with rough diamonds is soooo in right now! Ever since celebrities and socialites have started wearing rough diamond jewelry to red carpet events the everyday consumer has become obsessed with these nature-inspired jewelry creations. Rough diamond jewelry has a definite rustic feel to it, which appeals to both young and old demographics.
Here are a few useful tips on how to buy rough diamond jewelry:
- Rough diamonds have a certain monetary value, a value which is determined by a diamonds four main characteristics, which include its cut, color, clarity and carat weight. Since rough diamonds are left uncut and unpolished, the ‘cut’ characteristic is irrelevant. However, a diamond’s clarity, color and carat weight still apply. Expert gemologists can estimate a rough diamond’s clarity and color grades by clearing a small patch of rough off of the diamond’s surface, which ultimately allows them to inspect the diamond under a high powered microscope. As such, a rough diamond is priced according to the potential polished diamond which can be produced out of the rough matter. Generally speaking, rough diamond jewelry is less expensive than polished diamond jewelry, since the cost of cutting and polishing a diamond is omitted. However, that is not always the case. Diamond costs can vary according to the market’s fluctuations and to a gemstone’s varying clarity, cut and color grades. I recommend that, before you go shopping for rough diamond jewelry, browse websites containing information on a diamond’s 4 C’s and perspective diamond prices. Get a good idea of how much rough diamonds should cost before you make your final purchase. That’s how I do it!
- I always recommend having your diamond jewelry appraised. An appraisal is increasingly important when it comes to rough diamond jewelry since rough diamonds are not accompanied with GIA or AGS certificates of authenticity which are a must-have when it comes to polished diamonds. An appraisal will give you a good idea of how much your rough diamond jewelry is worth, and if you should insure the items against possible loss, theft or damages. Since rough diamond jewelry does not come with a certificate, you’ll have no idea whether the diamonds you are being sold are authentic until you’ve already made your purchase and taken your jewelry to an appraiser. That’s why I think you should always ask for a receipt for your diamond jewelry so if it turns out that the diamonds are fake you could always ask for your money back.
- Although rough diamonds do not come with a GIA or AGS certificate, they are supposed to have a KPC (Kimberly Process certificate). A KPC means that the rough diamonds were purchased legally. A KPC lets you know that you are not buying conflict diamonds.
- Always look for an accredited vendor. Look online for local vendors who specialize in rough diamond jewelry and have good customer reviews. 5. If you’re planning on buying loose rough diamonds and then setting them into jewelry, then it is important that you make sure that the setting you choose for your jewelry will be able to properly house your loose rough diamonds and that the jewelry’s overall aesthetic complements the rough diamonds’ uniqueness and natural beauty.
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