Carat Weight

The last of the factors used to determine the value of a diamond is purely a measure of size. 100 points are the equivalent of one carat and five carats is equal to one gram. Certain sought after sizes of diamonds, such as 1.00ct, can attract a slight premium.

For more information about diamond quality, please refer to the De Beers web site for a detailed explanation of the 4Cs. A link is provided on this site.

Link to Hermitage - http://www.hermitagediamonds.com.au/

Link to Passion 8 - http://www.passion8diamonds.com/

Link to Diamond Guild Australia - http://www.diamondguild.com.au/htm/home.htm