You are looking to sell your loose diamonds in San Diego, but you are hesitant about making the plunge. After all, you want to get the best price for your diamonds, but you also want to avoid excessive hassle. Let’s have a look at the factors which are most significant in determining the value of loose diamonds in San Diego.
Carat weight of a diamond is without a doubt the primary factor for the value of loose diamonds in San Diego. The bigger the diamond, the more expensive it is. Have a look at the carat sizes to get an idea of the differences. Can you imagine just how valuable the world’s largest diamond must be? At Leo Hamel Jewelry & Gold Buyers, we even pay premiums for diamonds 2.00 carats in weight or more.
Rough diamonds are cut into shapes with facets and angles. The cut is the single most important factor when it comes to the sparkle and fire of a diamond. Even if a diamond is exceptionally clear, it can appear dull and lifeless if it’s not cut for the best performance. The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) grades cuts as Poor, Good, Very Good and Excellent. A Very Good or Excellent cut diamond will be more valuable than the other two grades.
Diamonds come in many shapes. The most prized is the round cut, which is also called the round brilliant cut. With the largest number of facets, this shape of diamond (when expertly cut) reflects the most light. The round brilliant cut is in highest demand, so these diamonds will fetch a higher price when you want to sell them. However, there are other popular shapes that could return a great amount of investment.
The more colorless the diamond is, the better. D, E and F are the grades given to absolutely colorless diamonds, which are the rarest and most precious. As we progress further down the scale, the diamonds begin to show a slight yellow or brown cast to the body color.
It’s important to note that fancy yellow diamonds, which fall in the category of colored diamonds, are not graded on the D – Z scale. Even though they are colored, these diamonds are rarer, more coveted and some can be even more valuable than colorless diamonds.
Most diamonds are formed with imperfections, or inclusions, as jewelers call them. These imperfections can be dark and white spots, cracks, cloudiness, or bubbles. They can be more or less visible to the naked eye. The diamond will be more prized if it has fewer inclusions and if the inclusions are invisible to the naked eye.
Leo Hamel’s jewelry buyers are interested in seeing any loose diamonds you are looking to sell. We have GIA-trained buyers on staff, who will gladly help you get the best price for your valuables. No appointment necessary! Go to www.leohamel.com/locations to find a jewelry buyer near you.