subject: YELLOW DIAMONDS – SOME BASIC FACTS [print this page] YELLOW DIAMONDS SOME BASIC FACTS YELLOW DIAMONDS SOME BASIC FACTS
For any colored diamond, color is the most significant aspect when assessing its quality. Same is the case with yellow diamonds. The lighter shade of these diamonds is considered inferior vis-a-vis the darker one. A diamond is always evaluated on the basis of 3Cs i.e. clarity, cut and carat, but in a yellow diamond color, is considered more important than the 3Cs also. The purer is the color, the better the quality. Besides that, the evenness in the color adds to its value.
Basically, the diamond obtains its yellow color from the impurities that get accumulated and trapped inside it. During formation, when some of the carbon atoms get replaced with nitrogen atoms, then its structure would not get affected but its clarity would definitely be. Hence, the color of a yellow diamond depends entirely on the amount of nitrogen present in it.
Today, yellow diamonds are prized possessions all across the globe due to various reasons. Since fashion is ever changing, people love to explore new things. Instead of a colorless solitaire ring, many prefer to go for one with a yellow diamond. Additionally, celebrities all around the world are embracing yellow diamonds as the latest and the most contemporary trend of fashion. Since these diamonds are rare to find, they are created in the laboratories. Consequently, they are reasonably priced and easily available to general public, but still they is the most sought after choice for today's women.
The use of yellow diamonds is not confined to rings, earrings and pendants. They are widely held to adorn cufflinks, hairpins, bracelets, necklaces and much more. One can choose from a variety of styles and shapes and get it fixed in a jewelry piece or accessory of your choice, but make sure that you choose wisely and purchase it from a certified gemologist.
