Carat - weight of loose or certified
diamonds is measured in carats.
Dimensions of the loose or certified diamonds should
not be confused with carat weight. Why is it unrelated?
Because a stone could have varying depths therefore
some could appear bigger depending on the cut.
The size of a loose or certified diamonds has the biggest
impact on its price. The metric carat, which equals
0.20 gram, is the standard unit of weight for loose
or certified diamonds and most other gems. If other
factors are equal, the more a stone weighs, the more
valuable it will be.
Here are several ways to express 1 carat:
1 ct.
200 milligrams
1/5 gram
100 points
4 grainer (not often used in retail environment)
Point to remember: Size and colour
are immediately apparent.
