How Do You Approximate Diamond Carat Weight By Measurements?
When it comes to jewelry, size matters. Carat weight of a diamond is one of the biggest factors influencing the price of the gemstone, along with cut, color and clarity. If you have a diamond in your possession and do not want to waste the time or expense to have the stone properly appraised at a jeweler, worry not. It is entirely possible to come up with a reasonable approximation of carat size using nothing more than the measurements of the stone in question. Measure the stone in four different ways–length, width, depth and diameter. Measure the length and width around the actual face of the diamond (at its largest point), as opposed to measuring it around the center or at another point on the gem. Measure depth along the centerline downwards, at its longest point. All measurements should be taken in millimeters. Calculate the girdle thickness of the stone. Girdle thickness is the amount that the stone continues to expand in width beyond the diameter of the flat face. You do not nee
