The charm and passion for diamond investment has surpassed the test of time.

Diamonds have had a rich history. From the ancient healing and magical qualities that these dazzling stones were believed to possess, to the first ever symbolism of eternal love in the form of diamond engagement ring given by Archduke Maximillian to Mary of Burgundy which started the tradition of diamond rings, diamonds have continued to rule hearts. The modern culture trends reassure that the fame of these stones is going to continue to see an upward trend.

Purchase of Diamond for Diamond Investment

It is rational to look at purchase of a diamond as an investment. Although on parameters of profit and business investment, it is much more specific. The size and quality of the stone highly matters when the outcome of diamond investment in terms of profit is set to millions, for instance the stones that are auctioned at legendary Christie’s. Keeping in mind the Four C’s is quintessential with rarer diamonds, as they are more sought-after and that gives them more worth in monetary value. Money-making diamond investment options include D-colored and internally Flawless stones of a significant carat weight. Canary and pink diamonds are among the rare fancy colored diamonds.

A good number of diamond-buyers, though, might only ever buy one diamond. Although it may not turn out to be in Christie’s one day, the purchase can still be looked upon as an investment. The Four C’s hold all the more importance if the intent behind the stone purchase is that one day it will be worth some intrinsic value. Fair amount of color and clarity of diamond is a must to ensure interest in diamond investment in years to come. The recommended colors while buying a diamond are the top end of the grading scale D-F. In the same way, as regards the clarity, IF-VVS2 graded will be among the highly sought after stones.  In terms of diamond shape, round brilliant cut diamonds rule over all others and thereby be tagged as the most re-sellable diamonds. Preferably, it is suggested that the carat size of the diamond should be more than 0.50 carats for any inherent value, in terms of size, to be made.

In addition the certification of the stone matters, while deciding upon a purchase of diamonds. Making a diamond purchase from a respected and World-renowned certificate, such as GIA, for instance will turn out to be better investment than a stone with no known origin. Furthermore, the ambiguity of conflict diamonds is a risk too big to take, not only for investment reasons, but also for moral purposes. In no case should conflict diamonds be bought and sold knowingly, and therefore uncertified diamonds should never be able to be of‘re-sellable’ value.

In case intrinsic and monetary value does not govern your purchase, then the most significant factor is the value of investment will have in your life. With diamond investment you will always have a worth greater than just their monetary value, could it be jewelry or single stones; it becomes valuable heirlooms, indicating the milestones in an individual’s life.