All about diamonds and carats

Everything you need to know about lab-grown diamonds and carats

At Verde Diamonds, we make no compromises. We only select diamonds that meet the highest standards:

Color: Always in the most beautiful spectrum – F (colorless and brilliant), D or E also available on request.
Clarity: Standard VS1, but VVS or F are also available on request.
Cut: Perfectly cut according to the Hearts & Arrows principle for round shapes and excellent for all others for maximum brilliance.
Certification: Every diamond above 1 carat comes with an official IGI certificate.
Proportions: Always optimal depth and dimensions for the most beautiful light reflection.

See below for a detailed explanation of the well-known 4 C's (carat, color, clarity & cut).

1. Carat - Weight and points

Carat determines the weight of a diamond.

1 Carat = 0.2 grams = 100 points
A 0.50 ct diamond is also called 50 points.

For rings, earrings, and necklaces, the carat weight impacts the appearance; the more carats, the more striking, the fewer, the more subtle. This is always a personal preference.

It is important to remember: a well-cut 0.50 ct diamond can sparkle more than a poorly cut 1.00 ct diamond. That is why with us, you always get the best cut for the most brilliance.

2. Color - Why you prefer DEF

Diamonds are graded from D (colorless) to Z (light yellow).

Color Code	Description	What do you see?
D-F	Colorless - top quality. Always F at Verde Diamonds.	No color - transparent, maximum brilliance.
G-J	Near Colorless	Hardly visible
K-M	Faintly tinted	Subtle yellow undertone
N-Z	Yellowish	Clearly visible

Why is it important for jewelry?

For rings, bracelets, necklaces, and earrings, a DEF color provides the clearest and most luxurious appearance. This is unparalleled.

3. Clarity - How much do you see with the naked eye?

Clarity	Description	Visible to the naked eye?
FL-IF	Flawless	No
VVS1-VVS2	Very, very small inclusions.	No
VS1-VS2	Very small inclusions.	No
SI1-SI2	Visible inclusions	Sometimes
I1-I3	Obvious inclusions	Yes

The diamonds we use have the ideal balance between price and quality.

4. Cut - The key to brilliance

The cut is often underestimated, even though it determines what we find beautiful about diamonds. It is the cut that makes or breaks a diamond.

The so-called cut is the most important aspect of a diamond and determines the extent to which your diamond sparkles or is a dull stone.

Cut	Characteristic
Hearts & Arrows / Excellent	Maximum brilliance. At Verde Diamonds, always Hearts & Arrows for round and excellent for all others (+1ct)
Very good	Good brilliance
Good	Acceptable
Fair	Mediocre
Poor	Little brilliance

At Verde Diamonds, every diamond is an Excellent cut (or Hearts&Arrows for brilliant cuts) and thus cut to perfection for maximum brilliance.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between lab-grown and natural diamonds?
Physically, there is no difference. They have exactly the same chemical and optical properties. So what is different? One comes from the earth and the other from a diamond lab.
How do I choose the right carat / diamond?
With us, you are guaranteed to get the best diamonds; the size of the stone and the shape are personal choices.
Do I get a certificate with my diamond?
Yes, for diamonds above 1ct, unless otherwise specified, you will receive a certificate from the IGI or GIA institute.
Do my diamonds retain their value?
When you sell a diamond, whether earth-mined or lab-grown, it will always be worth less than when you bought it. However, given the large difference in purchase price, despite the lower residual value of the lab-grown diamond, it will still have been cheaper, so you are better off with a lab-grown than an earth-mined diamond.
How do I know for sure that my diamond is good?
We only select diamonds with F color, Hearts & Arrows (excellent) cut, and VS1 clarity. This ensures that you have a diamond that sparkles maximally and belongs to the absolute top in terms of optics and color.