Planning to Buy Diamonds? Read This First:

✅ 1. Know Why You're Buying

Are you buying for:

• ???? Engagement or wedding?

• ???? Investment?

• ???? Personal jewellery?

This affects the type, size, and budget.

✅ 2. Learn the 4Cs (Cut, Color, Clarity, Carat)

These define a diamond’s quality:

• Cut – Choose Excellent or Very Good for best sparkle

• Color – D–F is colorless (best), G–J is near-colorless (good value)

• Clarity – VS1–VS2 or SI1 (eye clean, affordable)

• Carat – Choose based on budget and finger size

✅ 3. Set Your Budget

???? Quality matters more than size. Decide what matters most to you:

• Bigger stone?

• Higher sparkle?

• Luxury brand or custom design?

Plan a budget range (e.g., £1,500 – £5,000 or ₹1 lakh – ₹5 lakh).

✅ 4. Always Buy Certified Diamonds

Look for diamonds certified by:

• GIA (most trusted)

• IGI (commonly used in India and online)

• HRD (used in Europe)

???? Certification = proof of quality and authenticity.

✅ 5. Choose a Trusted Seller

Recommended sites and sellers:

• ???? Online: James Allen, Blue Nile, Taylor & Hart, Vrai

• ???????? UK: Hatton Garden, Ernest Jones, Boodles

• ???????? India: Tanishq, CaratLane, Malabar, Tribhovandas Bhimji Zaveri (TBZ)

???? Check for:

• Return policy

• Customer reviews

• Warranty

• Customization options

✅ 6. Compare Before You Buy

• Use online tools to compare diamonds (James Allen, Blue Nile have 360° views)

• Compare GIA certificates side-by-side

• Don’t rush—take your time

✅ 7. Get It Appraised (Optional)

If you buy a high-value diamond, get a second opinion from a gemologist or appraiser, especially for investment pieces.https://www.layladiamonds.com/collections/cushion