0.3 Carat Diamond (Round, 4.35×4.35×2.62mm) (2023)

FAQs

How much is a 0.30 diamond worth? ›

The average price of a 0.3 carat diamond is currently $643 (see price chart below). 0.3 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $266 - $1,396 depending on the diamond's shape, color, clarity, and other factors.

However, there are some general guidelines: a 0.3 carat diamond size is about 4.3 mm, and a 1 carat size is about 6.5 mm. The size difference is about 1.5 times, but this slight difference in size significantly changes the actual appearance of the diamond.

A 0.3CT diamond is very versatile – they can stand alone as a center diamond or act as side diamonds. They also go well on diamond earrings and diamond pendants!

A diamond's carat weight is often expressed in fractions or points. One carat = 100 points. For instance, about 0.30–0.36 ct. is often referred to as 33 points, 30 carats or ⅓ of a carat. The size of a 0.30 carat diamond ring equals approximately 4–4.45 mm.

A well cut 0.3ct Round should have an average diameter between 4.24 and 4.42 mm. Compared to 0.3 carat Round reference diamond, this diamond appears too small when viewed from the top, which makes it a chubby.

To calculate diamond price, first, choose a color grade (leftmost column) and a clarity grade (top row). Next, multiply the number shown at their intersection by 100, then multiply that number by the carat size. For example, an I-color grade, VVS2-clarity grade diamond would cost $3,000 per carat.

Everyone's personal opinion of what is considered a small engagement ring may vary, however we consider small engagement rings to be around 0.3 carats to 0.8 carats. While they are considered small, they are no less stunning than a larger sized engagement ring.

Why does my 3 carat diamond look small? ›

A diamond with more depth may look smaller since you can't see the depth, but it is still 3-carat. One with more width will look larger since the carat weight is spread out. Hence, consider other aspects, apart from the carats, equally well if you want your diamond to be bigger and look bigger!

Diamond size comparison

This diamond LOOKS its weight! Here you can see the actual sizes of 0.2ct Round (3.8×3.8×2.29mm) and 0.3ct Round (4.35×4.35×2.62mm) as they would appear on a ring and finger. 0.3 carat Round (4.35×4.35×2.62mm) has approx. 31% more face-up area than 0.2 carat Round (3.8×3.8×2.29mm).

A sweet spot in the compromise between size and price, diamonds around the 0.70-ct mark make great engagement ring stones.

If you have a loose diamond to test, fill a regular glass about ¾ of the way full with water. Gently drop the diamond into the glass. If the diamond sinks to the bottom, it's real. If it floats at the surface or just underneath, it's likely a fake.

Is my engagement ring too small? If your ring is creating a permanent indent on your finger, that is a sign that it's too tight and needs to be sized up. If you wear your ring to bed and you can't get it off in the morning, that's normal.

Diamond size comparison

Here you can see the actual sizes of 0.3ct Round (4.35×4.35×2.62mm) and 0.5ct Round (5.16×5.16×3.11mm) as they would appear on a ring and finger. 0.5 carat Round (5.16×5.16×3.11mm) has approx. 41% more face-up area than 0.3 carat Round (4.35×4.35×2.62mm).

0.4 carat Round (4.79×4.79×2.89mm) has approx. 21% more face-up area than 0.3 carat Round (4.35×4.35×2.62mm).

The average total carat weight for an engagement ring in the U.S. hovers just over 1 carat, at 1.08 carats. The range of 1.0 to 1.9 carats is by far the most popular, but there are noticeable peaks at the 0.70 – 0.79 range, the 0.90 – 0.99 range and the 1.50 – 1.59 range.

Diamond Prices

For example, the cost of a one carat diamond can range from just $1,500 to more than $16,000 for an extremely well-cut, high-quality diamond, while a two carat diamond could cost as little as $6,000 or as much as $80,000 based on its shape, cut, clarity and color grades.

How many carats is 4.3 mm? ›

3 Carat Round (9.37×9.37×5.65mm)

Two other quick and simple ways to spot a real diamond is by looking at how it sparkles in light and how much you can see through it. A real diamond appears gray and white inside (brilliance) when held to the light and can reflect rainbow colors (fire) onto other surfaces.

As diamonds age from 100 years to 120 years old and we move further away from the 20th century, these old cuts will not only become more scarce but also more valuable. As an example, jewelry from the 17th century and older is extremely valuable and rare.

Jewelry professionals can identify the time period of a diamond by examining the shape and facets of the stone. Diamond cuts have evolved from early old mine diamond cuts to today's brilliant-cut diamonds. Trained professionals will be able to analyze the diamond to determine its approximate age.

One of the decisions to be made when considering the purchase of an engagement ring is how many carats should the ring be? The average according to The Knot (a research company and website for all things wedding) is 1 to 2 carats. There is no rule. Developing a budget is always a good place to start.

Depending on where you live the average engagement ring size will vary. The 1.0 carat center stone used to be the most desired size chosen for engagement rings, however, more recently we are seeing this shift towards a slightly larger stone, with couples choosing diamonds averaging 1.25 to 1.50 carats.

The face-up size of this 0.33 carat Round (4.49×4.49×2.71mm) is within the normal range for 0.33ct diamonds of this shape. Compared to 0.33ct Round reference diamond (see below), this diamond is of adequate size when viewed from the top. In short, all is OK, this diamond looks its weight.

What setting makes a diamond look biggest? ›

Bezel setting: In this setting style, a band of metal surrounds the diamond's girdle. As a result, the diamond's circumference may appear to be larger. Bezel engagement ring settings also afford extra protection against accidental bangs and bumps. TIP: The bezel setting is generally used for round and oval diamonds.

The cushion-cut center diamond of Meghan's engagement ring is estimated to be roughly three carats and was sourced from Botswana — a country that is very important to Prince Harry and where the couple took their first vacation together.

The most expensive diamond cut is the round brilliant because it wastes the highest amount of rough stone – around 60% on average – during the cutting process. This large quantity of discarded material means that consumers will pay for a larger stone than they end up with to help cover costs.

Diamonds are extremely valuable, and the higher the carat, the more valuable they are. The value of a diamond increases with carat weight because the supply of larger diamonds is far less than the supply of smaller diamonds.

Diamond Prices Have an Exponential Relationship With Carat Weight. Diamond prices jump at every 10 points (0.1 carat). For example, a 0.50 carat diamond would cost about 30% more than a 0.40 carat diamond with similar specifications. Yet, the real difference in size between these 2 stones is roughly 0.4mm.

A 2.5 carat round diamond has a diameter of 8.9mm, this makes it look visibly larger than the 2 carat round diamond, which is 8.1mm in diameter. When compared to a 3 carat round diamond, however, the difference is barely noticeable; as the 3ct has a 9.3mm diameter.

Typically the average carat for a diamond engagement ring is anywhere from 0.5 carats to 1 carat.

Depth percentage for 0.33 carat Round (4.94×4.94×2.98mm)

General Rule: You should spend at least 2 months salary on the engagement ring. If, for example, you are making $60,000 per year, you should spend $10,000 on the engagement ring.

The gem's carat is the unit that measures its weight, which can influence how big it appears. According to our study, the average engagement ring size is 1.5 carats. Roughly half of all engagement rings fall between 1 and 2 carats, with just 25% of rings sizing above two carats.

How many carats is Princess Diana's engagement ring? ›

Known as one of the most famous and recognized pieces of jewelry in history, the ring is a 12-carat, oval Ceylon blue sapphire, framed by a halo of 14 diamonds, and set in 18-carat white gold.

The average women's ring size is 6 and the average men's ring size is 8½ Guessing your partner's ring size correctly can be done with a little common sense. If you have a petite partner, it's likely that their hands are smaller with slender fingers, so try starting at a size 4 or 4½ for women, and around a 7 for men.

What Do 3 Carat Diamond Rings Usually Cost? 3-carat diamonds are extremely desirable for diamond engagement rings because of their size, which is noticeably large, but not overbearing on the hand. A diamond of this carat weight will range from $30,000 – $120,000 for an individual stone.

How much is a 3 carat diamond? There is a wide variation of price for a 3 carat diamond, depending on the grade of the stone. Three-carat diamonds start around $20,000 and go up to around $124,000 or more.

A 3-carat diamond weighs 600 milligrams or 0.6 grams. To put this into perspective, a 3-carat diamond weighs about as much as a raisin. This weight may seem small, but is a very respectable size for diamonds.

25 Carat Diamond Worth? A 0.25 Carat diamond is worth between $275 to $440. However, this price is subject to fluctuation and change based on market factors.

The two decimal positions are correctly described as points, for example a 0.33ct diamond is described as a thirty three pointer which put simply means 33% of one carat.

At 0.25 cts, a round diamond measures about 4 mm in diameter, a great size for a noticeable but not showy pendant. For some petite frames, this might be the ideal size for dress-up/dress-down staple jewelry.

More Views. This diamond pack has 1 piece, 0.30 carats G-H SI diamond of 30 cents/0.30 carats (approx diameter: 4.30 mm), sealed in a secured box, along with a card certificate.

Tip #1: Standard & Average Sizes

The 1.0 carat center stone used to be the most desired size chosen for engagement rings, however, more recently we are seeing this shift towards a slightly larger stone, with couples choosing diamonds averaging 1.25 to 1.50 carats.

How do I find out how much my diamond is worth? ›

A diamond's value is determined by its famous 4Cs: carat weight, color, cut, clarity. A value of a diamond is determined by an appraiser using these four dimensions while the value of a diamond ring adds the additional element of the quality of the band.

For $20,000, you'll be able to afford a diamond between 2-2.50 carats, without sacrificing much in any other areas. For a $15,000 engagement ring, however, you're looking at 1.50-1.80 carats as the sweet spot for all-round beauty and value, and to be able to pair with a gorgeous setting.

Explore all carat sizes. At Shining Diamonds, customers can choose from a variety of diamond carat weights ranging from 0.25ct to 1.00ct. This is the most popular carat weight range, but if needed, we can also source carat weights larger than 1.00ct.

They're cheaper because they're much much easier to make than solitaires. Those tiny diamonds are known as “smalls” in the industry, and they're often made from the leftovers of bigger diamonds.