Educating yourself before buying a diamond or engagement ring is essential to ensure value for money, ethical purchasing, and making a choice that aligns with personal preferences.

Understanding the 4Cs—cut, color, clarity, and carat—helps in assessing quality, negotiating better prices, and making a meaningful, informed decision.

If you’re exploring pieces of jewelry, it’s important to know the different types of diamonds.

Diamonds are categorized in many ways, from the initial classification system to its shape, clarity grade, cut, source, and more.

I detail all the diamond types and what to know about them, so you’ll have the confidence to choose the right one for you in my article: Types of Diamonds: Names, Cuts, Clarity & More