IS FLAWLESS REALLY THAT EXPENSIVE?

Good question…

Are flawless diamonds (FL clarity), really that more expensive than the average clarities?

Yes, and NO!

You see, it all depends on the rest of the diamond, because a lot of factors determine price.

Things like:

• Cut
• Color
• Carat Weight
• Symmetry
• Polish
• Fluorescence
• Certification
• Shape

But if we compare similar diamonds of similar color, carat weight, and the rest of the diamond’s attributes, then we get a much better picture of the price of flawless diamonds, and how much more they really are.

Compare the prices below of this particular quality: 1.00 carat, G color, excellent polish/symmetry, no fluorescence, round brilliant, excellent cut, GIA certificate.

This is what you get:

CARAT, CLARITY, COLOR, CUT, POL, SYM, FLUOR	PRICE	VIEW
1.00, I1, G, EX, EX, EX, NONE	$2,330	VIEW
1.00, SI2, G, EX, EX, EX, NONE	$3,680	VIEW
1.00, SI1, G, EX, EX, EX, NONE	$4,280	VIEW
1.00, VS2, G, EX, EX, EX, NONE	$4,860	VIEW
1.00, VS1, G, EX, EX, EX, NONE	$5,780	VIEW
1.00, VVS2, G, EX, EX, EX, NONE	$6,500	VIEW
1.00, VVS1, G, EX, EX, EX, NONE	$6,580	VIEW
1.00, IF, G, EX, EX, EX, NONE	$8,370	VIEW
1.00, FL, G, EX, EX, EX, NONE	$8,830	VIEW

Only $6,000 difference. Not that bad, eh?

Yeah. Keep in mind, these prices are based upon availability right now. Meaning, if these diamonds are sold, then the next closest diamond could be way more expensive (or cheaper). It’s all supply and demand.

Diamond prices and availability change daily, and so do prices.

The shape also comes into play, different shapes are way cheaper. And if you purchase online with James Allen, then it gets even cheaper, because they have very little overhead (unlike the high prices of mall jewelry stores).

And if you want the best of the best, like high quality in every aspect, then the price really explodes. If you want not only the perfect clarity (flawless), but the perfect color (D), and the perfect cut (triple excellent), GIA certified, this is what you get:

CARAT, CLARITY, COLOR, CUT, POL, SYM	PRICE	VIEW
1.43, FL, D, EX, EX, EX	$15,850	VIEW

Now that’s a perfect diamond with a perfect price tag.

See all of the flawless diamonds here at James Allen.

Cheers! :)