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The weight of a diamond is expressed in carats. 1 carat
equals 0.2 grams. A carat is further subdivided into 100
points.
0.50 ct = 1/2 carat = 50 points.
Weight is the most obvious factor in determining the value
of a diamond. But two diamonds of equal weight can have
very unequal values, depending on their quality. Furthermore
weight only indicates size. Depending on proportions two
diamonds weighing the same may appear very different in
size. Internationally, the weight of a diamond is mentioned
to two decimal places. |
