Diamond Earrings How To Buy Page

Earrings are often sold by Total Carat Weight (ctw or cttw) , which is the combined weight of both stones. A "1.00 ctw" pair means each individual stud is approximately 0.50 carats. 2. Choose Your Metal and Setting

Since earrings are worn against the face, color is visible. Aim for "Near Colorless" grades (G, H, I, or J). These look white to the naked eye but are significantly more affordable than D-F grades. diamond earrings how to buy

You can often "cheat" here. Eye-clean diamonds in the SI1 or SI2 range are perfect for earrings because small inclusions won't be visible from a distance. Earrings are often sold by Total Carat Weight