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Ron,

I got the ring. It is gorgeous. I really don't know what to say - it's prettier than I imagined.
Thank you so much.

All my gratitude, Fernando

Ron,

Thank you for everything. It was a pleasure to meet you and to do business with you. I am sure we will be back in the future!

Florence

Hey Ron,

She said yes.....thanks to your expertise and beautiful creation of a ring. I'd like to thank you for your time and patience during the whole process, you made it a lot less painful than I expected.

Thanks again,
Keith

Thanks Ron! It is a great stone. I will see you again in the future. A pleasure doing business with you. Good luck with the new store

Best Wishes,
Tarek

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Carat Weight

Carat is the measure of weight of a diamond. It does not measure size; nor should it be confused with "karat," a measure of gold purity.

1 Carat = 0.2 grams or 0.007 ounce. The weight of the diamond and the price per carat determines the price of a diamond.

Total Price = Weight x Price per Carat

All other things being equal, the greater the carat weight, the rarer the diamond and the more expensive it is.
Although many people equate "bigger" with "better," diamonds of all carat weight have the potential to be lively, exciting, and beautiful. The most important thing is to buy the one that's right for you.

To choose the ideal carat weight, consider the following:

The recipient's personal style, finger size, and the size and style of the setting
Keep in mind that the smaller the finger, the larger the diamond will appear. A 1½-carat diamond solitaire looks much larger on a size 4 finger than a size 8.
If you have already chosen a setting, make sure you choose a diamond that looks appropriate in the ring.

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