“I’m wondering how many carats of diamond you can get for 30K. Obviously I’m looking for an engagement ring, I’ve got around $30k to spend. I think that we’re more interested in how the diamond looks, how it performs, as opposed to the paper grade so-to-speak. I’m thinking the bigger, the better! But I’m not willing to sacrifice performance and sparkle for carat weight. I guess that we’re looking to find good value, good balance. The little bit of research I’ve done online, brought me to your web site, people seem to rave about their Brian Gavin diamonds. That’s good enough for me. I’ve got a feeling that your diamonds are the best. Now I just need some help finding the largest diamond possible for 30k.”
Which of the Diamond 4C’s is Most Important?
Diamond Cut Quality is the most important of the Diamond 4C’s because it will dictate the light performance of the diamond. That’s why it’s great that you’ve decided to buy your diamond from Brian Gavin. Every Brian Gavin Signature round diamond is cut to deliver the highest levels of light performance. For example, this 1.918 carat, F-color, VS-2 clarity, Brian Gavin Signature round diamond with medium blue fluorescence, exhibits the highest volume of light return, and a virtual balance of brilliance and dispersion. This ASET image of the diamond proves it. Do you see all of that red? That is an indication of how bright this diamond will be…
The VS-2 clarity ensures that the diamond will be eye clean from a top-down perspective, and the F-color is going to be a nice, bright, white. So this is a perfect choice if you’re looking to balance carat weight, with clarity and color.
Near-colorless two carat diamond:
Dropping down a little bit in diamond color, enables you to pick up this 2.013 carat, H-color, VS-2 clarity, Brian Gavin Signature round diamond. Now as you can plainly see, the ASET image is equally as spectacular for this diamond, as it was for the other diamond, thus you can expect it to exhibit the same high volume of light return. Light is reflecting evenly and consistently throughout both diamonds, because the cut quality of the two diamonds is comparable. The primary difference is that this one weighs a little bit more, but it is not as high in color, and lacks blue fluorescence. You would not be able to detect a difference in light performance.
You might not even be able to detect the slight difference in carat weight, not from across the dinner table any way. The same principle holds true for the slight difference in color, it’s not the type of thing that most people would be able to discern from a top-down perspective from across the dinner table. It is a difference that you’d likely be able to make if you were comparing the two diamonds side-by-side while they were only half an inch or so apart.
Biggest carat diamond for $30K:
The largest diamond we have in our inventory of super ideal cut diamonds at the moment in the range of $30K is this 2.575 carat, I-color, VS-1 clarity, Brian Gavin Signature round diamond, which exhibits medium blue fluorescence when exposed to black light. The rest of the time, the diamond will look perfectly normal. Notice that the ASET image for this diamond also looks spectacular. Are you beginning to notice a bit of a consistent trend? Our diamonds look phenomenal when viewed through the various reflector scopes which are used to judge diamond cut quality, because Brian Gavin’s focus has always been on cutting diamonds for light performance.
We produce diamonds of the highest cut quality, because there is no point in cutting diamonds which are not exceptional. Every diamond crystal is carefully examined, and cut to exacting standards which exceed the grading standards of both the GIA Excellent and AGS Ideal cut ratings. If you truly want the most most spectacular looking diamond you can buy for $30K or any price actually, it’s got to be from Brian Gavin. The carat weight of the diamond is truly a secondary consideration, the sparkle of the diamond is everything.
FAQs
natural 2.50-2.75 ct $30,000-45,000 | lab grown 2.50-2.75 ct $7,500-12,000.
Is $30,000 a lot for an engagement ring? ›
Diamond cut, weight, and quality are the biggest factors in an engagement ring's final cost. With a $30000 budget, you can easily find a ring with an impressive diamond of high color and clarity grades. However, the wide range of options available for this price may be overwhelming.
How many carats can you get for 20k? ›
A diamond appropriate for 75% of a $20k engagement budget could range from 1 to 2.50 carats, or even higher, depending on the shape, and how it's graded in other areas. It may even be able to get you a diamond 3 carat or larger stone if you opt for a lab-grown diamond instead.
How big a diamond will $10,000 buy? ›
If you're looking for an engagement ring under $10,000 then I would recommend that you go with something around 0.90-1-carat and 1.5-carat stones depending on your budget and what quality of diamond suits it best! A 2-carat diamond or slightly bigger diamond may be possible if the grade isn't too high.
How much is a 7 carat diamond worth? ›
7 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $64,391 - $563,882 depending on the diamond's shape, color, clarity, and other factors.
How much is a 1.2 carat diamond ring worth? ›
1.2 carat round diamond prices usually range from $2,163 to $16,356 with an average price of $6,894.
How much should I spend on an engagement ring if I make $80,000 a year? ›
1) The Three Months Gross Salary Rule
This rule stipulates that if a man makes $80,000 a year, he should spend $20,000 on an engagement ring! What kind of nut came up with that idea? There's really no rhyme or reason why a man should spend three months of his gross salary on an engagement ring, let alone two months.
What is the 3 months salary rule for ring? ›
It's known as the "three months' salary" rule, and it implies that a buyer should put three months of their salary toward a sparkler for their future spouse. For context, The Knot's 2023 Jewelry and Engagement study found that the average cost of an engagement ring in the US is $5,500.
How much to insure a 30k ring? ›
How much does jewelry insurance cost? Rates depend on where you live, but for most people, jewelry insurance will cost 1-2% of the value of your jewelry.
How many carats is impressive? ›
However, for those who are looking for size and sparkle, a two-carat diamond may be the ideal size. This carat weight is significantly larger than a one carat diamond, and it can provide a more impressive and luxurious appearance.
If you're looking for something big and noticeable, 2.00 cts will certainly make a statement. At this weight, a round diamond is a little over 8 mm in diameter (10 mm = 1 cm). However, finding a well-cut diamond of this size becomes difficult. Make sure you know what you're looking for.
Is 2 carats considered big? ›
A 2-carat diamond is considered large compared to the average size of diamonds used for engagement rings. The average diamond size for engagement rings is around 1.0 to 1.5 carats. Therefore, a 2-carat diamond stands out significantly and offers a more pronounced appearance on the finger.
How much do you lose selling a diamond? ›
Resale Value: The resale value is how much you will get paid if you decide to sell the diamond. As a result of the retail mark-up and the decline in diamond prices, the resale value is typically well below what you paid. Indeed, diamond jewellery will typically resell for 25% to 50% of the purchase price.
How big of a diamond can you get for $50000? ›
4 Carat Diamond Prices
A realistic starting budget for a 4-carat diamond would be $50,000.
Is $10,000 a lot to spend on an engagement ring? ›
Most people believe you should spend at least two months' salary on your engagement ring. If, for example, you are making $60,000 per year, you should spend $10,000 on the engagement ring.
What size diamond is best value for money? ›
Prices also shoot up at certain carat sizes which are known in the jewellery trade as 'magic points'. These are usually carat values like 0.5ct, 1ct, 1.5ct, etc. One budget friendly tip is to 'buy shy'. In other words, look for a diamond with a carat value just under the magic point.
How much can I expect to pay for a 1 carat diamond? ›
On average, the retail price for one carat diamonds can be anywhere between $2,000 to $16,000, and between $8,000 to $72,000 for two carat diamonds . And of course, the retail price and the resale value of a diamond are very different things.
How much would a 2.95 carat diamond be worth? ›
2.95 carat round diamond prices usually range from $13,335 to $116,187 with an average price of $47,619.
Dropping down a little bit in diamond color, enables you to pick up this 2.013 carat, H-color, VS-2 clarity, Brian Gavin Signature round diamond. Now as you can plainly see, the ASET image is equally as spectacular for this diamond, as it was for the other diamond, thus you can expect it to exhibit the same high volume of light return. Light is reflecting evenly and consistently throughout both diamonds, because the cut quality of the two diamonds is comparable. The primary difference is that this one weighs a little bit more, but it is not as high in color, and lacks blue fluorescence. You would not be able to detect a difference in light performance.
The largest diamond we have in our inventory of super ideal cut diamonds at the moment in the range of $30K is this 2.575 carat, I-color, VS-1 clarity, Brian Gavin Signature round diamond, which exhibits medium blue fluorescence when exposed to black light. The rest of the time, the diamond will look perfectly normal. Notice that the ASET image for this diamond also looks spectacular. Are you beginning to notice a bit of a consistent trend? Our diamonds look phenomenal when viewed through the various reflector scopes which are used to judge diamond cut quality, because Brian Gavin’s focus has always been on cutting diamonds for light performance.