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Lo,

If the appraisals for the rings are accurate, then the difference in value could be attributed to other factors that affect the value of the ring - specifically, the cut, color and clarity. So, if a diamond is large, but has many flaws and poor color, it can be worth much less than a smaller, more perfect stone.

-- Contributed by: Ann M.

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Hi There, Just a quick question 2 rings 1 is 1/3 carat but worth 1,000 the other is 3/4 carat but only worth 520. Does that mean the more expensive one but lower carat is worth less then the cheaper ring or could it be a better grade.?

-- Contributed by: Lo

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What is best in terms of karats (and carats) depends on your personal preferences as well as your budget. Higher diamond sizes and gold purities are more expensive, though they may be more impressive as well if that's what you're interested in. I'd suggest you examine a variety of different styles to see which looks best to you.

-- Contributed by: Mayntz

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Hi Miles, You may be mixing up your karats and your carats. A carat is a measure of weight, used for gemstones. Diamonds are weighted with this measurement system.

On the other hand, a karat is a measure of the purity of gold. 24 karat is pure gold (which is very soft), 18 karat is about 3/4 gold (blended with other metal) and 14 karat is slightly over half gold.

- Ann

-- Contributed by: Ann M.

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how do you determine karat weight? is 24 carat best and is 1 karat less great?

-- Contributed by: MILES
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