Chocolate Diamonds

Chocolate diamonds are growing in popularity. They can be a great choice for someone looking for an engagement ring that is a little different.

Chocolate Diamond Ring

When we think of diamond engagement rings we traditionally think of a ring set with a bright sparkling clear diamond. For years the most sought after diamonds have been clear white diamonds. Diamond clarity and color have been two of the most important features people look for when buying diamonds. However over recent years there has been an increasing interest in colored diamonds. Whereas at one time, a diamond that was not a clear white diamond would be rejected out of hand, now colored diamonds are being featured as a unique and desirable option for high quality jewelry such as engagement rings. There are many types of colored diamonds. These include cognac and champagne diamonds which are light brown in color through to dark brown diamonds which are sometimes referred to as chocolate diamonds.

Chocolate Diamond FAQs

Here are the answers to some questions that are often asked regarding the chocolate diamond:

Are Chocolate or Dark Brown Diamonds Inferior Quality to White Diamonds?

People often wonder if dark brown diamonds are of inferior quality to white diamonds. The answer to this is generally ‘no’. Colored diamonds have exactly the same features as white diamonds, this means that they are of the same hardness and strength. However just as you will find inferior quality cloudy white diamonds with many inclusions, so you will find inferior quality colored diamonds. In order to buy a good quality chocolate or brown diamond you must still follow the basic diamond buying rules – clarity, color and cut.

Are Chocolate or Colored Diamonds Cheaper than White Diamonds?

The answer to this is yes when you are comparing like with like. Therefore a high quality white diamond is likely to be more expensive than a high quality colored diamond. However, there are many poor quality white diamonds that get used in jewelry and a poor quality white diamond may well be cheaper than a good quality colored diamond.

Do Colored Diamonds Sparkle?

Colored diamonds do sparkle and even dark colored diamonds such as chocolate or black diamonds can have an inner fire. Some people believe that the diamond sparkle is actually enhanced by the contrast with the darker stone. Cloudy or heavily included diamonds are less likely to sparkle, what ever the color.

Can Chocolate Diamonds be Used Instead of White Diamonds?

Chocolate or colored diamonds can be used in exactly the same way as white diamonds. This means that it is possible to have a colored diamond solitaire ring or traditional three stone engagement ring. Where colored diamonds really come into their own, however, is when the jewelry designer uses them in creative ways, perhaps teaming a colored diamond with white diamonds or other colored gemstones. Chocolate or colored diamonds can be set in any common diamond setting and this means that they are a versatile choice.

Do Chocolate or Colored Diamonds Change Color?

No chocolate or colored diamonds should change color, however some diamonds and gemstones are heat treated. Diamonds that have been treated may change color. These diamonds are typically less valuable than untreated diamonds and any treatments should be made clear before you buy a diamond. This is one reason why it is always important to buy diamonds from a reputable source. Colored diamonds can be certified in the same way as other diamonds and this will help to give you peace of mind regarding the quality of the diamond buy.

Chocolate diamonds are an interesting type of diamond and one that will make for a fantastic engagement ring.