Diamonds are classified according to their color, whiteness, appearance and types. It is very difficult to see a difference between grades when looking at diamonds on a regular basis. However, subtle differences determine the identity of the diamond. The initial letter D represents the color of the most valuable diamond. D grade diamond is completely colorless. It is an extremely rare and most valuable diamond class. Its colors and whiteness vary towards the letter Z.
Color values are very important when choosing diamonds. The diamond’s values and their color changes are listed as follows:
· Colorless Grades (Extra White)
Diamonds graded with Letters D, E and F are considered colorless. The difference between these grades becomes apparent only through dedicated use by the gemologist. Letters D, E and F, which are in the extra white class among diamond colors, are the highest quality grades, with yellow and brown tones available.
Colored diamonds cannot be distinguished from the letter D even in a professional examination. LAL Diamond uses F color grade, which is the most preferred for both its polishing and quality.
· Closest to Colorless Classes (White)
Letters G, H, I and J, which are closest to the colorless class, are listed as white. Only yellow appearances can be seen in these diamonds. However, when placed side by side with a colorless diamond, the colors of these diamonds can be noticed. G class diamonds are almost colorless. The subtle yellow tone begins to stand out slightly up to class J. These diamonds are the most preferred diamond class. Because it is cheaper than colorless diamonds and has almost no clear color tone that can be noticed with the naked eye.
· Lightly Colored Classes
Lightly colored diamonds are classified as K, L and M combination. Diamond grades from K to M are considered pale colors. The results visible to the open eye on these diamonds may vary in their yellowish tint. Lightly colored diamonds are more affordable than colorless and nearly colorless diamonds. It is very popular for women with different tastes who like the color yellow.
Which Letter Is the Best Diamond?
Diamond colors start from the letter ‘D’ and extend to the letter ‘Z’. The letter D represents a completely colorless diamond. There are many diamond color grades, ranging from slightly yellow towards Z. In general, the best diamonds are colorless. The D color scale, called the ‘best color’ for a diamond, is completely colorless and extremely rare.
Grade D is the best diamond letter. Of course, the best diamond letter may vary depending on personal taste and style. D class diamonds are called the best color for women who like flashy elegance. D color diamonds are quite higher in price than diamonds with a lower color grade. These degrees look exactly the same when viewed with the naked eye. However, the price difference between the letter D and other colorless letters is very high. There are also many diamond colors available for noble women with different styles.