Diamond prices can vary hugely depending on a diamond s shape cut quality clarity and color.
What diamonds are worth the most.
For example the 8 52 carat white esperanza diamond found in june 2015 was cut into a 4 6 carat triolette shape and graded internally flawless and d color the highest color grade a diamond can.
Topping our list of the most expensive diamonds in the world is the koh i noor.
For many americans the 45 52 hope diamond remains one of the most well known and valuable diamonds.
Weighing in at a massive 105 6ct the most expensive diamond in the world is oval shaped.
For example the cost of a one carat diamond can range from just 1 500 to more than 16 000 for an extremely well cut high quality diamond while a two carat diamond could cost as little as 6 000 or as much as 80 000 based on its shape cut clarity and color grades.
The rare and perhaps cursed blue diamond is worth more than 200 million and resides at the smithsonian.
Diamonds are cut into various shapes with the most popular being the round brilliant.
Without a doubt one of the most famous diamonds in the world.
Although most visitors who find diamonds at the crater keep them uncut many of the park s larger gems have been cut graded and appraised.
The koh i noor is one of the most valuable diamonds in the world and is estimated to be worth about 1 billion.
Princess cushion heart pear radiant oval and emerald cut.
The koh i noor unknown.