What are the rarest diamonds?

In the world of precious stones, colored diamonds hold a special place. They attract attention with their rarity, beauty and originality.  When we talk about colored diamonds, we enter an amazing world where each stone is a unique work of nature. While all diamonds are inherently rare, colored diamonds are even rarer. Interestingly, there are only 12 primary colors for colored diamonds in the world. Each color has its own uniqueness and appeal, creating unusual and exciting options for collectors and beauty connoisseurs.

However, in addition to the most basic colors, there are 9 more intensity levels that determine the saturation and depth of a diamond's color. From faintly colored to rich and vibrant, these hues make each colored diamond unique and delightful.

In total, there are about 90 different shades of colored diamonds, which makes collecting and studying them endlessly exciting. And each colored diamond, whether rare or exclusive, brings a new dimension of splendor and magic to the world of precious stones.

Are colored diamonds more valuable?

Yes, colored diamonds are more valuable than colorless diamonds. Colored diamonds are rare and their value is determined by the saturation, hue and intensity of the color. They are unique works of nature, which are in demand by collectors and connoisseurs of precious stones.

The most common colors

The most common colors for colored diamonds include yellow and brown. Yellow diamonds come in a variety of hues, ranging from pale yellow to rich and vibrant. Brown diamonds come in a variety of hues, including light brown, chocolate, and dark brown. These colors are the most common and are available at comparatively lower prices than rarer, more intense colors such as pink, blue, or green.

Are colored diamonds real diamonds?

Yes, colored diamonds are real diamonds. They have the same chemical structure and physical properties as colorless diamonds.  The difference lies in their color, which is due to impurities or defects in the diamond's crystal lattice.  Colored diamonds are rare and valuable varieties of diamonds that represent a unique and alluring beauty.

The colors of the rarest diamonds

The rarest diamond colors are pink, blue and green. Pink diamonds are considered especially rare and valuable due to their natural beauty and limited supply. Blue and green diamonds are also very rare and highly valuable.  They are distinguished by their unique color palette and are admired by collectors and gemstone investors.

Red diamond

Red diamonds are the rarest and most valuable of all colored diamonds. They are true rarities of nature and are extremely rare.  Red diamonds are so rare that even experienced jewelers rarely come across them. They make up only about 0.01% of all diamonds mined.

They also have a deep, rich red color, which is the result of boron impurities in their crystal lattice. Red diamonds usually come in small sizes, and those with a large carat weight are considered the most valuable.

They are also one of the most expensive and valuable gemstones in the world. Their price can be significantly higher than the price of other colored diamonds. Among the most famous red diamonds are the Moulin Rouge and the Countess Vronskaya. Because of their rarity and uniqueness, they are a subject of interest for collectors and investors, and their value can reach millions of dollars per carat.

Blue diamond

There is controversy as to whether pink or blue diamonds are the second rarest, however it is clear that pink diamonds are more common in the market compared to blue ones.

Two of the most famous blue diamonds are:

1. Hope Diamond: Weighs 45.52 carats and has a fancy deep grayish blue color with a clarity grade of VS1.
2. Wittelsbach Graff: Weighs 31.06 carats and is a fancy navy blue with an internally flawless (IF) purity.

Several blue diamonds were sold at auctions at very high prices:

1. The exceptionally unique Graff Wittelsbach diamond was sold in 2008 for an astonishing $24.3 million.
2. A 7.03-carat, flawless-clarity diamond was sold in 2009 for approximately US$9 million.

These examples highlight the rarity and high value of blue diamonds in the market.

Pink diamond

Pink diamonds are among the rarest and most valuable in the world. Their limited supply and superior quality make them particularly attractive to collectors and jewelers.

A few examples of rare pink diamonds and their significant value:

1. "CTF Pink Star" - weighing 59.60 carats with a rich pink hue. It sold at Sotheby's in 2017 for an impressive $71.2 million, setting a new world record for a pink diamond.
2. "The Graff Pink" - weighing 24.78 carats with a bright pink color. This diamond was sold in 2010 for $46 million, setting a record price per carat for a pink diamond.

Prices for rare pink diamonds can vary greatly depending on their size, color saturation, clarity and cut. However, in general, pink diamonds remain among the most expensive and valuable stones on the gem market.

Orange diamond

Orange diamonds are also considered to be one of the rarest and most coveted gemstones in the world.

Here are some examples of rare orange diamonds and their significant price:

1. "The Orange" - weighing 14.82 carats with a bright and rich orange color.  In 2013, it sold for a record $35.5 million at Christie's, making it the most expensive orange diamond in the world.
2. "The Pumpkin Diamond" - weighing 5.54 carats with a bright orange tint.  It draws attention with its unique color and was sold at Sotheby's for an impressive $3.1 million.

Green diamond

Unlike other colors, determining whether a green diamond has been artificially enhanced in any way to improve its color is extremely difficult. As a result, most cutters prefer to keep the girdle portion of a diamond in its natural state without any alteration. This practice is widespread and does not affect the clarity of the diamond.

Here are some examples of rare green diamonds and their significant price:

1. "The Dresden Green" ("Dresden Green") - a green diamond weighing 40.70 carats with an intense green color.  It is one of the most famous green diamonds and is in the collection of the Dresden Historical Museum in Germany.
2. "The Ocean Dream" ("Sea Dream") - a green diamond weighing 5.51 carats with a unique sea green tint.  This stone attracts attention with its brightness and rarity.  It was sold at Christie's auction for a significant amount.
3. "The Aurora Green" ("Green Aurora") - a green diamond weighing 5.03 carats with an intense green tint.  This stone is known for its richness and high price, reflecting its rarity.

If you want to buy colored diamond jewelry, Kantor Jewelry will be happy to help you find the best gemstone and create a unique jewelry piece of your own design. We don't buy stones wholesale, we look for the best, most beautiful and profitable personal option for our clients. We seek out special stones for your request until you are satisfied.

Kantor Jewelry will help you to find the best setting option for your stone so it can please you with its beauty for many years as a part of a unique jewelry piece that will be passed from generation to generation.