J COLOR DIAMONDS
J colors can be a great option in certain circumstances, like this 1 carat round brilliant from James Allen Round Cut Diamonds | JamesAllen.com. If you have a top cut diamond that reflects and refracts light in the proper way, this can at times minimize the effect of the warmth or slight yellowish tight you might feel. However, some may choose a diamond like this one Round Cut Diamonds | JamesAllen.com depending on the setting they prefer. But again, depending on the setting and how it shows the center diamond, you could very well save yourself 20%+ by choosing a J.
J color diamonds are less expensive than higher color grade diamonds, which can make them a more affordable option for those who are on a budget or want to spend their money on other aspects of the diamond, such as carat weight or clarity. Often there is a misperception that buying a J color is bad. This is not true. Depending on the setting you select the warmth of the diamond may not be visible. If you pair this 1 carat James Allen True Hearts J color with a 2 tone setting yellow gold shank and platinum head, it would be a lot harder to notice the warmth of the diamond because the platinum is helping to improve the color.
H Color
The ROUND BRILLIANT is the best shape to choose when deciding on this color range. Why? Well, it is all about the cut and light refraction. The round shape of a diamond is optimized for brilliance, as it allows the diamond to reflect light evenly in all directions. As a result, the diamond's natural color is less visible, and the slight yellow tint of a J color diamond is more likely to blend in with the overall appearance of the diamond. Cut is paramount when selecting a J color diamond. For instance, this 1-carat J color from White Flash's will be so brilliant that it would be tough to see the true J color.
When it comes to fancy shapes, which is any other shape than a round brilliant, one has to pay even greater attention. Because of the way fancy-shaped diamonds are cut, they tend to show color a bit more. So choosing a diamond like this 1-carat princess from James Allen Princess Cut Diamonds | JamesAllen.com will help create a super brilliant effect that will minimize any tinge of color the stone may possess.
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