What is Carat? Carat refers to the weight of a diamond, not its physical size. It is a special unit of measurement used specifically for weighing diamonds and other gemstones.

Conversion Ratio:

1 Carat = 0.2 Grams

Although carat measures weight, larger carat diamonds usually appear bigger and are often considered more desirable.

At New York Carat House, we carefully select diamonds of different carat weights to suit every style and preference.

Total Carat Weight

When a piece of jewellery contains more than one gemstone, the term Total Carat Weight (TCW) is used to represent the combined weight of all gemstones in that jewellery piece.

For example, the total carat weight listed for a pair of diamond earrings includes the combined weight of the diamonds used in both earrings.

How Carat Weight Affects Price

Larger diamonds are significantly more valuable because they are much rarer to find naturally compared to smaller diamonds. Diamond pricing increases exponentially rather than linearly as the carat weight increases.

For instance, a 1.00 carat diamond is typically more valuable than two 0.50 carat diamonds of the same quality.

Best Tips When Choosing Carat Weight

Choosing the right carat weight depends on personal preference, budget, and finger size. The overall appearance of a diamond ring can also be influenced by the ring design and setting style.

If a specific carat weight or design is outside your budget, you can also consider lab-grown diamonds, which offer excellent beauty and brilliance at a more accessible price.

At New York Carat House, we help customers find the perfect balance between carat weight, quality, and value to create a beautiful and timeless diamond piece.