All About Yellow Diamonds | Lauren B Jewellery & Diamonds

Like coloration gem stones, diamonds are available all types of fancy colours–hottest being yellow. Whereas colorless diamonds are the normal alternative, the second hottest possibility for diamond middle stones is a yellow diamond.

How Do Diamonds Get Their Coloration?

Technically talking, there’s a distinction between yellow-hued diamonds and fancy yellow diamonds.

Diamonds are graded on a coloration scale that ranges from D-Z, D being completely colorless whereas  the grades of ‘U’ by means of ‘Z’ give off a faint/gentle look. After it passes the ‘Z’ coloration grade it strikes into the flamboyant coloration grading system which works on this order primarily based on the extent of saturation; fancy gentle, fancy, fancy intense, fancy vivid.

So how do these diamonds get their coloration? Throughout the diamond’s formation course of, both within the Earth or in a lab, hint parts of nitrogen are launched to the diamond’s crystalline construction which absorbs the blue gentle and provides the gemstone its new hue. Relying on how the nitrogen attaches to the crystalline lattice will decide the saturation of the diamond.

Yellow diamonds are in actual fact extra uncommon than colorless diamonds nevertheless that doesn’t imply they’re all going to be costlier.  As a rule of thumb, fancy gentle and fancy coloration diamonds might be priced beneath a colorless diamond of comparable high quality/form/dimension whereas a flowery intense or fancy vivid diamond might be above.  The rarity will increase exponentially as you attain the extraordinary/vivid coloration vary which makes them promote at a excessive premium. 

Origin + Historical past

1 in each 10,000 mined diamonds has some variation of coloration, making up solely 0.01% of all diamonds. Some nations are richer than others in coloration diamonds, nevertheless yellow diamonds haven’t got a specific place they name residence; they are often found in numerous areas across the globe. Nonetheless, the very first yellow diamonds had been unearthed in Cape Province, nestled inside the stunning landscapes of South Africa. 

You may also discover these particular coloration diamonds in South Africa, Russia, India, and Canada. They will also be present in locations like Australia, Central Africa, Angola, Borneo, Brazil, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Sierra Leone as nicely.

Completely different Forms of Yellow Diamonds 

Yellow diamonds are available a spread of fascinating hues, every providing its personal distinctive enchantment. Let’s discover the differing types:

Fancy Gentle Yellow Diamonds: These diamonds boast a mild, delicate yellow tint, paying homage to the gentle glow of candlelight.

3.02 carat Spherical Good Diamond Three-Stone Ring

Fancy Yellow Diamonds: Transferring up the dimensions, Fancy diamonds exhibit a extra pronounced yellow hue, akin to the nice and cozy glow of a summer time dawn.

3.50 carat Asscher Reduce Diamond Three-Stone Ring

Fancy Intense Yellow Diamonds: With a deeper, richer yellow coloration, Fancy Intense diamonds radiate with an simple presence.

3.01 carat Fancy Intense Oval Diamond Three-Stone Ring

Fancy Deep Yellow Diamonds: Going even deeper in coloration, Fancy Deep diamonds showcase a saturated and profound hue, paying homage to ripe tropical fruits. They captivate with their intense saturation, symbolizing luxurious and class.

2.03 Carat Fancy Deep Pear Form Diamond Halo Ring

Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamonds: On the high of the spectrum, Fancy Vivid diamonds dazzle with an electrifying hue.

2.56 carat Fancy Vivid Marquise Lab Diamond Ring

Fancy Darkish Yellow Diamonds: These diamonds boast a daring and intense coloration, akin to the richness of a sun-kissed sundown. 

Is Your Coloration Diamond Actual? 

At Lauren B, we use two grading laboratories to grade our coloration diamonds: the Gemological Institute of America , or GIA, and the Worldwide Gemological Institute, or IGI. All of our coloration diamonds include certification and a grading report.

Lauren B Yellow Diamond Rings

Take a look at a few of our favourite yellow diamond engagement rings and wedding ceremony bands from our stock!

3.32 carat Cushion Diamond Seven-Stone Ring

5 carat Fancy Elongated Radiant Diamond Seven-Stone Ring

4.41 carat Cushion Reduce Diamond Three-Stone Ring

Oval Form Alternating Diamond Eternity Band

4.78 carat Radiant Reduce Diamond Eternity Band

6.48 Carat Asscher Reduce Diamond Bezel Eternity Band

Wrapping Up

At Lauren B, we’re proud to supply a shocking array of yellow diamonds in our showroom. Our group of design consultants is right here to information you thru each step of the method, from choosing the right stone to designing a customized engagement ring that displays your distinctive type and character. You may also take a look at a few of our favourite coloration diamond ring inspo on our Pinterest.