Diamond Carat Weight
Carat weight is the most easy to comprehend among the 4C's. Ct is the estimation unit of the diamond. Jewelers refer to the carat weight of diamond as points. One point reciprocals to .01 Ct or 1/100 Ct. Carat of a diamond is a measure of the weight of the loose diamond. It is a unit of weight, not size.
1 carat = 200 milligrams. A carat is divided into 100 points.
1 carat = 100 points
SIZE CHART
Below diamond carat size chart will help you to determine the average size.
Diamond price will increase with diamond carat weight because larger diamonds are rare and extra desirable. But two diamonds of equal carat weight can have very one of a kind values (prices) relying on three different factors of the diamond Cs: Color, Clarity, and Cut.
In diamond pieces with more than one diamond, the consolidated absolute weight of jewels in the piece are referenced as the complete Total carat weight (t.c.w.) represents the total weight of all diamonds in a piece of jewelry. Solitaire Diamonds are mostly quoted in (t.c.w.)
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Solitaire Jewels is a Dubai-based exclusive boutique specializing in natural diamond fine jewellery and a showroom in Kuwait as well. Our atelier crafts engagement rings, bridal jewellery, daily-wear diamond pieces, and bespoke high jewelry for clients across Dubai, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, and the wider GCC.
At Solitaire Jewels, every piece begins with the diamond. We hand-select natural diamonds for cut precision, brilliance, and integrity, then design and craft settings that honor — never compete with — the stone. Our name reflects our philosophy: the singular beauty of one exceptional diamond is the foundation of every piece we create.
Natural diamonds carry a permanence and rarity that lab-grown diamonds cannot replicate. A natural diamond is the product of a singular geological event — formed over a billion years deep within the Earth, mined, cut, and given as a symbol of something equally enduring. We believe that meaning is essential to fine jewelry.
Additional considerations:
Long-term value: Natural diamonds retain their value across generations; lab-grown diamonds depreciate substantially over time
Heirloom integrity: Natural diamonds become family heirlooms; lab-grown diamonds are produced and replaceable
Emotional weight: An engagement, a milestone, a legacy deserves a stone with permanence
Several principles distinguish Solitaire Jewels:
- Natural diamonds only — we do not work with lab-grown diamonds in any product
- Couture craftsmanship — every piece is hand-finished by master jewellers, not mass-produced
- Transparency — full certification, full grading documentation, full pricing disclosure on every piece
- Bespoke focus — custom design is our heart, not an afterthought
- GCC expertise — deep understanding of regional taste, cultural traditions, and bridal jewelry heritage
- Lifetime service — complimentary cleaning, inspection, and adjustment for life
Solitaire Jewels is headquartered in Dubai and showroom in Kuwait, with our flagship boutique serving clients across the UAE and the broader GCC. We ship across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain and Qatar, with international shipping available on request.
For in-person visits to our Dubai boutique and Kuwait showroom, we recommend booking a private appointment to ensure dedicated attention from our gemologists and designers. Contact our concierge team to schedule.
