6 Carat Diamond Ring Buying Guide

You want a big, magnificent rock for your engagement ring - we hear you! If you are looking for a 6-carat diamond, you are in the right place. We will go through everything there is to know about making such a special purchase on this post. And, after you've become an expert on6-carat diamonds, you can go explore our select inventory of big luxurious gems: 

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KEY POINTS OF THIS GUIDE:

•       How Big Is A 6 Carat Diamond?

•       What You Should Know Before Buying a 6 Carat Diamond Ring

•       How Much Does A 6 Carat Diamond Cost?

•       Best Engagement Ring Settings For a 6 Carat Diamond

How Big is a 6 Carat Diamond? 

First, we should clarify what carats are. Most people think a carat is a size measurement, but it’s, in fact, a weight measure.

1 Carat = 200 miligrams

Of course, the higher the carat weight, the larger the diamond. But you have to consider diamonds carry their weight in different areas. Asscher cuts, for example, typically sport chunky pavilions. So a 1 carat Asscher might not look the same size as a 1-carat princess-cut, even though they are both square-shaped.

Now, back to the matter, how big is a 6-carat diamond? If we take a 6 carat round brilliant cut diamond face up, it should have a diameter of around 11.7mm.

3 Things That Make A Diamond Look Bigger

1. The Diamond's Cut

That's right, some diamond shapes tend to look bigger than their actual carat weight. One of these blessed cuts is the emerald; thanks to its elongated shape, it usually gives a more prominent appearance. Oval-cut diamonds are another shape that appears larger than their carat weight, and they are extremely popular these days for engagement rings.

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2. The Band's Thickness 

Especially in solitaire settings, the thinner the band, the higher the contrast will be against the size of the diamond, making it look bigger.

Read More: How Thick or Thin Should My Engagement Ring Be?

3. The Setting

Go for platinum or white gold prongs as they blend with the diamond’s color and make it look bigger. And if you really want a size-up effect, a halo is the perfect solution.

How Much Does a 6 Carat Diamond Cost?

You probably have already heard about the 4Cs of diamonds: Cut, Color, Clarity, and Carats. Price varies according to the grading received by the first three Cs. The shape and quality of the cut, the color or lack thereof, and the presence or absence of inclusions, all impact price, so it's hard to say exactly how much a 6-carat diamond will cost.

6-carat diamonds can cost anywhere between $65,000 to $300,000 or more. 

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Consider Manmade Diamonds

If the above price range is out of your budget, don't quit just yet. If you are open to going for a lab-grown, your dreams of creating a show-stopping engagement ring are still possible. Did you know lab-grown diamonds can be up to 30% cheaper than mined diamonds? They are real diamonds with the same optical properties and chemical composition as their natural counterparts.

Learn More About Manmade Diamonds

Head over to our 6 Carat Lab Grown Diamond Inventory and find your ideal gem.

Explore Other Diamond Shapes

We understand lab-grown diamonds are not for everybody, though. If you still want a natural gem without sacrificing color or clarity, here's a tip: select another cut. The round cut is the most popular diamond shape of all, but high demand means higher prices. Go for a 6-carat oval cut diamond instead; you'll still get a ton of brilliance. Not an oval fan? No problem. You still have another alternative: the cushion cut. Also, a classic shape for engagement rings, a 6-carat princess cut diamond, will be less expensive than a 6 carat round with the same color and clarity grades.

Engagement Ring Settings For a 6 Carat Diamond

​French-set Diamond Band With Surprise Diamond Accents

This delicate, platinum, thin band is embellished with shimmery rows of french-set diamonds—an impeccable, timeless design that will compliment your6-carat princess cut diamond.

Stunning Shared-Prong Diamond Band in 18kt White Gold

This band is just breathtaking! Set your 6 carat round rock in this diamond band for an even more striking, jaw-dropping effect. The amount of fire and brilliance you’ll get with this band is out of this world!

​Double French-set Diamond Band In Platinum

What’s better than a brilliant row of french-set diamonds? Two, of course! Your 6-carat oval diamond sure needs an equally impressive setting. And what could be better than a thick platinum band full of diamonds? This setting might look chunky, but the long oval shape will create a harmonious look.

​18kt White Gold Band With Pavé Gallery Of Diamonds And Hidden Halo

We love the regal feel of a 6-carat emerald diamond and this setting checks all the boxes to be the keeper of such a precious gem. Emerald cuts do not display as much scintillation as brilliants. Yet this makes them the perfect cut if you are going for an elegant look and don’t want to look too extravagant with such a big rock in your finger. And with the pavé adorned gallery, a hidden halo, and shiny rows of diamonds, you won’t be missing on sparkles.

​Platinum Tapered Band With Artistic Gallery Setting​

If a 6-carat oval diamond is enough bling for you, select a setting like this one. No accent diamonds, just lustrously polished platinum. The claw style of the prongs and the Art Nouveau-inspired gallery, make this ring a romantic choice.