The Ultimate 9 Carat Diamond Ring Buying Guide

With a 9-carat diamond ring you will be seen—this is a guarantee. A stone as great as 9 carats is definitely not the right jewel for shy, or timid brides. All the opposite; if being the life of the party and loving the spotlight sounds more like you, keep on reading. This post will be your guide and aid in taking the next step and buying that impressive 9-carat diamond.

KEY POINTS OF THIS GUIDE:

•       How Big Is A 9 Carat Diamond?

•       Upgrading Your Engagement Ring

•       Price Of a 9 Carat Diamond

•       4 Crucial Factors That Impact a Diamond's Worth

Carat Weight vs. Size: How Big is a 9 Carat Diamond?

Although often mistaken for a volume unit, carats actually refer to a gemstone’s weight.

1 Carat = 200 miligrams

This means all 9-carat diamonds, regardless of their shape, will have a weight of 1.8 grams. Their measurements, however, can vary significantly. Say you have two 9ct oval cut diamonds. They both weigh the same yet one can have a longer shape due to its length to width ratio, and the other might have a deep pavilion. When inspected face up, the first one will probably look bigger.

A 9 carat round cut diamond has an average diameter of 13.5 mm. But remember: not all 9-carat diamonds will look the same size.

It is also worth mentioning, 8 carat round diamonds, have an average diameter of 13mm. Make sure to also research 8 ct diamonds, maybe you’ll find more accessible prices and availability on the shape you want. Bigger diamonds are rare. So, finding the exact combination of Carat, Cut, Color, and Clarity you want, might take longer.

A 9 Carat Diamond Upgrade

Celebrate big time with an equally big gem. An upcoming wedding anniversary or reaching an important milestone in your personal or professional life, are both great reasons to decide on upgrading your engagement ring with a larger diamond. Sometimes, however, is just a matter of emotions: you want more! A 9-carat diamond is easy to fall in love with; the fire and sparkle of such an impressive-sized stone are mesmerizing.

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The Family Heirloom: A 9 Carat Diamond

Large diamonds are in fact really versatile. Your future descendants can repurpose this diamond and reset it in a new, modern setting to continue its journey as an engagement ring. Or perhaps, it gets transformed into an elegant brooch that goes on to embellish the lapels of men in your succession line. A 9-carat diamond is also an extraordinary choice for a necklace. With a diamond of this size, you can create a tradition for your family.

Beyond legacy or romance, a 9-carat diamond is also a valuable asset. When purchasing a stone of these dimensions, you are making an investment.

What Is The Price Of A 9 Carat Diamond?

The price of a 9-carat diamond can vary greatly depending on its quality. You can expect to pay anywhere from $130,000 to $1,000,000 or more depending on the quality of the stone.

4 Factors That Impact Diamond Price

You probably already know what we are going to talk about here. If you thought the four determining factors are the 4 Cs of diamond, you guessed it!

A diamond’s Carat weight, Cut, Color, and Clarity, influence how much the gemstone is worth. For a 9 carat diamond this means:

1. Prices Will Be Higher for Colorless Grades  

Usually, you want a diamond that is as close to colorless as possible. Naturally, most diamonds have a slight yellow tint. Grades K-M is considered faint yellows. The colorless category includes D-F, and near-colorless are G-J.

We recommend a minimum color grade of H for your 9-carat diamond if you want a diamond that will face up as white. 

2. Less Inclusions = More Worth

Depending on how many, where they are found, and what kind of inclusion they are, inclusions can dramatically affect a diamond’s worth. Some inclusions are located around the edges, far away from the table, which makes them less noticeable. Others, however, can be identified with the naked eye or affect a diamond’s luster.

We recommend a clarity grade of VS2 or better for your 9-carat diamond as inclusions will be more noticeable in a larger stone.

3. Some Cuts are More Expensive

The most popular diamond shape of all is the round cut brilliant. Its high demand makes this diamond cut the most expensive. Asscher cuts carry more weight in their pavilion, so this makes them a more costly stone too if you’re looking for a shape that has a larger appearance.

We recommend an Ideal cut grade for your diamond, no matter what carat weight you are choosing.

4. Carats Matter

Lastly, we have the carat weight. The heavier a diamond is, the more pricey will be. As a tip, we recommend checking out elongated diamond shapes such as the oval-cut or emerald-cut as they tend to look bigger than their actual carat weight.

Ring Settings For Your 9 Carat Diamond

18kt Yellow Gold Double Split Shank With Surprise Diamonds

The double rows of shining diamond shoulders are the perfect support for a 9-carat radiant cut diamond’s elongated proportions. Under the gorgeous center stone, you will find a brilliant detail hidden at the base of the prongs: one diamond on each side.

​14kt White Gold Tapered Diamond Pavé Band

The long shape of the pointy 9-carat marquise cut diamond is accentuated by this gorgeous tapered band, embellished with rows of pavé diamonds that create a scintillating effect.

​Vintage-Inspired Platinum Halo Ring​

This design is inspired by Art Deco love for straight lines and geometrical shapes. The 9-carat princess cut diamond is surrounded by a delicate halo of micropavé rounds. The architectural gallery of this jewel hides four bezel-set diamonds. Delicate milgrain accents give this ring the final vintage touch.

Classic Six-prong Knife-edge Engagement Ring

This simple yet timeless solitaire setting will let the beauty of your 9-carat round-cut diamond shine through. This setting will raise your diamond high off of your finger so it will appear even larger and catch extra light. 

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