What does a 1 carat engagement ring look like?

A popular choice of diamond carat weight, 1-carat engagement rings are sought after in a range of settings and diamond shapes. As a measurement of weight, rather than size, the appearance of 1-carat diamonds can vary significantly. Depending on their shape, the quality of cut, and the style of ring selected, two diamonds of the same carat weight may look very different.

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While you may have an ideal carat weight in mind for your engagement ring, remember that this is just one part of what brings unique character to a diamond. Cut, color, and clarity are other elements that should be considered and factored into your budget for selecting the right diamond. A larger diamond with a poor cut grade will simply not exhibit the stunning brilliance that attracts the eye to these gemstones, so try to balance weight with quality.

Certain diamond shapes are cut in a way so as to appear larger than other diamonds of the same carat weight. The marquise shape, for example, is elongated and shallow, with two points that stretch out across the finger in an engagement ring. A 1 carat marquise diamond is likely to look larger than a deep emerald-cut stone.

This ring’s round center stone is 1 carat. The sidestones are 0.50ctw.

Since a diamond’s size will be perceived differently based on the wearer’s hand, it may be very important for you to see your diamond in person before purchasing. Ritani offers a free in-store preview of your handcrafted engagement ring or loose diamond so that you can try it on at your local jewelry store and then decide whether to buy.

Are you looking for the perfect 1-carat diamond engagement ring? Shop our extensive diamond inventory to find the right one for you, or learn more about the 4Cs.

Interested in a 2-carat diamond instead? Learn how much a 2-carat diamond costs here.