Skip to main content
Welcome to our new website!
Hollingsworth Jewelers
  • Custom
  • Engagement
    Shop Engagement Rings
    Diamond Engagement RingsLab Created Engagement RingsDiamond Wedding Sets
    Create Your Own Engagement Ring
    Start with a DiamondStart with a Ring Setting
    Education
    The 4Cs of DiamondsChoosing the Right Setting
  • Wedding
    Women's Wedding Bands
    Women's Diamond Wedding BandsWomen's Precious Metal Wedding BandsDiamond Anniversary Rings
    Men's Wedding Bands
    Men's Precious Metal Wedding BandsMen's Silicone Bands
  • Diamonds
    Diamond Search
    Natural Loose DiamondsLab Created Loose Diamonds
    Diamond Engagement & Wedding
    Diamond Engagement RingsLab Grown Diamond Engagement RingsDiamond Wedding Sets
    Diamond Jewelry
    Diamond Fashion RingsDiamond EarringsDiamond NecklacesDiamond PendantsDiamond Bracelets
    Lab Grown Diamonds
    Lab Grown Diamond Engagement RingsLab Grown Diamond Earrings
    Education
    The 4Cs of Diamonds
  • Collections
    All Collections Aiya Designs Allison Kaufman Ashi Barkevs Belle Etoile Benchmark Cherie Dori Chisel Costar Diadori Doves Jewelry Forge Imperial Pearls Frederic Duclos Gabriel & Co - Bridal Gabriel & Co - Fashion Keith Jack Leslie's Noam Carver Rembrandt Charms Stanton Color Stuller Tantalum Isabel Collection Earrings Tracey Sheppard
  • Jewelry
    Engagement
    Gabriel & Co. Engagement RingsDiamond Engagement RingsLab Created Engagement RingsDiamond Wedding Sets
    Women's Wedding Bands
    Women's Diamond Wedding BandsWomen's Precious Metal BandsDiamond Anniversary Rings
    Men's Wedding Bands
    Men's Precious Metal Wedding BandsMen's Alternative Metal BandsSilicone Bands
    Gabriel & Co. FashionPermanent Jewelry
    Rings
    Diamond Fashion RingsPrecious Metal RingsColored Stone RingsMen's Colored Stone RingsPearl RingsSilver Rings
    Earrings
    Diamond EarringsLab Grown Diamond EarringsPrecious Metal EarringsColored Stone EarringsPearl EarringsSilver EarringsEarring Jackets
    Necklaces
    Diamond NecklacesPrecious Metal NecklacesColored Stone NecklacesPearl NecklacesSilver Necklaces/Pendants
    Pendants
    Diamond PendantsColored Stone PendantsPearl PendantsSilver Pendants
    Bracelets
    Diamond BraceletsColored Stone BraceletsPrecious Metal BraceletsPearl BraceletsSilver BraceletsAlternative Metal Bracelets
    Estate Jewelry
    Estate RingsEstate EarringsEstate Pendants/NecklacesEstate BraceletsEstate Pearl JewelryEstate CharmsEstate BroochesEstate Watches
    Watches
    Mens WatchesUnisex WatchesLadies Watches
    Charms
    Precious Metal Pendants/CharmsSilver Charms/PendantsAlternative Metal Charms
    Chains
    Precious Metal ChainsSilver ChainsAlternative Metal Chains
    Gifts & Accessories
    BeadsCufflinksSetsPins
  • Estate Jewelry
    Estate Rings Estate Earrings Estate Pendants/Necklaces Estate Bracelets Estate Pearl Jewelry Estate Charms Estate Brooches Estate Watches
  • Our Store
    About Us Our Services Create a Wishlist Store Events
  • Services
  • Contact
Log In My Cart (0)
Hollingsworth Jewelers
  1. Home
  2. Education
  3. Diamond Buying Tips

Diamond Buying Tips

Buying a diamond could be one of the most important purchases in one’s life. The following tips may help make it easier to make this important purchase.

Diamond Weight & Size

Some people want to buy the biggest diamond possible. Is this always the right choice? We feel that it's always a matter of preference, but here's something to think about:

The larger the diamond, chances are the more inclusions it likely has, and because it's larger, these inclusions are typically even more visible than on a smaller diamond. But most importantly, if the diamond cut isn't proportioned correctly, it won't return the maximum amount of light through the top of the diamond.

This illustrates that no matter how large the diamond, its cut and proportions determine how brilliant the diamond really is.

Diamond Color

Since diamond colors range from colorless to yellowish-brown, sometimes these colors can add warmth or depth to your diamond. Also, by mounting a non-colorless diamond in yellow gold can make the diamond appear colorless in some cases.

We are always happy to share our expertise about diamonds. Please let us know how we can help you make a confident decision in your diamond purchase.

More Diamond Education

  • Learn about the 4Cs of Diamonds
  • Schedule a Diamond Consultation with us
  • Learn how to Care for your Diamonds

Search Loose Diamonds

Hollingsworth Jewelers
5 Petaluma Blvd. North
Petaluma, CA 94952-3001
(707) 763-6053
Store Information
Hours
Monday:Closed
Tues - Sat:10:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday:Closed
Shop
  • Engagement
  • Women's Wedding Bands
  • Men's Wedding Bands
  • Gabriel & Co. Fashion
  • Permanent Jewelry
  • Rings
  • Earrings
  • Necklaces
  • Pendants
  • Bracelets
  • Estate Jewelry
  • Watches
  • Charms
  • Chains
  • Gifts & Accessories
About
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Contact Us
  • Create A Wishlist
  • Custom Design
  • Store Services
  • Testimonials
CUSTOMER CARE
  • Orders
  • My Account
  • Financing
  • Shipping & Returns
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms & Conditions
Follow Us

© 2023 Hollingsworth Jewelers Gallery. All Rights Reserved. Website designed, maintained, and hosted by  Punchmark.

  • Return Policy
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Accessibility Statement

My Bag