What size is this rough diamond?

[tripleX]

Does anyone know what size this rough diamond is approximately? I know it’s hard from a photo, but I’m curious as to what you pros think!

 

[OoohShiny]

That's like asking how long a piece of string is.

With nothing for context and with no idea how large your fingers are, the range of options could be substantial.

 

[tripleX]

That's like asking how long a piece of string is.

With nothing for context and with no idea how large your fingers are, the range of options could be substantial.

That’s fair! I know it’s tough to judge, but would it be 3, 8, 25ct?

But you are correct!

 

[Gemly]

My guess would be between a quarter carat .25 ct. and half of a carat .5 ct.

 

[partgypsy]

It's not larger than a carat. that's about how precise I can be

 

[OoohShiny]

Are you being offered this by a seller?

If they can't provide photos next to a ruler the No Deal.

(And even if they can, can you confirm it accords with the Kimberley process?)

 

[OcnGypZ]

Actually, you would weigh the rough. 200 milligrams equals one carat.

 

[Bron357]

Irrespective of its current carat weight, it will be a lot less after cutting, about half ie 50%.

 

[OoohShiny]

Actually, you would weigh the rough. 200 milligrams equals one carat.

D'OH


:facepalm:


Of course!!

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

Its illegal in some countries to buy an uncut diamond

 

[Garry H (Cut Nut)]

Some pharmacies still use scales