{"title":"Blue Diamonds","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eUnderstanding Blue Diamond Rarity \u0026amp; Grading\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eHow Rare Are Blue Diamonds?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eAround just 0.02% to 0.1% of natural fancy diamonds are blue, making them only second to reds in the battle for the rarest diamond color of all. \u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe rarity stems from ‘Type llb’ classification. Type IIb diamonds contain boron in their structure, which gives them a blue tint. Their extremely unique aesthetic makes them both a collector's dream and extremely rare. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe GIA’s Grading of Blue Diamonds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eGrading for blue diamonds from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gia.edu\/\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe Gemological Institute of America (GIA)\u003c\/a\u003e ranks them on a fancy color scale of: Faint (a subtle blue tint), Very Light, Light, Fancy, Fancy Intense, Fancy Deep, Fancy Vivid, and Fancy Dark (a very rich, saturated hue)x. \u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe scales grade them based on hue, saturation, and tone. Note that this is a different grading system from that used for regular white diamonds. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe Impact of the Color Scale of Pricing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eWhen it comes to fancy diamond pricing, it’s color intensity that drives the price. Price can also be heavily affected by clarity and carat weight, but primarily, it’s the fancy color scale to focus on. For example, vivid blues can command millions per carat. \u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eWhile there are plenty of grayish blue-toned diamonds in circulation, just 1% of studied blues are believed to hit ‘Fancy Vivid’. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eLight Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eAs with all diamonds, cut quality is the defining factor in light performance. A precision-cut diamond will maximize scintillation, spreading color evenly and preventing light leakage from dulling the hues. As a result, the blue pops from all angles. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eOur Blue Diamonds Showcase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e1.50ct Fancy Blue VS1 Pear \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.briangavindiamonds.com\/collections\/fancy-color-diamonds\/products\/1-50-blue-vs1-fancy-color-pear-diamond-1\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eBGD’s 1.50-carat fancy blue pear-shaped diamond\u003c\/a\u003e is a VS1 clarity stone, offering an eye-clean, fancy blue tone. The pear cut helps maximize the blue’s spread while offering wonderful light return thanks to its superior proportions and our precision-cutting standards. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e1.18ct Fancy Blue VS1 Heart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.briangavindiamonds.com\/collections\/fancy-color-diamonds\/products\/1-18-blue-vs1-fancy-color-heart-diamond\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e1.18ct fancy blue VS1 heart diamond\u003c\/a\u003e is an utterly romantic stone, perfect for a heart-fluttering engagement ring. Its eye-clean VS1 clarity and light blue tone complement the precision cutting we provide, allowing for optical symmetry and optimised color dispersion. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e0.17ct Fancy Blue SI1 Pear \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe smaller \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.briangavindiamonds.com\/collections\/fancy-color-diamonds\/products\/0-17-blue-si1-fancy-color-pear-diamond\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e0.17ct fancy blue SI1 pear diamond\u003c\/a\u003e is another pear-shaped offering and a wonderful entry into blue-toned diamonds with an SI1 clarity. Its fancy light hue and precision proportions for light performance make it perfect for side stones in blue diamond rings or blue diamond jewelry. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eFAQs for Blue Diamonds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eWhat makes blue diamonds so rare?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eBlue diamonds make up a mere 0.02 to 0.1% of mined diamonds. That’s because their unique formation occurs at depths of around 660km below ground. There, in areas far deeper than other diamonds, they’re formed over millions of years via intense pressure and crystallized carbon. The blue hue arises from boron impurities in the lattice, which absorb red and yellow light. If that sounds miraculous, it’s because it is!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eHow are blue diamonds graded?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eBlue diamonds are graded using the GIA’s specialized fancy color system, ranking them from Very Light Blue, Light Blue, Fancy Light Blue, Fancy Blue, Fancy Intense Blue, Fancy Deep Blue, to Fancy Vivid Blue. \u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eYou should also look for a cut and clarity rating, such as the VS1. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eCan blue diamonds be used in engagement rings?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eYes! Blue diamond rings are a wonderful choice for making your partner’s jaw drop time and time again. Rarity is one thing, but the evocative blue never fails to impress.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eHow do I choose the right blue diamond?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eWe recommend balancing the 4 Cs of diamonds: color, clarity, cut, and carat. Color often gains a higher priority in fancy diamonds than in white diamonds, as you may want a truly saturated blue. VS1 to SI1 is also recommended for clarity, as it provides a clean stone. \u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe cut and shape of the stone largely come down to preference, but pear and heart shapes are known for maximizing the spread of blue color. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eCarat will be affected by your budget.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eDoes BGD offer custom blue diamond jewelry?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eYes, we do. Brian Gavin Diamonds welcomes you to contact us today to discuss a custom blue diamond jewelry idea. We can help you dream up a vision before carefully crafting it for you, bespoke. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"1-18-blue-vs1-fancy-color-heart-diamond","title":"1.18 Blue VS1 Fancy Color Heart Diamond","description":"","brand":"Leibish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40321172635709,"sku":"1216082781","price":82725.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/1536\/2877\/products\/472741-heart-light-vs1-blue-30f14.jpg?v=1666195437"},{"product_id":"0-17-blue-si1-fancy-color-pear-diamond","title":"0.17 Blue SI1 Fancy Color Pear Diamond","description":"","brand":"Leibish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40321189150781,"sku":"5182578370","price":21375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/1536\/2877\/products\/495779-pear-fancy_intense-si1-blue-31fe0.jpg?v=1666195970"},{"product_id":"0-08-blue-vs1-fancy-color-radiant-diamond","title":"0.08 Blue VS1 Fancy Color Radiant Diamond","description":"","brand":"Leibish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40321194164285,"sku":"6213159745","price":20125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/1536\/2877\/products\/521265-radiant-fancy_deep-vs1-blue-7e47b.jpg?v=1666196119"},{"product_id":"1-50-blue-vs1-fancy-color-pear-diamond","title":"1.50 Blue VS1 Fancy Color Pear Diamond","description":"","brand":"Leibish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40321203372093,"sku":"6435165938","price":675125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/1536\/2877\/products\/530842-pear-fancy-vs1-blue-642ac.jpg?v=1666196406"},{"product_id":"0-74-blue-if-fancy-color-pear-diamond","title":"0.74 Blue IF Fancy Color Pear Diamond","description":"","brand":"Leibish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40321204715581,"sku":"5426879520","price":92625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/1536\/2877\/products\/530030-pear-fancy-if-blue-a5e67.jpg?v=1666196469"},{"product_id":"1-50-blue-vs1-fancy-color-pear-diamond-1","title":"1.50 Blue VS1 Fancy Color Pear Diamond","description":"","brand":"Leibish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40371456245821,"sku":"6435165938","price":675125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/1536\/2877\/products\/530842-pear-fancy-vs1-blue-642ac_5834b97b-d156-41cc-a2a4-15d3a1612fdc.jpg?v=1668163642"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.briangavindiamonds.com\/en-ca\/collections\/blue-diamonds.oembed","provider":"Brian Gavin Diamonds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}