It's hard enough to buy jewelry accessories on a regular basis, let alone such an expensive and meaningful diamond engagement ring. When you first go purchasing for a diamond engagement ring with your partner, you will inevitably be faced with questions such as, "How many carats of diamond should I get" or "Is it the larger the diamond the better", etc.

You may have heard by chance that the 1 carat diamond engagement ring is the most popular choice for brides worldwide because of the symbol of romance, beauty and status it has been given in movies and literature. Therefore, you may not be able to help but be attracted to the coveted carat weight.

But do you really know about 1 carat diamond? Do you know how big a 1 carat diamond is? Are you really suited for a 1 carat diamond engagement ring? Buying an engagement ring is a solemn and sacred event, you may want to watch this guide on 1 carat engagement rings carefully before deciding on a diamond engagement ring that suits your style.

How Big is a 1 Carat Diamond?

Whether you've ever noticed, but an oval or pear-shaped engagement ring will appear larger to the human eye than an Asscher or princess cut engagement ring for the same one carat diamond. There is also a common misconception about the carat weight and size of a diamond.

Then, what exactly is a carat? What does carat have to do with the size of a diamond?

In fact, the carat is a unit of measurement of the weight of a diamond, not the width, length or proportion of the diamond. 1 carat is equal to 200 milligrams or 0.2 grams, according to the measurements expressed on the GIA or AGS certificate. Put another way, a 1 carat diamond is roughly the same weight as a quarter of a raisin. This unit of measurement, carat, is used because each diamond cut has a slightly different shape and depth, and we cannot use them to determine the exact size of a 1 carat diamond.

That being the case, how big is a 1 carat diamond engagement ring?

The size of a 1 carat diamond engagement ring has a lot to do with the depth and shape of the diamond cut. Different diamond cuts will give a different impression for the same carat weight.

For example, a 1 carat round brilliant diamond is approximately 6.5 mm in diameter, but a 1 carat square-shaped Asscher diamond is approximately 5.61 mm in diameter. When viewed from the front, a 1 carat round diamond engagement ring is much larger than that of a square diamond engagement ring. Check the table sizes for different diamond shapes at the same 1 carat weight.

1 carat weight for different diamond shapes

Not only that, but if you compare round diamond engagement rings that are 1 carat but have different depths of cut, you will find that a round brilliant diamond with a deeper depth of cut will look smaller than one with a shallower depth of cut. Furthermore, the difference in depth of cut will also clearly affect the sparkle of your diamond engagement ring. For example, a diamond with a shallow depth of cut will appear duller than a diamond with a deeper depth of cut. A large, dull diamond will never look better than a small, sparkling diamond.

The size of your 1 carat engagement ring is also inextricably linked to the size of your finger. No matter how large a carat diamond engagement ring you choose, the really important factor that affects its size appearance is the size of your finger. If you have a larger finger size, the smaller the diamond set in the engagement ring will look. And vice versa.

How Many Carats Should You Choose for Your Diamond Engagement Ring?

So, the question about exactly what size and how many carats you should choose for your diamond engagement ring depends entirely on your personal preference and the size of your finger. But for most people, a 1 carat diamond engagement ring is the safe choice, as this is the average weight in the United States. In the UK, it's usually 0.6 carats, while in Europe, it's about 0.5 carats.

In this way, a 1 carat engagement ring will not seem small to most ordinary people. It will even make you look more dazzling on special occasions. The carat weight you choose will of course be influenced by your budget. If you have an ample budget, you can absolutely choose an engagement ring with big diamond.

At Darry Ring, we can customize any carat diamond to fit your unique needs, including 2 carat diamond engagement rings, 3 carat diamond engagement rings, 5 carat diamond engagement rings, and more. Using the 4Cs of the diamond as a small lever, you also have the flexibility to adjust up or down to get a unique diamond engagement ring that fits your wallet.

Where to Buy 1 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring?

There is no doubt that the 1 carat engagement ring remains the most popular choice for brides worldwide. It fits almost every hand size, and it is the perfect balance between elegant, eye-catching and affordable. If you are looking for a jewelry brand to buy 1 carat diamond engagement rings from, we recommend looking at online stores, as online stores often have a larger selection of quality 1 carat diamonds than local stores. At the Darry Ring official website, we offer a variety of custom engagement ring service in a variety of carats in addition to a wide options of beautiful ring setting designs made of 18k yellow gold, platinum, white gold and rose gold. By shopping for DR diamond engagement rings online, you have a better chance of finding a beautiful diamond at a great value.