Chocolate colored diamonds – winning the hearts and souls

Brown diamonds, also known as champagne, honey or chocolate diamonds are the most common and easily available gems. In recent years, demand for these colored gemstones has increased rapidly. It is becoming a new trend in the jewelry section, whether it is for women or men.

There are many shades in brown gemstones like champagne, clove, cinnamon, honey, chocolate and cognac, etc. There is a grading scale for these different shades. There are many options in this jewelry such as necklaces, bracelets, rings, brooches, earrings, pendants etc.

Celebrities like Halle Berry, Paris Hilton, Jennifer Lopez, Cameron Diaz’, Helen Mirren, Jennifer Hudson, Hilary Swank, Jessica Simpson, and Cate Blanchett wore champagne colored gems on various occasions. It increased the value of this gemstone and it became a trend. Chocolate colored jewelry is the new status symbol.
This colored stone is mostly found in the argyle mine in Australia. This mine produces most of the brown diamonds in the world. It also produces one third of global production of this precious gem.

Its color is caused by different reasons like irradiation, lattice imperfections, and impurities of nickel.

• Irradiation – When the particles such as electrons and gamma rays create vacancies in the lattice, it gives the stone different color. These vacancies are created because of carbon atoms such as nitrogen, which give them the yellow color. When these gems are heated above 600 degree Celsius, it becomes brown. It is a natural way of getting this color.
• Synthetic – This is another way to get this color in gems. In this graphite is compressed with nickel to several gigapascals. Then it is heated on the temperatures above 1500 degree Celsius. It is usually rich in nitrogen and the nickel increase the conversion.

Before 1980s, it was not considered as a precious gemstone. It was not assessed on the diamond color scale also. At that time, this gem was used for industrial purposes only. After 1985, when the argyle mine started, this colored gem got the attention of people. It is easily available and gives a sophisticated look to the jewelry. Women can wear it with dresses as well as with jeans. This quality makes it popular among women.
One can get brown diamond in various settings like gold, white gold or platinum. The price of these gemstones depends on the 4Cs – cut, clarity, color, and carat. These are also less expensive than the others because they are easily available. With its rising popularity, this stone is making a place for itself in the diamond industry.

Which style of diamond bracelet will suit you the most?

You have six options to choose from! Each type has its own unique features that will help you determine, which one style will suit you the best.

However, depending on a few factors like budget, occasion and personal preference you can categorize even it better and choose one that falls in your requirement.

The categories of diamond bracelets are as follows:

The foremost bracelet style, which is commonly preferred by many women, is tennis style. A single line of diamonds is molded in gold or platinum setting.

If one can spend few more bucks, they can get it set in three prong or four-prong setting. This helps hold each diamond more firmly and there is no risk of losing precious stones.

The next style, which you can choose is combination of gemstone and diamond called cognac diamond bracelets. In this style, even distribution of gemstones and diamonds is done.

The third style is the bangle bracelet. Usually, 7 inches long in diameter with a single clasp that is either oval or round shape on one end, securing the bracelet to fall from the wrist.
In this style, diamonds can be studded in either gold or platinum metal type just like tennis bracelet.

The most glamorous style comes in fourth style. Unlike other styles, it cannot be worn every day because it comprise of numerous stones, which are studded in multiple rows giving it a unique design. Subsequently, making it expensive than other pieces.
Basically, it is perfect for a wedding, or any other special occasion for that matter.

The fifth category is not any regular design; instead, it is a designer piece. There are intricate shapes and styles available in this piece that is either bonded with gold or platinum.
If you are found of any gemstones, you can get it incorporate in this design.

Last and the sixth category is the vintage bracelet. Special intricate designs are available in this style, which give you a unique look to your personality.

After determining which type you want, ask jeweler to tell the price of your piece. You need to be clear with it because prices vary on the metal type that you have chosen, diamond quality, size, and length of bracelet.
Once you have all the details, then place the order and wear your jewelry on a special occasion or gift it to your loved one to surprise her.