Carat for carat sapphires are almost always cheaper than diamonds.
Sapphire vs diamond price.
The white sapphire only cost 1110 whereas the diamond cost 14900.
To a 1 5 ct.
Even sapphires on the high end price wise won t match a diamond s price such as this 1 13 carat blue sapphire for 2 610.
Of course diamonds and sapphires both come in a wide range of prices depending on their size shape cut color quality and much more.
One advantage that a white sapphire however undoubtedly has against a diamond is its price.
Prices for diamond will also jump a considerable amount once you go from a 1 49 ct.
As an example here is a 1 05 carat blue sapphire from james allen which costs 700.
Feel free to check out the full listing details by clicking on the images 1 15ct ceylon white sapphire 1 035.
In comparison a 1 carat diamond from james allen costs over 4 000.
While a diamond is valued for its brilliance sapphire value is determined by its diamonds and the color.
In fact the diamond from above had 1 50 ct in weight and the white sapphire had 1 48ct in weight.
Blue sapphires are the most expensive color because they re the most sought after.
Diamonds refract more light than sapphires do appearing more brilliant adding to their value.
Likewise the more brilliant and pure the color is the more expensive it will be.
White sapphires will always cost significantly less than diamonds even if you chose a diamond with less clarity or color grade.
The most appealing fact about white sapphires is their price.