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Like cut, color is another of the “Cs” of choosing quality gemstones. The color of the gemstone makes a large impact on the value and demand of the stone or the jewelry it is set in.

When speaking of diamonds in particular, color is described by a letter from D to Z. The letters D, E and F describe a colorless (or white) diamond, D being the most colorless pure white diamond available.

The letters G through J describe near colorless diamonds. These diamonds are still white, but may have a slight tint to them.

Next, K through M are used to describe a faint yellow colored diamond, while the letters N through R describe very light yellow diamonds.

The last color range is letters S through Z which describe light yellow diamonds, obviously becoming more and more yellow as the alphabet comes to an end. The diamonds in this range are clearly yellow to the naked eye.

Generally speaking, the whiter the diamond the more expensive and valuable it is. However, diamonds also come in rare fancy colors (black, gray, red, green, etc.) and because of their rarity these are also very valuable diamonds. Always keep color in mind when shopping for diamond jewelry.

This colorful piece by Salavetti is currently being auctioned off here on Bidz.com. The piece is an Italian made ladies ring made of 18K white gold.

The stone center is a 4.05carat heart shaped genuine pink/red tourmaline. The movement in the stone is very unique and the color is absolutely stunning. The ring size is US-6.5/EU-13.16.

“The Salavetti fine jewelry firm has one of the best concepts of jewelry fashion today. The lavish and distinctive Italian jewelry designs are sought after worldwide and renowned for their quality and excellence. Salavetti combines excellent craftsmanship, unique designs and superior quality gemstones and diamonds in their collections. This has helped establish Salavetti as one of the top international jewelers. Always on the cutting edge of fashion, their designs are high class and easy to wear. The Salavetti philosophy is to achieve full satisfaction for their customers, and for all those who adorn their creations.”

Remember the heart ring from yesterday? Well here is her best friend, currently being bid on in our online jewelry auction.

Instead of a red ruby, this hearty ring features a cabochon cut blue topaz. One side is encrusted in 166 round white diamonds while the other side in various round sapphires of pink, yellow and blue shades. The topaz is surrounded by 65 baguette diamonds of VS1-SI2 clarity.

Here is the description on this auction, “The Salavetti fine jewelry firm has one of the best concepts of jewelry fashion today. The lavish and distinctive Italian jewelry designs are sought after worldwide and renowned for their quality and excellence. Salavetti combines excellent craftsmanship, unique designs and superior quality gemstones and diamonds in their collections. This has helped establish Salavetti as one of the top international jewelers. Always on the cutting edge of fashion, their designs are high class and easy to wear. The Salavetti philosophy is to achieve full satisfaction for their customers, and for all those who adorn their creations.”

Jump on your chance to bid on this $15,878.00 ring today!

Autumn this year (and every year) is big on rich, earthy tones. Purple is making its way back into the jewelry and wardrobe scene as it contrasts beautifully with the colors of fall. Purple also symbolizes royalty, which is how you’ll feel in this fabulous ring by Salavetti. This ring is substantial, measuring 1-inch from side-to-side.

The auction description reads, “The Salavetti fine jewelry firm has one of the best concepts of jewelry fashion today. The lavish and distinctive Italian jewelry designs are sought after worldwide and renowned for their quality and excellence. Salavetti combines excellent craftsmanship, unique designs and superior quality gemstones and diamonds in their collections. This has helped establish Salavetti as one of the top international jewelers. Always on the cutting edge of fashion, their designs are high class and easy to wear. The Salavetti philosophy is to achieve full satisfaction for their customers, and for all those who adorn their creations.”

This 18k white gold ring is covered in brilliant cut diamonds and rubies with a fancy cut purple amethyst center. It boasts a carat weight of 20.56 and a total weight of 28.8g! I did say it was substantial, didn’t I? Watch this piece in our online jewelry auction and look for pieces which follow the richly-colored trend this fall.