The Full Spectrum: Explore the Mesmerizing World of Natural Color Diamonds

October 2021

Natural color diamonds were all but forgotten at the beginning of the 20th century, only to resurface in Antwerp after the 1960s.

Today, natural color diamonds command sky-high prices, but their road to popularity has been rocky.

In a world of luxury that relies on exclusivity, desire and emotions, few products are as rare and rich in history as fancy-color diamonds.

When manufacturing colorless diamonds, cutters aim to maximize all the 4Cs. With natural color diamonds, that journey is more artisitic.

Whether as center stones or as accents, these diamonds create a dazzling effect.

These six high-jewelry designers share why they like featuring natural color diamonds in their most precious creations.

Fancy diamonds get their unique shades in a variety of ways.