Pink diamond. (Jewel of the Month).(Brief Article)

JCK's High-Volume Jeweler, December, 2001 by Roskin, Gary

Gem-quality diamonds come in a multitude of colors, including some so rare that the phrase "one in a million" would exaggerate their numbers. Diamonds in the pink color range are not among the rarest of the rare. They're more common than, say, blue, purple, or red diamonds, but compared to fancy brown, orangey, and yellow diamonds--the most common fancy diamond colors--they're both rare and pricey.

Most jewelry showcases display diamonds that range from colorless to those with a faint tint of yellow or brown (and sometimes gray). Most retail jewelers and consumers ...