Are diamonds a good investment?

[smartneil]

Even though the diamond industry looks very complicated on the surface, it actually is very simple. Diamonds are often associated with being precious, mysterious, magical and romantic token of love.

Purchased at the right price, diamonds most certainly retain their value; in fact they actually increase in value over time. Over the last 20 years Diamond prices have been steadily increasing. Though there is no absolute certainty it is unlikely that diamonds will ever loose their value.

Thinking of these stones as the main part of financial or retirement investment is not advisable but when considered as a timeless and beautiful gift that symbolizes love and commitment, diamonds are an excellent investment.

Of all the tangible assets of investment diamonds are most advantageous:

•protection from inflation, bank bankruptcy, market collapse, currency reforms
•anonymity (no registration required)
•world-wide convertibility - diamonds are the only international accepted alternative currency which has the same value all over the world
•tax free betterment
•no maintenance costs
•very prestigious

You can also enjoy wearing diamonds in the form of jewelry. Lasting for a lifetime, diamonds are the only assets that serve as secure investment and also bring to you the wonderful feeling of beauty, luxury and passion.

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[jewelelegance]

well said neil you gave a nice post here I too think diamonds are always a good option for investments your money will never go waste..You have explained the facts so nicely that anyone can get it why its good to invest in diamonds.

[robynahawk]

Excellent info Neil - but - don't you think that one of the main reasons for the stability of the Diamond Industry is the dominance of DeBeers and their ability to control the flow of diamonds, thus controlling the prices?

Do you think that the new presences of Rio Tinto and the Australian and Canadian diamonds will affect the DeBeers conglomerates ability to hold rein over the value of their diamonds?

Personally - I think the better investment might be metals!

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[jewelelegance]

I think to some extent you are right but does that first point you mention affects the stability that much?And if yes can you explain it to me?

[robynahawk]

Oh Yeah - it definately affects the stability of the prices for diamonds in the market.  Because DeBeers has such a large share of the market they pretty much set the prices...

When the site holders (only authorized siteholders are able to buy directly from the source and this is a very small number around ten people worldwide) meet and buy rough they are offered rough at a set price they buy it or they don't - there isn't much negotiation.

Also - the harder it is to get a stone - the higher the price - DeBeers assures that the flow of diamonds in the market stays at a rate that merits the pricepoints they set!

If the diamond market is something you are interested in you should read Diamond: A Journey to the Heart of an Obsession  by Matthew Hart!

Robyn Hawk

[markostalin]

Yes I think that diamonds are good investment it is a good buy

[KatrinSmith]

Since a Diamond is most hardest and a on reactive element So we can preserve our diamond jewelries forever in our life.Diamond is an option in jewelries that can give a different look to your personality.






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[marcomelandri]

Yes Diamonds are good investment for future as the prices of diamonds will increase further in coming years

[mahinda]

With the increasing price of diamond and its value, diamonds make a great investment. And because it is always in vogue, diamonds don't get outdated as well.