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G is the top of the near-colorless range, appearing white to the naked eye. At 3 carats, the round brilliant's powerful light scattering keeps G looking clean and bright. It's the most popular color grade for engagement diamonds and arguably the best overall value at any carat weight.
Many experts consider G the optimal value grade, especially in a round brilliant. At 3 carats, the savings versus D-F are very substantial. The round cut's 57-facet sparkle makes G look white in all everyday conditions. G is the grade most jewelers recommend for the best balance of beauty and value.
In normal wearing conditions, virtually no one can distinguish G from D in a round brilliant, even at 3 carats. The round cut is the most forgiving shape for color. Only gemological comparison under controlled conditions reveals any difference. In everyday life, they are visually identical.
A 3 carat round the benchmark shape, though some fancy shapes appear larger at equal carat weight. With G color (near-colorless), not distinguishable from F in most real-world conditions. 3 carat natural diamonds are well above the average and an incredible look, without entering the ostentatious territory. When looking for 3 carat natural diamonds, look between 2.9 to 3.3 carats so that you give yourself the best selection which will help find the best value.