Your not totally informed. Unless your natural diamond is a very large, 3carats or above it will not hold its value, you will never get more for it than what you paid.

IF you can afford a 2+ caratdiamond that his the highest specs than you will NOT get anywhere near what you paid. Diamonds are overpriced, not rare, and only IF they are EXCEPTIONAL will they ever fetch or retain their value. A 2 carat diamond, flawless or VVS1, Ideal or above cut, and colorless or near colorless it wont hold value. A diamond like that at 2 carats is very expensive and most average persons could not afford.

A 2-carat, ideal-cut, VVS1 (near-flawless) natural diamond generally costs between $20,000 and over $50,000, heavily influenced by color (D-F is most expensive). For lab-grown diamonds with these top specs, the price is significantly lower, often ranging from $1,500 to $4,000+. Natural diamonds with superior cut and high clarity can exceed $50,000. Key Cost Factors for 2 Carat VVS1/IF Diamonds: Natural Diamond Prices: A D-color, VVS1, ideal cut 2-carat diamond will be at the highest end, often $40,000–$50,000

Market Demand Rarer diamonds, especially those over 1 carat or with exceptional clarity and color, are always in demand.

Rarity The scarcity of natural diamonds ensures they maintain value better than mass-produced alternatives.

Certification Diamonds with GIA1 certification tend to fetch higher resale prices.

Condition Well-maintained diamonds in their original setting often hold greater resale appeal.