No, diamonds are a poor investment.

Miami Herald (newspaper)

5 myths about diamonds - From Our Inbox - MiamiHerald.com

The resale value of a diamond drops between 30 and 50 percent the moment you walk out of the store with it (a sixth myth is that they are good investments; they aren't) so you might as well enjoy its illusory light while you can.

Washington Post

Five myths about diamonds

The resale value of a diamond drops between 30 and 50 percent the moment you walk out of the store with it (a sixth myth is that they are good investments; they aren't) so you might as well enjoy its illusory light while you can.

Wall Street Journal

Diamonds Hold Allure as Gem of an Investment - WSJ.com

Others also caution buyers against acquiring diamonds solely for investment purposes.

Diamonds Hold Allure as Gem of an Investment - WSJ.com

But investors should be cautious if they think diamonds will necessarily hold their value or appreciate.

Guardian (UK newspaper)

How to buy an engagement ring | Life and style | The Guardian

And scotch any thoughts that a diamond ring is a sound investment.

Wikipedia

Diamonds as an investment - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Polished and rough diamonds lack some of the desirable attributes of investment vehicles, including liquidity, homogeneity and fungibility.

Diamonds as an investment - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

The possibility of low-cost ultra–high-quality diamonds becoming available in industrial quantities at some time in the future is not an encouraging prospect for long-term investors in diamonds; however, synthetic diamonds have been manufactured since the 1950s[8] and have yet to make a major impact on the market.

Herald-Sun (Durham North Carolina newspaper)

The Herald-Sun - Five myths Are diamonds worth the bloodshed

The resale value of a diamond drops between 30 and 50 percent the moment you walk out of the store with it (a sixth myth is that they are good investments; they aren't) so you might as well enjoy its illusory light while you can.

About.com

Buying a Diamond Engagement Ring: What You Need to Know

It’s true that diamonds are a precious commodity and that they may increase in value over time, but seriously, no one should be buying an engagement ring as a way to diversify their portfolio.

neatorama.com

10 Facts About Diamond You Should Know

9. Diamonds are Actually Lousy Investments

10 Facts About Diamond You Should Know

Unless you're a certified diamond seller, the answer is no: you won't be able to sell a diamond ring for more than what you pay for it.

diamond - Neatorama

9. Diamonds are Actually Lousy Investments

suite101.com

Diamond Rarity Hoax or Fact

There are two reasons for this: De Beers has always discouraged jewelers from buying from the general public, and consumers buy at retail, but must sell at wholesale, explaining why diamonds make a poor investment for the average consumer.

patmcnees.com

Selling your diamonds - Pat McNees, writer, editor, personal historian

As for buying diamonds as an investment, I see diamonds as toys for adults, like clothes or an Atari.

Selling your diamonds - Pat McNees, writer, editor, personal historian

* Unless you are in the diamond business, diamonds are not an investment, particularly at the engagement-ring level.

taxfreegold.co.uk

Diamonds as an Investment

Because they are not homogeneous, diamonds are unlikely to ever become an effective investment commodity.

Diamonds as an Investment

There will always be some investment potential for diamonds, but any diamond investor would need to bear the low liquidity of diamonds in mind.

archive.thepeninsulaqatar.com

Five myths about diamonds

The resale value of a diamond drops between 30 and 50 percent the moment you walk out of the store with it (a sixth myth is that they are good investments; they aren’t) so you might as well enjoy its illusory light while you can.

dailycognition.com

10 Facts About Diamond You Should Know | DailyCognition

  9. Diamonds are Actually Lousy Investments

ibtimes.com

Diamond secrets unveiled! - International Business Times -

The resale value of a diamond drops between 30 and 50 percent the moment you walk out of the store with it (a sixth myth is that they are good investments; they aren't) so you might as well enjoy its illusory light while you can.

preciousgemstones.com

Gemstone Forecaster Vol. 27, No.4

But investors should be cautious if they think diamonds will necessarily hold their value or appreciate.

Gemstone Forecaster Vol. 27, No.4

Others also caution buyers against acquiring diamonds solely for investment purposes.

spotgunluk.blogspot.com

Spot Günlük - Keçinin Günlüğü: Şubat 2009

9. Diamonds are Actually Lousy Investments

bijouterie-jewellery-gold.info

www.bijouterie-jewellery-gold.info

And scotch any thoughts that a diamond ring is a sound investment.

Yes, diamonds are a good investment.

mint.com

Investing in Diamonds - Diamond Clarity, Diamond Weight and Diamond Buying Tips | MintLife Blog | Personal Finance News & Advice

But diamonds can also be a practical investment.

hubpages.com

Investing in Diamonds is Historically Profitable

The truth is, if you’re careful about what and when you buy, diamonds can be an excellent investment.

diamondsinvestor.com

Diamond Investment Center

Diversify and hedge your investment portfolio with a solid commodity that has been in stable demand throughout the years – diamond investments.

Diamond Investment Center

The outcome is a successful and reliable investment in diamonds.

abazias.com

Diamonds Still Good Investment

In fact, diamonds are actually a perfect recession-proof investment.

Diamonds Still Good Investment

Diamonds are still proving to be a good investment.

Diamonds Still Good Investment

Diamonds Still Good Investment

Diamonds Still Good Investment

A good diamond will always only increase in value.

Diamonds Still Good Investment

Diamonds are a good investment.

Diamonds Still Good Investment

Not only are diamonds likely to increase in value but they can also be worn as a fashion item.

Diamonds Still Good Investment

Diamonds of all sizes are a good investment.

Diamonds Still Good Investment

There are several reasons why diamonds make a good investment.

Diamonds Still Good Investment

They do not decrease in value and are easily cleaned.

The Truth About Women and Diamonds

Diamonds can be good investments.

taxfreegold.co.uk

Diamonds as an Investment

In fact, low liquidity could provide patient investors with opportunities.

Facebook

Diamond Gallery | Facebook

In fact, diamonds are actually a perfect recession-proof investment.

Diamond Gallery | Facebook

Not only are diamonds likely to increase in value but they can also be worn as a fashion item.

Diamond Gallery | Facebook

Diamonds are still proving to be a good investment.

itulip.com

Diamonds Aren't Forever [Archive] - iTulip.com

Diamonds are still proving to be a good investment.

Diamonds Aren't Forever [Archive] - iTulip.com

In fact, diamonds are actually a perfect recession-proof investment.

Diamonds Aren't Forever [Archive] - iTulip.com

A good diamond will always only increase in value.

24carat.co.uk

Diamonds & Investment - 24Carat Diamond Ring Design Quality Gold ...

In fact, low liquidity could provide patient investors with opportunities.