The value of colored gems is significantly influenced by their size, often measured in carats.克拉标准区分大宝石,如2克拉钻石和缅甸的大型红宝石,而蓝宝石、祖母绿等需要达到较大克拉数才被视为大宝石。稀有性直接影响宝石的价格。