A chocolate diamond is a brown diamond, one of many types of colored diamonds. Other colored diamonds, also called fancy diamonds, include pink, yellow, blue, green, purple, black, red and orange. Although colored diamonds were once considered undesirable, chocolate diamonds became popular and are worn by those looking for an alternative to conventional white diamonds.

Most chocolate diamonds come from diamond mines in Australia. The natural occurring brown color is thought to be created by the earth's pressure on the diamonds deep in the earth. The shades of a chocolate diamond vary, but the color is fairly dark. The Gemology Institute of America (GIA) rates the color intensity of colored diamonds based on a scale from one to nine. Colored diamonds have the same hardness and other properties of white diamonds; only the color is different.

Other shades of brown diamonds include cognac, cinnamon, honey, clove and champagne. Champagne colored diamonds are light in color with a slightly reddish cast. Cinnamon diamonds are a reddish-brown, while the cognac variety of brown diamond is a warm reddish golden-brown. Clove colored diamonds are a dark olive. Honey diamonds are yellow-orange.

Chocolate diamond jewelry is made in a wide range of styles and types. It is available in yellow gold or white gold settings. Many pieces of chocolate diamond jewelry feature white diamonds as well. The contrast between light and dark sparkling gems can look very attractive. Turquoise or chocolate pearls are other striking additions to jewelery made with chocolate diamonds.

Since chocolate diamonds are less expensive than white diamonds, they make a good choice for those on a budget. Some people just prefer the unique look and deep color of a chocolate diamond. There are many different styles of chocolate diamond rings, bracelets, earrings and pendants available to suit every taste. Chocolate diamonds are even available in wedding bands. Chocolate diamond eternity rings are a popular