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Many diamonds at first glance may look alike, when in fact, they may be very different.
Comparatively, two diamonds of equal size can have extremely unequal values. For you to
understand the difference is important in your diamond selection.
Characteristics
These are the characteristics that determine the quality, value and cost of a diamond
One of our fine diamond consultants will provide more details, either by phone, email
or by personal one-on-one consultation.
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The Four C's of Diamond Selection
- C ut - A well faceted diamond
will reflect the diamonds most brilliant sparkle. If the stone is not cut properly, the diamond will
loose its beauty and value.
- C olor - There are many colors
to diamonds, some include red, pink, blue, green and canary yellow which are "fancy" diamonds (very rare.)
To grade the color you want to start with D - continuing through the alphabet, D being the most colorless.
- C larity - The purer a diamond is, the more
brilliant it is and the more valuable it is. To see a diamonds unique characteristics you will need to use a 10x
magnifying loupe. The inclusions can block the path of light which interferes with its clarity.
- C arat-weight - When weighing a diamond
each carat is equal to 100 points, so a .75 carat diamond, a 75 point diamond and a 3/4 carat diamond are the same.
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