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A Well-Proportioned Cut is Preferred to One That is Too Shallow or Too Deep
When choosing the diamond (or diamonds) you want for your engagement or wedding rings, there are a few factors you should keep in mind.These are what jewelers call the 4 C’s of diamonds: Color, Cut, Clarity and Carat Weight.
The cut of the diamond refers not only to the shape of the diamond in your wedding ring, such as round, square or oval cut shapes, but to the depth of the diamond’s cut as well.
Diamonds of the same shape and carat weight can appear larger or smaller depending on the depth of the diamond’s cut.
Your diamond should reflect just the right amount of light to enhance its brilliance. Clarity refers to the number and placement of small natural defects within your wedding ring diamond. These natural defects are called inclusions. Inclusions keep the light from reflecting against the facets and can diminish the diamond’s brilliance. Where inclusions are located within your wedding ring diamond will determine to what degree the brilliance is affected.
Diamonds of the same shape and carat weight can appear larger or smaller depending on the depth of the diamond’s cut.
Your diamond should reflect just the right amount of light to enhance its brilliance. Clarity refers to the number and placement of small natural defects within your wedding ring diamond. These natural defects are called inclusions. Inclusions keep the light from reflecting against the facets and can diminish the diamond’s brilliance. Where inclusions are located within your wedding ring diamond will determine to what degree the brilliance is affected.
Carat weight is the actual weight of the diamond, not its measured size.
D is Colorless - The Most Expensive Grade
Diamonds come in many different color hues and are graded from D to Z. The color differences are subtle and are graded in labs under specific conditions. When you choose a diamond, you may also want to consider getting a diamond certification, which is often required if you plan to insure your diamond.
A certified gemologist at an independent lab prepares a diamond certification, also called a diamond grading report. The report describes all of the physical characteristics of your diamond as well as the size and placement of any flaws. It is not an appraisal.
Diamonds come in many different color hues and are graded from D to Z. The color differences are subtle and are graded in labs under specific conditions. When you choose a diamond, you may also want to consider getting a diamond certification, which is often required if you plan to insure your diamond.
A certified gemologist at an independent lab prepares a diamond certification, also called a diamond grading report. The report describes all of the physical characteristics of your diamond as well as the size and placement of any flaws. It is not an appraisal.
Why You Should Not Buy a Diamond Without Certification:
1. A diamond certificate gives you the exact details of the stone you are considering. Knowing the exact features of the diamond will allow you to do comparison-shopping before making the purchase.
2. With a diamond certificate, there are no worries about overpayment. A diamond’s certificate allows you to make an informed choice on the stone based on its true qualities. In case you sell your diamond at some time, you will have the necessary documents to authenticate its value. Selling diamond jewelry, for a fair price without a certificate, is nearly impossible.
3. You can insure your diamonds. To insure your diamond jewelry, the certificate will be required. Replica diamonds are abundant and appear to be authentic so proof is necessary in order to purchase insurance.
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