All You Need To Know About Diamonds What are the 4 Cs of a diamond? Cut: The cut of a diamond is an indication of how well the diamond disperses light. Clarity: Clarity refers to the amount of blemishes and chemical inclusions within the stone. The grades of clarity are given below:
Colour: Diamonds are prized for their light dispersion and they have the greatest refractive index of any gem. This quality is enhanced if the stone itself is colourless. The degree of colour in a diamond is indicated by a letter, with D being completely colourless and Z being heavily coloured. D-F colours are the most valued stones and command higher prices whereas diamonds of rating N or greater are significantly less expensive.Colourless diamonds are the most precious because they allow for maximum reflection. Carat weight: A carat is the unit of weight by which a diamond is measured. Because large diamonds are less common than small diamonds, the price of a diamond rises exponentially to its size. |  |
| How are diamonds measured? Experts use a diamond weight scale to measure diamonds. 200 milligrams equal one carat. When two diamonds are of the same size, it¿s a reference to their weight, not their dimensions. Are diamonds really rare? In terms of processing, yes. Only about one in a million one-carat diamonds are fit to be sold. Economically, however, the supply of diamonds exceeds the demand. So it¿s not rare in that sense. What are bonded diamonds? Bonded diamonds are high quality, expensive stones that come with guarantees like 100% lifetime liquidity, buy back/exchange policies and protection from crashes in the diamond market. | Why are diamond certifications so important and what are diamonds grading reports? Certifications indicate quality. Before you buy a diamond, check whether it¿s certified by gemological labs like the International Gemological Institute (IGI) or the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). They issue detailed diamond grading reports for loose gems belonging to the D-Z colour spectrum weighing at least 0.15 carats, with all the information you¿ll need to assess a diamond. What common diamond scams should I look out for? Diamond scams are aimed at getting you to believe that you're getting a great deal when in reality, you're being taken for a ride. Steer clear of ¿50% off¿ sales, purchase diamonds from reputed jewellers/stores, ask to see the diamond loose (not in a setting) away from the store¿s bright lights, insist on certificates, and ask for the exact weight of a diamond and not the rounded off weight. |
Diamonds are fondly known as the king of all stones by people worldwide. While there may be other precious stones that are rarer, diamonds are one of the most sought after gemstones and a must have for every woman. Although allot of people wear diamonds day in and day out, they are often not aware of the powers of these gemstones that are believed to be associated with happiness and prosperity. | |