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Diamonds
The 4 C's of Diamonds is a universal grading system used to determine and reference a diamond's cut,
carat weight, clarity, and color. All diamonds on the market are graded, identifying the stone's unique
character which ultimately aid in determining its value.
Diamonds
The 4 C's of Diamonds is a universal
grading system used to determine and
reference a diamond's cut, carat
weight, clarity, and color. All diamonds
on the market are graded, identifying
the stone's unique character which
ultimately aid in determining its value.
1
Cut
1. Cut
2
Carat
2. Carat
3
Clarity
3. Clarity
4
Color
4. Color
1
Cut
1. Cut
1
Cut
1. Cut
2
Carat
2. Carat
2
Carat
2. Carat
3
Clarity
3. Clarity
3
Clarity
3. Clarity
4
Color
4. Color
4
Color
4. Color
1. Cut
Diamond cut defines how the diamond’s surfaces interacts with light rays.
Light refraction and a diamond’s visible scintilation are transmitted based on a diamond’s shape, symmetry, and ideal proportions.
1. Cut
Diamond cut defines how the diamond
surfaces interacts with light rays.
Light refraction and a diamond’s visible
scintilation are transmitted based on a diamond’s
shape, symmetry, and ideal proportions.
2. Carat
The measurement of a diamond’s weight is universally measured in carats.
The term ‘carat’ come from the carob seed. When gem trading began, small and equally weighted carob seeds were used to balance scales. Years later, the universal form of diamond weight - the metric carat was derived and is still commonly used today.
2. Carat
The measurement of a diamond
weight is universally measured in
The term ‘carat’ come from the carob seed. When
gem trading began, small and equally weighted
carob seeds were used to balance scales. Years later,
the universal form of diamond weight - the metric
carat was derived and is still commonly used today.
3. Clarity
Diamond clarity denotes inclusions (internal flaws) or blemishes (external characteristics) in the diamond. Most imperfections can only be seen with
magnification.
The severity, size, and visibility of the inclusions and blemishes and how they impact the diamond's overall visual appearance determine its clarity grade. These are far less common in Laboratory grown diamonds largely free from common earth born diamond blemishes
3. Clarity
Diamond clarity denotes inclusions
(internal flaws) or blemishes (external
characteristics) in the diamond. Most
imperfections can only be seen with
magnification.
The severity, size, and visibility of the inclusions
and blemishes and how they impact the
diamond's overall visual appearance determine
its clarity grade. These are far less common in
Laboratory grown diamonds largely free from
common earth born diamond blemishes
4. Color
A diamond's color grade is based on a diamond's lack of hue. Diamonds are graded on a scale from D (colorless) to Z based on their light yellow or brown tint.
'Colorless' diamonds are extremely rare and considered to hold more value. 'Fancy' diamonds come in natural colors like blue, pink, and red and are graded differently than white or colorless diamonds. Choose from our large selection of colorless laboratory grown diamonds in all shapes and sizes.
4. Color
A diamond's color grade is based on a
diamond's lack of hue. Diamonds are
graded on a scale from D (colorless)
to Z based on their light yellow or
brown tint.
'Colorless' diamonds are extremely rare and
considered to hold more value. 'Fancy'
diamonds come in natural colors like blue,
pink, and red and are graded differently than
white or colorless diamonds. Choose from our
large selection of colorless laboratory grown
diamonds in all shapes and sizes.
Diamond Shapes
The unique qualities exhibited by each shape are fascinating, and learning about
each form will help to guide your diamond purchase. Diamond Club has just what
you want. Find your perfect your perfect shape.
Diamond
Shapes
The unique qualities exhibited by each
shape are fascinating, and learning
about each form will help to guide
your diamond purchase. Diamond Club
has just what you want. Find your
perfect your perfect shape.
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