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Diamond Education - 4Cs |
| Nowadays, an engagement ring with a sparkling diamond is the trend. As not all diamonds are made equal, some are paying more than they should. Those who are looking for the best possible diamond ring within their budget should learn to assess desired pieces using the 4 C’s that determine the value of a diamond. Appraisers determine a diamond’s carat, clarity, color and cut by using standard grading scales to set its monetary value, potential buyers should know if they’re getting what they paid for. |
Diamond Clarity |
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Clarity determines the diamond’s material purity, and it is detected only under a magnification of 10 times. The levels for this criterion range from Flawless (F), to Included or Imperfect (I). The grades in between are Internally Flawless (IF), Very Very Slightly Included (VVS), Very Slightly Included (VS), and Slightly Included (SI). The clearest diamond is graded flawless, devoid of imperfection both on the inside and the surface. However, a diamond of this grade is never used for jewelry lest its quality be marred by even a single bump, which would then make it internally flawless, though still extremely valuable. Those with slight inclusions and very slight imperfections, all detectible only under magnification, are usually offered at limiting to realistic prices, while still quite indistinguishable from the better grade diamonds by bare eyes. Those graded imperfect are the most affordable, as the inclusions and flaws are readily visible. |
Diamond Cut |
| The cut determines the overall sparkle of a diamond. It is not merely the general shape, but the combination of depth, width, roundedness, and the smooth sides or facets that contribute to a diamond’s brilliance. The ideal cut, defined by an excellent balance between depth and width, or the diamond’s symmetry, is one that best reflects light, particularly when matched with very well polished facets. Other cuts are graded from Very Good to Poor, with Very Good being the closest to the Ideal cut, Good being second closest, and so on. This mainly refers to the round brilliant cut, the standard preferred for maximum brilliance. Fancier cuts may also be preferred, such as the marquise or the emerald cut, but diamonds in these cuts are not as brilliant. |
Diamond Carat Weight |
| A diamond’s weight is usually measured in carats; one carat is equivalent to 200 mg. There’s no ideal size for the diamond, and it is left to the buyer’s preference. While a diamond that weighs double will probably cost more than twice, beware that imperfections or inclusions tend to be more visible in larger pieces. |
Diamond Color |
| Though different people might prefer different colors of this precious stone, most diamonds are pure “white” or colorless. However, the untrained eye tends to overlook slight differences in color. Color is graded from D to Z, with D being the whitest, and Z being a noticeable light yellow color. Diamonds graded between D to F are rare and of the best quality, while those graded between G to J are more common and present great value to the buyer. |
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