While a diamond may seem like a simple gemstone, there are much more to these stones that meet the eye. The price of a diamond is solid proof of the complexity that goes on within the diamond – and the certificate that is provided to the consumer with the diamond provides proof of what’s going on inside the diamond. All…
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Why An Emerald Cut Diamond May Be The Perfect Option
There is a particular diamond shape for every one of us. Some like the round shapes, but others rather enjoy the shapes with sharper corners. The shape of a diamond is often considered to be the most important aspect. It can have quite a significant impact on the diamond’s appearance and, since everyone has their own unique preferences when it…
Continue Reading→How Diamonds Are Graded Based On The Quality Of Their Cut
Diamond stones are graded based on an international “standard” system that involves inspecting the color of the diamond, the clarity of the diamond, the cut quality of the diamond and, of course, the carat weight of the diamond – known as the 4 C’s of Diamonds. While the carat weight, color and clarity rating of a diamond can play quite a…
Continue Reading→Introducing The Cushion Cut Diamond
It can be rather difficult to shop for a cushion cut diamond engagement rings, especially if the diamond will be used for an important event – such as in an engagement ring for a proposal. The diamond has to be perfect, but how do you really know when a diamond is “perfect”. Surely there is a universal system that tells…
Continue Reading→A Guide To Choosing The Best Diamond Shape
Buying a diamond is no simple task. In fact, it can be a very complicated task that takes weeks to complete. While the process may seem somewhat straightforward, once you set out to buy a diamond, you’ll quickly discover that you need some initial education if you want to prevent being ripped off and if you want to buy a…
Continue Reading→What You Should Know About The Marquise Cut
Finding the perfect cut diamond is never an easy task. There is a lot of questions that need to be asked when a person wants to buy a diamond. Before you can set out to look for a diamond though, certain features need to be decided first. These features will help make the task of finding that one perfect diamond…
Continue Reading→What Is Diamond Symmetry And How Does It Affect Your Purchase?
There are numerous terms and phrases that a person needs to know about when it comes to buying a diamond. Not knowing what the different terms mean about diamonds can lead to a person being ripped off when they buy a diamond – and diamonds are expensive, so there is a chance that you could lose a lot of money…
Continue Reading→The Ultimate Guide To Buying A Radiant Cut Diamond
While diamonds are graded based on various aspects related to its quality, such as its cut and color, a lot of consideration should always be put into the particular cut, also called the shape, of the diamond. The clarity of a diamond has an effect on its appearance, just as the color and cut quality has, but the particular shape…
Continue Reading→Pear Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring Buying Guide
Looking for an engagement ring, but not sure where to start, what to look for or what options to choose? You’re definitely not alone. Millions of people are getting engaged every year and each person that are planning to propose needs to go through a process of finding the perfect engagement ring for their partner. This process can be quite…
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