Diamond Buying Guide
Buying a Diamond is an intimate and a personal decision. A lot of thought process goes in making the appropriate choice and since a diamond is an expensive investment, it goes without saying that an informed approach goes a long way in making the right choice. It might seem like a difficult task but it […]
Diamond Pricing
Diamond pricing depends upon various factors like demand and supply, its many attributes, certification and grading and finally the premium or discount set by individual jewellers and suppliers. Pricing starts from the mine. After being harvested, the rough diamond stones are auctioned to the manufacturers. This is the first time a price is set. The […]
Diamond Certification
What is Diamond Certification and why is it advisable to have a certified diamond? Every diamond is different and unique because of this characteristics, the 4C’s – cut, clarity, carat and colour. All the four C’s vary from diamond to diamond. These differences in the attributes can vary minutely for example a slight inclusion or […]
Diamond Fluorescence
Diamond fluorescence is often misconceived as one of the characteristics of a diamond. Fluorescence is diamond’s tendency to emit a soft coloured glow (mostly blue) when exposed to ultraviolet UV light. Diamonds with fluorescence mostly radiate a bluish but on rare occurrences this glow tends to reflect white, yellow, green or at times red. 30% […]
Diamond Polish
Diamond finishing consists of two factors: Diamond Symmetry and Polish. A diamond’s polish is the result of the final process in manufacture. Polish give the diamond its shine and smooth ness which allows the light to reflect and refract. Polish can affect the diamond’s sparkle if not done well. Following are the grades of Polish: […]
Diamond Symmetry
While cutting and finishing a diamond two factors play a major part of the finish: Polish and symmetry. Symmetry is the arrangement, size, and shaping of diamond’s facets. Diamonds are cut in various flat planes along the surface. These are called facets. It is because of the placement of the facets that a diamond sparkled […]
Loose Diamond Shapes
Diamonds are cut and fashioned in many different shapes that not only enhance the brilliance but also possess its own unique qualities. Choosing a shape of the diamond is a matter of personal taste that reflect the personality of the buyer or to whom they are being presented, it is important to know the attributes […]
Cut of Diamond: The Finesse
One of the most important C that gives a diamond its fiery blaze, brilliance and sparkle is a diamond’s cut. It is the proportion, evenness and polish that maximises a diamond’s fire. The cut of the diamond that brings symmetry to the gemstone’s facets and enhances its capability to reflect light. A rough diamond is […]
Clarity of Diamond: The Translucence
Diamonds are formed when coal undergoes immense pressure for thousands of years. During this formation some infinitesimal impurities or imperfections like minerals granules, un-crystallized carbon, and tiny cracks that are formed deep within the diamondstill remain, even after going through the cutting and polishing process. These imperfections are known as diamond inclusions or exclusions. These […]
Colour of Diamond – The Tint
Diamonds naturally come in every colour of the rainbow and has multiple shades. But the best diamonds are considered to be those that appear to be white or translucent. These are the most commonly preferred diamonds for engagement rings.The best colour for a diamond is no colour at all. Diamonds are valued by their nearness […]