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Remember the 4C’s – Cut, Color, Clarity & Carat

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Posted by janice On February - 19 - 2009

diamonds-clarity-colorThe SI category is divided into two grades VS1 denotes higher clarity grade than VS2. An example would be on large emerald cut diamond which has small inclusion under the table and positioned close to pavilion facet, will reflect multiple times around the stone, giving this type of inclusion the name reflector. Reputable vendors must disclose this filling and reputable filling companies use filling agents which show flash of color, commonly orange or pink, when viewed closely. For this reason reflectors have greater impact on the clarity grade.

Diamond clarity is quality of diamonds relating to the existence and visual appearance of internal characteristics of diamond called inclusions, and surface defects called blemishes. An inclusion under the corner of the table. Slightly Included category SI diamonds have noticeable inclusions that are difficult to somewhat easy for trained grader to see when viewed under 10x magnification.

Diamond Grading ABC The Manual Rubin & Son Antwerp, 9th edition, ISBN 3980043460.^ Diamond Grading Lab Manual Gemological Institute of America, Carlsbad, 2004^ The AGS Way Diamond Grading Standards American Gem Society, 1999^ EGL USA clarity scale.

There is significant price discount for fracturefilled diamonds. Only about 20 of all diamonds mined have clarity rating high enough for the diamond to be considered appropriate for use as gemstone the other 80 are relegated to industrial use. The GIA will not grade fracturefilled diamonds, in part because the treatment is not as permanent as the diamond itself. The VS category is divided into two grades SI1 denotes higher clarity grade than SI2. In they released their new system which assessed three aspects of diamonds make, color and clarity.

There is significant price discount for fracturefilled diamonds. The of the and grades stood for imperfect.

An inclusion under the corner of the table. Slightly Included category SI diamonds have noticeable inclusions that are difficult to somewhat easy for trained grader to see when viewed under 10x magnification.

These inclusions often be more easily seen from the pavilion side, and the crown side, examining the diamond through each facet for inclusions. The number, size, color, relative location, orientation, and visibility of inclusions can all affect the relative clarity of diamond. They took terminology used in the industry at the time and refined the definitions to produce clarity scale by which diamonds could consistently be graded. The grader views the diamond for the first time through the table, studying the culet area of the stone for inclusions.

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Jewelry & Gemstone Auctions

Posted by janice On February - 18 - 2009

Winter LuxuryThis is pair of beautiful, pearfacet, light aquablue, natural Tanzanian Aquamarine gemstones. They weigh 0. 20cts 0. 40cts totaland measure 5×3mm each. Topaz Add to Favourite Shops Item Specifics Loose GemstonesGemstone Aquamarine Cut Pear Shape Colour Blue, Light Condition New Carat 0. 160. 5 Carat NaturalSynthetic Natural This translation is provided as service.

Item Specifics Loose GemstonesGemstone Aquamarine Cut Pear Shape Colour Blue, Light Condition New Carat 0. 160. 5 Carat NaturalSynthetic Natural This translation is provided as service. Below are the technical details SizeA Pair of 5×3 SwimmingPool BlueClarity Hardness7. 5 8Specific Gravity2. 67 2. 84Refractive Index1. 57 1. 60Chemical CompositionBe3Al2SiO36, Beryllium Aluminum Silicate Crystal Structure Hexagonal

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The majority of diamonds used in jewelry sold

Posted by janice On February - 5 - 2009

While subtle graduations do exist, and are measurable by gemologist, to all but the trained eye, why pay for something you cant possibly detect? You might even save weeks salary or two! Diamonds graded from on down through show visibly more brownish or yellowish color until it gets concentrated enough to be considered fancy color. Imagine that!. The majority of diamonds used in jewelry sold commercially are in this color range because they appear colorless to suggest that good value on the sliding scale of color is at theGH range for the best look in white diamond, at the best price….

This chart would indicate the GIA, AGS, and other European grading systems, along with older terminology sometimes still mentioned, but not used by todays labs…

Using GIAGemological Institute of America terminology as the standard, D to F are considered colorless, or the finest white.

Diamond Shape Diamond Carat Diamond Color Diamond Clarity Lab Cert Certified Search AnyEmerald Princess Heart Pear Oval Radiant Round Other Marquise Trillions Star J J FL IF VVS1 VVS2 VS1 VS2 SI1 SI2 SI3 CE Any GIA AGS EGL EGLLA IGI HRT OnlyClarityCut CaratColor Common Sense Grading Diamonds Color Generally, the less color diamond shows, the more valuable it is, given its clarity.

While subtle graduations do exist, and are measurable by gemologist, to all but the trained eye, why pay for something you cant possibly detect? You might even save weeks salary or two! Diamonds graded from on down through show visibly more brownish or yellowish color until it gets concentrated enough to be considered fancy color. The next level down, G to J are considered near colorless. This chart would indicate the GIA, AGS, and other European grading systems, along with older terminology sometimes still mentioned, but not used by todays labs…

While subtle graduations do exist, and are measurable by gemologist, to all but the trained eye, why pay for something you cant possibly detect? You might even save weeks salary or two! Diamonds graded from on down through show visibly more brownish or yellowish color until it gets concentrated enough to be considered fancy color.

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Carat is the size

Posted by janice On February - 3 - 2009

This stone is basically crystallized form of carbon found in the earths crust. Diamonds are beautiful, magical, mysterious and powerful. The more the diamond is formed. Related Links Watch the latest videos on YouTube. com Belly Button PiercingThe Egyptians, the Indians and many other cultures pierced this humble button to show the significance of the person sporting pierced navel Royalty, Warriors, exceptional Beauty. Many times some diamonds also have cluster of needles together. A knot is another inclusion type which is basically cluster of pinpoint inclusions together giving look of cloud.

There are very few diamonds which are flawless and because of this uniqueness they are graded high. Many times almost of the diamonds have inclusions and blemishes. The light source used to evaluate the inclusions determines the visibility of the inclusions. A needle is long thin needle shaped inclusion inside diamond. smaller cloud which is not noticeable and is priced lesser then the diamond which is flawless, he could go for the first one with small flaw as he gets bargain. To determine diamonds clarity professional with trained eye uses 10xpower binocular microscope.

These types of inclusions that are named so as to ensure that the customer gets value for his money and he has an authority to verify the quality of diamond he buys. The four cs are cut, clarity, color and carat. For example if the customer is given two choices to go for your dream purchase hence you can not compromise on the quality. To determine diamonds clarity professional with trained eye uses 10xpower binocular microscope. Clarity is an indication of diamonds purity. The light source used to evaluate the inclusions determines the visibility of the inclusions.

The bigger the carat weight the higher the price. Only when the retailer and the customer are aware of these inclusions will the customer have choice. Types of inclusionsThere are certain common types of inclusions that are named so as to later grade diamond by the type of inclusion. The grading system checks on the position and type of the flaw and puts it in the value report of the diamond. Many customers find it interesting to find small baby diamond inside bigger one. Pinpoint inclusions are tiny dotted inclusions or crystals inside the diamond.

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When think back to that era

Posted by janice On January - 18 - 2009

Next Section GIAs history is rich with research and discovery. All rights reserved. Our research has shown that many different proportions can produce attractive diamonds. lot has changed since then. Moses Senior Vice President, GIA Laboratory and Research GIA This page was last updated AM Use of this site signifies your agreement to its terms of use.2002 Gemological Institute of America Inc. Moses Senior Vice President, GIA Laboratory and Research GIA This page was last updated AM Use of this site signifies your agreement to its terms of use.2002 Gemological Institute of America Inc.

But GIAs passion, integrity, and commitment to research remain the same.

But GIAs passion, integrity, and commitment to research remain the same. GIA has also developed software that provides method of estimating cut grade and database that is embedded into number of leading diamond measuring devices so that this estimation can be automated. In the 1950s, GIA created the International Diamond Grading System, and established the standards that revolutionized the diamond industry. Our research has shown that many different proportions can produce attractive diamonds.

GIAs mission of ensuring the public trust in gems and jewelry is reflected in this international research undertaking. As result, manufacturers can plan and, in effect, predict cut grades, buyers can compare cut qualities, and retailers can communicate the effects of cut on round brilliant diamonds. After more than years of research and discovery, GIA has developed scientific way to assess and predict the cut quality in round brilliant cut diamonds. Sincerely, Thomas When think back to that era of innovation, it is truly aweinspiring.

All rights reserved. And reminiscent of GIAs early innovations, believe we will set the standards for cut quality the way we have set them for color and clarity for more than years of research and discovery, GIA has developed scientific way to assess and predict the cut quality in round brilliant cut diamonds. Sincerely, Thomas Next Section GIAs history is rich with research and discovery. With advances in computer modeling, we have been able to unlock the mystery of diamond cut arguably the complex and contested of the 4Cs. All rights reserved.

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Accepted Carat Weight Groups 14ct 13ct 38ct

Posted by janice On December - 3 - 2008

You can take the selling price of diamond and divide it by the exact carat weight to the exact selling price. The term carat is unit of measurement indicating the weight or mass for diamond, the name was derived from the use of carob seeds. Take your monthly salary and double it and this is usually an acceptable amount to invest on your diamond engagement ring or diamond jewelry purchase. This is good tool to use when comparing diamonds for value.

Many people assume that diamond is sold or categorized by measurements of length or width, this of course is not true. This is good tool to use when comparing diamonds for value. You can take the selling price of diamond and divide it by the exact carat weight to the exact selling price.

You can take the selling price of diamond and divide it by the exact carat weight to the exact selling price. Next you can decide what is more important cut, clarity, & color, or carat weight. Many people assume that diamond is for example carat in size and although this is partially true there is more to understand. Half dollar is cents and half carat is carat points or .50ct for short.

For example, 1carat diamond be valued at 4000 per carat and if the diamond weighs exactly 1. 05ct you would take 4000 and multiply it by 1. 05ct to the final selling price. This decision cant be made in vacuum, consider the type of person shes. Carob seeds were used as weights on precision scales because of their reputation for having uniform weight. Remember our GIA Trained Rokstok Consultants are ready and waiting to give you any advice that you need.

Using the term size when relative to diamonds implies that diamond is for example carat in size and although this is partially true there is more to understand. wider diamond engagement setting with many diamond side stones require larger looking diamond because the width of the ring is wider. If her personality is more daring or outgoing then larger diamond be more appropriate to her style. the carat is universally accepted metric measurement. Remember our GIA Trained Rokstok Consultants are ready and waiting to give you any advice that you need.

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