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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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These diamonds are generally deep

Posted by janice On October - 8 - 2008

What is the difference between Ideal Cut and BlueNile Signature Ideal Cut in round diamonds? Both diamond grades are IdealExcellent cut diamonds, and are of the highest quality. The polish grade describes the smoothness of the diamonds facets, and the symmetry grade refers to alignment of the facets. The preferred culet is not visible with the unaided eye graded none or small.

Our brilliant cut. gemologists consider cut the important diamond characteristic because even if diamond has perfect color and clarity, diamond with poor cut will have dulled brilliance. tips & hints How important is diamond cut? While there are many factors to bear in mind when choosing diamond, diamond cut is probably the important to consider, as it has direct correlation to diamonds appearance. The cut grade of diamond also depends on the skill of the diamond as measured through the girdle. Pavilion The bottom portion of diamond, extending from the girdle to the table.

Crown The top portion of diamond extending from the girdle to the table. Why is there no Ideal cut grade for the diamond shape Ive selected? The GIA and AGS have only extended idealexcellent cut grade parameters to round brilliant stones at this time. BlueNile carries the largest selection of certified idealcut diamonds. If your diamond has an ideal or verygood cut with very good or good polish and symmetry, you want to consider less expensive grades of color and clarity look for diamond with or color and SI1 or SI2 clarity. BlueNile does not carry diamonds with cut grades of poor.

When GIA or AGSL cut grade is not available, BlueNile provides cut grade that allows you to compare diamonds using consistent criteria. Depth The height of gemstone measured from the culet to the table. Reflects nearly as much light as the ideal cut, but for lower price. tips & hints How important is diamond cut?

Cutting diamond with the degree of precision required to produce an ideal Read more… BlueNile does not carry diamonds with cut grades lower than fair, which are generally either too shallow or too deep to present an acceptable amount of brilliance.

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