Selecting the perfect diamond is an exciting journey that goes way beyond just the size or clarity of the gem. The shape, often referred to as the cut, is the part of that journey that significantly sprinkles its magic on the overall aesthetics, sparkle, and persona of the diamond. In this guide, we’ll explore the […]
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Summary in a few lines: Enhanced & treated diamonds are natural diamonds, which got some extra “care” to make them look beautiful. Diamonds with “miserable” clarity grades, or colors that need to be intensified (or even changed), can benefit from diamond treatments. Major online stores like James Allen & Whiteflash confirms that all their inventory
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Summary in a few line: We all want a diamond that doesn’t look yellow, but not all of us know that in order to get a colorless (to our eyes) diamond, we don’t necessarily go to colorless grades (D-F), as the next group (near colorless) can offer a great range of colorless diamonds, at much
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The mystique surrounding diamonds isn’t just about their gleam but their formidable strength too. It’s often said, only a diamond can cut another diamond. Let us discuss the diamond strength. Their unyielding nature is all the more astonishing when you stumble upon an exquisite gem on Blue Nile or come across a captivating sparkle on
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Summary in a few lines: Diamonds clarity characteristic or inclusions are small imperfections in diamonds, happen as a result of extreme heat & pressure the diamond get when formed. Inclusions aren’t necessary bad, most of them are “okay” to be in a diamond depending on size & location, but some are NO-GO and indeed should
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While it might be tempting to aim for the highest clarity grade, the reality is that you don’t necessarily need a Flawless (FL) or Internally Flawless (IF) diamond to have a beautiful, brilliantly shining stone. The ideal clarity grade to aim for will largely depend on your budget, the size of the diamond, and your
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Summary in a few lines: The table and depth percentages of a diamond are crucial metrics that, in tandem, determine a diamond’s proportionality, significantly influencing its cut grade. The diamond table refers to the topmost facet that meets the eye when gazing down upon the gem. Variations in table size—as a percentage of the diamond’s
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Considering investing $2,000 or $5,000 in a diamond? This price difference is the most obvious distinction between a lab-grown and a natural gemstone. But there’s more to it—can you spot the differences? Are you sure about identifying which one is which? Let’s break it down for you. While both types of diamonds showcase the same
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Perhaps you’ve never delved so deeply into the technical details of a purchase before, but buying a diamond is a unique experience that calls for such depth. It’s vital to equip yourself with a wealth of knowledge to make an informed decision. To assist you in this endeavor, we’ve crafted a comprehensive guide that covers
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