Diamonds

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CUT

Each shape you see above is cut differently to maximize the diamond's natural brilliance and sparkle. Before the rough stone is cut, it is studied extensively to find the best location in consideration of it's natural color, inclusions, and shape. An ideal cut is neither too shallow or too deep for optimal light performance.  

SHAPE

​Usually shape and cut are mixed and used interchangeably; however, they are completely different concepts. Shape refers to the actual shape the diamond is cut into.  






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​COLOR

Diamond color is determined by how much color the stone possesses. The color scale runs from "D" (colorless) to "Z" (light yellow). The more colorless the diamond, the more valuable it becomes. 

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​CLARITY

A diamond's clarity is determined by flaws on the surface of the diamond (blemished) and within the diamond itself (inclusions). The clarity is judged by how many blemishes and inclusions the diamond has. The scale runs from FI (flawless) to I3 (inclusions visible to the naked eye). 

​CARAT

A carat is the unit of measure for the weight of the diamond. Carats can be determined by using a point system. One carat is equal to 100 points, so a 1/4 carat stone is 25 points or .25 carats.