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Understanding the 4Cs of Diamonds

The 4Cs of Diamonds

Cut

Cut is essential in a round, determining its brilliance and sparkle. A well-crafted cut enhances light reflection, showcasing the diamond's quality and creating a mesmerizing play of brilliance.

Ideal

Maximum light return and brilliance

Excellent

Near-perfect light performance

Very Good

Superior brilliance and fire

Good

Quality cut with good sparkle

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Color

Diamond color is graded from D (colorless) to Z (light yellow). The less color, the higher the grade. Colorless diamonds are rare and most valuable, allowing maximum light to pass through.

D-F

Colorless - Rare and exceptional quality

G-J

Near Colorless - Excellent value

K-M

Faint Color - Visible tint in larger stones

N-Z

Light Color - Noticeable yellow tint

D (Colorless) → Z (Light Yellow)

Clarity

Clarity measures the presence of internal inclusions and external blemishes. Most inclusions are microscopic and don't affect the diamond's beauty. The clarity scale ranges from Flawless to Included.

FL/IF

Flawless - No inclusions visible

VVS1-VVS2

Very Very Slightly Included

VS1-VS2

Very Slightly Included

SI1-SI2

Slightly Included - Great value

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Carat weight

Carat measures a diamond's weight, with one carat equal to 200 milligrams. While larger diamonds are rarer and more valuable, the carat weight should be balanced with cut, color, and clarity for optimal beauty.

0.25 ct

Delicate and elegant

0.50 ct

Classic choice

1.00 ct

Popular milestone

2.00 ct

Statement piece

0.5 ct 1.0 ct 2.0 ct