Diamonds 101

DIAMOND BUYING GUIDE

The 4c's

CUT

The cut of a diamond refers to its proportions. It is one of the most important factors to be considered while choosing your diamond and third most important in colored stones. It is an aspect, which is directly influenced by man. The other three are influenced totally by nature.

The cut of a stone can dramatically alter its value and the display of its natural characteristics. In some extreme cases it can make as much as a 60% difference in the price.

The cut of a diamond should not be confused with its shape. Shapes are cut from original rough diamonds, and whatever the shape, a well cut diamond is always better able to reflect light.

Diamonds are usually cut with 58 facets, or separate flat surfaces.

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