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A diamond is graded based on the four “C”s which are separate categories of consideration in evaluating a diamond. Two individual diamonds of equal size can have very different values. In order to understand the differences in a diamond it is essential to understand the 4 C's: Color, Cut, Clarity, Carat Weight
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COLOR A diamond’s general color range is from colorless to yellow. Even though most diamonds appear colorless to the untrained eye, the majority of diamonds contain traces of yellow or brown. The closer the stone is to colorless, the more valuable the diamond. |
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CUT When a diamond is cut to Ideal proportions, light will bounce freely within the stone and reflect back out of the crown without escaping through the opposite side or bottom of the stone. The skill and experience of the diamond cutter will determine the stone’s brilliance. |
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CARAT WEIGHT Carat weight is the size of the diamond measured. One carat is broken down into 100 points so that a diamond of 75 points weighs 0.75 carats. Carat weight is the easiest of the 4C’s to determine. But two diamonds of equal weight can have very unequal values. Those who are flexible in terms of size can get a more pleasing diamond. |
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CLARITY
Most diamonds contain very tiny natural “birthmarks” known as inclusions. The fewer and smaller these interior and surface blemishes, the greater the amount of light that passes through the diamond. This adds to its uniqeness and value. |
