The Four C’s of DiamondsThe four C’s of diamonds refer to the four key characteristics that determine a diamond’s value and quality: cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. Cut refers to the angles and proportions of a diamond, which determine its ability to reflect light and sparkle. A well-cut diamond will have more fire and brilliance than a poorly-cut diamond. Color refers to the absence or presence of color in a diamond. The color of a diamond is graded on a scale from D (colorless) to Z (light yellow or brown). A colorless diamond is the most valuable, while a diamond with a strong yellow or brown color is less valuable. Clarity refers to the presence or absence of inclusions and blemishes in a diamond. Inclusions are internal imperfections, while blemishes are external imperfections. The clarity of a diamond is graded on a scale from IF (internally flawless) to I3 (inclusions are visible to the naked eye). A diamond with few or no inclusions and blemishes is more valuable than a diamond with many inclusions and blemishes. Carat weight refers to the weight of a diamond, which is a measure of its size. A diamond’s value increases with its carat weight, but two diamonds of the same carat weight can have different values depending on their cut, color, and clarity.Explore the 4Cs of DiamondsPreview of your selected diamond characteristics will appear here. 💎Take our custom, interactive quiz to find your perfect diamond!💎 |
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