Diamond Types and Grades
Diamond Types and Grades
Cut:
The art of polishing a diamond is to maximize its brilliance and fire (dispersion).
A diamond that is cut too deep or too shallow will be less brilliant and ultimately, less valuable.
The cut is the only factor of a polished diamond’s value that is controlled by human hands.
Color:
The smallest variation in colour makes a difference. Colourless diamonds are the
most admired, but diamonds are found in all colours of the rainbow. The rarer the colour,
the more valuable is the diamond.
Clarity:
Most diamonds contain inclusions, which developed during their formation in
the earth. The number, type, size, position and brightness of these inclusions can affect
the clarity of a diamond.
