Diamond prices can vary hugely depending on a diamond’s shape, cut quality, clarity and color. Για παράδειγμα, the cost of a one carat diamond can range from just $1,500 to more than $16,000 for an extremely well cut, high quality diamond, while a two carat diamond could cost as little as $6,000 or as […]
Αρχείων κατηγορίας: Νέα
When discussing pricing and what is a fair deal, you have to know what you want and how to be sure you are getting what you are paying for. You need to make sure you are following the process to ensure you aren’t getting scammed. It’s hard figuring out how much you should spend […]
Often when people hear the term “Carat Weight,” they think it refers to the size of the diamond. In actuality, Carat refers to the weight of the diamond, not how large the stone is. ΕΝΑ 1 Carat Diamond equals 200 milligrams, ή 0.2 grams—and weighs about the same as a quarter of a raisin. […]
A Diamond’s Clarity grade evaluates how clean a diamond is from both inclusions and blemishes. Clarity is graded by the GIA on the following scale: FL (Αψογος) ΑΝ (Internally Flawless) VVS1 (Πολύ, Περιλαμβάνεται πολύ ελαφρώς 1) VVS2 (Πολύ, Περιλαμβάνεται πολύ ελαφρώς 2) VS1 (Περιλαμβάνεται πολύ ελαφρώς 1) VS2 (Περιλαμβάνεται πολύ ελαφρώς 2) SI1 (Slightly […]
Diamond Color is graded in terms of how white or colorless a diamond is. The GIA grades diamonds from D to Z, with D being the most colorless, and Z containing noticeable brown or yellow tint. The pricing of diamonds usually reflects these grades—sometimes significantly. In most cases, the naked eye cannot tell the […]
Diamond Cut specifically refers to the quality of a diamond’s angles, proportions, symmetrical facets, λαμπρότητα, φωτιά, scintillation and finishing details. These factors directly impact a diamond’s ability to sparkle, along with its overall aesthetic appeal. For example take a look at this beautiful diamond and this horrific choice. The only issue differentiating the two […]
A diamond’s 4 C’s represent the four main components of its beauty and structure: Τομή, Χρώμα, Clarity and Carat. When looking at a diamond, the eye perceives a balance of its characteristics and components, συμπεριλαμβανομένου, but not limited to, ο 4 C’s. Each of the C’s are graded on a scale, and can be […]
Δυστυχώς, 18K gold’s biggest advantage — its purity — is also its biggest disadvantage. Due to its higher percentage of pure gold, 18K gold is quite noticeably softer and easier to scratch or dent than 14K gold. This means that if your fiancé-to-be works with her hands or has an active lifestyle, an 18K […]
18K gold’s biggest advantage is its purity. As the purest form of gold that’s practical to use in an engagement ring, an 18K gold ring offers the gorgeous appearance of near-pure gold with most of the practical benefits of an alloy. This extra purity can be especially obvious with 18K yellow or rose gold, […]
14K gold is popular for a reason: for most people, it’s the best choice. Ωστόσο, it does have a few small disadvantages. Πρώτα, to some people, 14K gold isn’t quite as aesthetically pleasing as 18K gold. Although it has a rich and impressive color, the appearance of 14K gold isn’t quite as strong as […]