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Simple Guide To Buying Diamonds
By Golduwant
Simple guide to buying diamonds
Introduction:
Diamonds may be a girl‘s best friend, but if not understood then your purchase may only be a way to empty your purse or wallet. With care and attention, backed with a little research and knowledge, then your purchase may end up being somewhat more of an enjoyable purchase. Please bare in mind this is a simple guide only and that thorough care should be taken prior to making a purchase.
Diamonds and love:
Diamonds have been sought after, the world over for many years. Whilst associated with romance and legend diamonds gained position as the ultimate gift of love.
Diamond has few weaknesses and many strengths, and it is well known that diamond is the hardest substance found in nature.
But diamond has four directions of cleavage, meaning that if it receives a sharp blow in one of these directions it will cleave, or split so you must look after it and treat it with care.
Grade & Value:
A diamond’s market value is typically calculated or graded using four main criteria, that of cut, carat, colour and clarity. This however is not straightforward as the interactions of the criteria can have a great effect on the prices you could pay.
CUT:
The cut of a diamond can determine it’s brilliance. Types of cut include Round, Princess, Baguette and Emerald to name but a few. The Round cut is by far the most common cut you will see.
Polish and symmetry are two important aspects of the cutting process to bare in mind. With poor polish, the surface of a facet can be dulled, and may create blurred or dulled sparkle. With poor symmetry, light can be misdirected as it enters and exits the diamond.
COLOUR:
Acting as a prism, a diamond can divide light into a spectrum of colours and reflect this light as colourful flashes called fire. The less colour in a diamond, the more colourful the fire, and the better the colour grade. The better the grade the higher the value.
D: Colourless. The highest colour grade, extremely rare.
E: Colourless. Only minute traces of colour can be detected by an expert gemmologist.
F: Colourless. Slight colour detected by an expert gemmologist, but still considered a "colourless" grade. High-quality.
G-H: Near-colourless. Colour noticeable, but these grades offer excellent value.
I-J: Near-colourless. Colour slightly detectable. Also good value.
K-M & N-Z: Noticeable colour. DO NOT BOTHER WITH THESE.
Diamonds that are absolutely clear are the most sought-after and therefore the most expensive. But many diamonds have inclusions that are scratches, trace minerals or other tiny characteristics (flaws) that can detract from the pure beauty of the diamond. This must be taken into consideration when placing a grade or market value on a diamond.
CLARITY:
FL, IF: Flawless, Internally Flawless: No internal or external flaws. Very rare.
VVS1, VVS2: Very, Very Slight Inclusions: Very difficult to see inclusions under 10x magnification. Excellent diamond.
VS1, VS2: Very Slightly Inclusions: Inclusions are not easily visible to the unaided eye.
SI1, SI2: Slight Inclusions: Inclusions are visible under 10x magnification, and may be visible with the unaided eye. (Good value diamonds.)
I1, I2, I3: Included: Inclusions are typically easily visible with the unaided eye.
Recommendations:
Never buy an expensive diamond on the spur of the moment. Research first and then return to your chosen supplier when ready.
Always try to view the diamond yourself prior to purchase when possible. If purchasing over great distance, perhaps via the internet, ensure
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