What is a diamond certification?
A diamond certification, or diamond report, is provided by an independent gemmology laboratory that offers an objective perspective on a diamond’s unique characteristics.
Why buy a certified diamond?
A diamond certificate provides proof that a diamond was graded with an expert opinion on the quality of the diamond.
What is a good diamond rating?
The best diamond ratings are subjective to the person wearing the piece of jewellery. For example, while a diamond rating chart might rank a J-grade color diamond as less valuable than a D-grade, some find that they prefer the hint of color.
What are the different grades of a diamond?
Diamonds are graded on their cut, clarity, and color. Cut is graded based on a 6-step scale from Ideal to Poor. The clarity is graded on a 10-step scale from Flawless to Inclusions 2. Color is graded on GIA’s D-to-Z system. The cut grade is the most important for overall beauty.
What are the 4 Cs of diamonds?
The 4 Cs of diamonds refer to characteristics that maximise the beauty of a diamond. The 4 Cs are cut, color, clarity, and carat.