While color and clarity are big factors in the cost of a diamond, it is the Cut that breathes life, beauty and dazzling brilliance into a diamond
How to evaluate the Color Grade
of your diamond necklace:
The finest diamonds are colorless, rare, and expensive. However, Color has no affect on the brilliance of a diamond and the higher grades not always the best value for the buyer
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How to evaluate the Clarity Grade
of your diamond necklace:
Diamond Clarity grades of SI2 and above are considered "eye clean", meaning that they contain no flaws visible to the naked eye. For a diamond solitaire pendant, an SI1, SI2, or even an I1 Clarity can represent a good value . . . more  |
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How to choose the right Cut of
your diamond necklace: When it comes to Diamond Cut, usually consumers don't ask and retailers don't tell. The majority of diamonds sold at retail fall into the "poor", "fair" or "good" cut grades, which are below the acceptable standards for a diamond of exceptional beauty and brilliance . . . more  |
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Why diamond Cut grade is the secret to a more brilliant, beautiful diamond necklace:
It is the Cut grade of your diamond solitaire pendant that will breath fire, life and a dazzling brilliance into the diamond. We recommend that buyers seek out the highest Cut grade possible . . . more  |
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About diamond Brilliance, Dispersion and Scintillation
These are the factors that measure the fire, life and dazzling display of light that your diamond pendant exhibits. If your diamond is properly cut, it will display more of these properties . . . more  |
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The Final Word on DiamondsIf you have diligently read all that has been written here to help you buy the best diamond value, it is time for
you to get our final advice . . . more  |