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When Selecting a Diamond it is important to consider Cut, Color & Clarity
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THE IDEAL CUT
When a round brilliant diamond has been cut to "Ideal" proportions by a master cutter, it is a splendor to behold.
The Ideal Cut Diamond describes a round brilliant diamond that has been cut to exact and mathematically proven proportions. Its symmetry, with 58 exactly placed facets, produces the ultimate in lustre and beauty.
When a diamond is cut to the ideal proportions, all of the light entering from any direction is totally reflected through the top and is dispersed into a display of sparkling flashes and rainbow colors. |
PROPORTIONS OF THE IDEAL CUT |
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THE PREMIUM CUT
A Premium Cut Diamond demonstrates subtle variations from the Ideal Cut. Although dimensional differences affect a diamond's reflection of light, a premium cut still achieves a harmonius balance between its proportions and the display of brilliance. |
PROPORTIONS OF THE PREMIUM CUT |
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INFERIOR CUT
Most diamonds are "spread" in their cutting to retain maximum weight from the original rough. A heavier diamond will result, but at a dramatic sacrifice of potential fire and brilliance.
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TOO DEEP:
When a diamond is cut too deep, light* leaks out of the bottom, brilliance is lost and the center of the diamond will appear to be dark.
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TOO SHALLOW:
When a diamond is cut too shallow, light* leaks out of the bottom brilliance is lost nd the diamond appears watery, glassy and dark. |
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*Arrows on the diagrams simulate the flow of light in the diamond.
Most diamonds, although appearing colorless, actually have slight tones of yellow or brown. As these tones become more easily apparent, the rarity and the cost decrease. Ideal cutting dramatizes the rare splendor of a diamond because it produces such dazzling brilliance.
 Practically all diamonds contain naturally occuring internal characteristics called inclusions. The size, nature, location and amount of inclusions determine a diamond's clarity grade and affect its cost. One unique advantage of the Ideal Cut is that its sparkle can mask otherwise noticeable inclusions.
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| F |
IF |
VVS |
VS |
SI |
P |
| Flawless |
Internally flawless,
minor surface
blemishes |
Very very
small inclusions |
Very small inclusions |
Small inclusions |
Inclusions visible
to the naked eye |
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