The 4Cs of Diamonds
The universal method for evaluating diamond quality.
Carat Weight
Represents the diamond’s actual weight, not its size, influencing its presence and proportion in a ring.
Color
Diamonds are graded from D, which is colorless, to Z, which shows noticeable color. Less color is rarer and offers subtle elegance and refined beauty.
Cut
Refers to a diamond’s symmetry, proportion, and polish. A well cut diamond maximizes brilliance, light dispersion, and scintillation, creating dazzling sparkle.
Clarity
Measures internal and surface imperfections. Fewer inclusions mean higher clarity, but each diamond’s natural characteristics make it unique.
Shapes of Diamonds
Popular diamond shapes and their characteristics.
Cushion
A soft edged square or rectangular shape with large facets for added brilliance.
Heart
A romantic and symbolic shape that requires perfect symmetry.
Pear
A teardrop shape that is both elegant and sparkling.
Radiant
A square or rectangular shape with trimmed corners that combines step and brilliant cuts.
Oval
An elongated round shape offering brilliance and elegance.
Marquise
An elongated boat shaped diamond that maximizes carat appearance.
Asscher
A square version of the emerald cut with cropped corners and exceptional clarity.
Emerald
A rectangular step cut diamond that is elegant and clean.
Princess
A square shape with pointed corners and a modern appeal.
Round
The most brilliant and classic diamond shape.