Jewelry

How to Choose a Diamond

A diamond is one of the largest purchases most people make after their home and car. Just as with any major purchase, you must understand exactly what you are purchasing, and what makes diamonds that may appear similar, have greatly different values.

The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has established a standard system for grading diamonds, commonly known as the four C's. This grading system judges a diamond by four distinct factors: Cut, Carat, Color and Clarity. This system is the best way to assure the quality and value of a diamond. It can only be accurately applied when the diamond is loose.

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