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Diamonds
A shape of diamond is a diamond’s form viewed from above. See the myriad of shapes a diamond can be cut to.
The cut of a diamond determines its brilliance. Learn how a well cut diamond can make the diamond appear very brilliant and fiery; while more poorly cut stones can appear dark and lifeless.
Color is normally present in a diamond as a pale yellow. This is why a diamond's color grade is based on its lack of color. The less color a diamond has, the higher its color grade.
Clarity characteristics refers to the tiny, natural imperfections that occur in all but the finest diamonds.
This is the term which most are familiar with, but remember that it refers to the weight of the diamond.
A diamond certificate is a proof that a diamond has undergone an unbiased, professional examination.