Swasti’s Diamond Jewelry Guide

GIA Diamond Grading Reports

Executive summary about GIA Diamond by Dave Letter

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Diamond grading reports are provided usually for diamonds over one carat and provides important information encompassing diverse aspects of the stone.  Besides the GIA grading report, the GIA grading report with cut grade can also be opted for.

The GIA diamond dossier is usually issued for diamonds under one carat and it provides information similar to the grading report.  Unlike grading report that levies extra for laser inscription registry, the diamond dossier provides it free of charge.  The GIA diamond dossier with cut grade can also be availed of.

Details provided in GIA reports

Report number: A unique number assigned to a diamond and registered in GIA’s global database.

Shape and cutting style: Details the shape of the diamond and how the various facets are cut.

Proportions: Various characteristics of the diamond are underlined here.  Table-Average size of the table facet in relation to the average diameter (for round diamonds).  For fancy shapes, this refers to width of diamond.

Culet: Details the size of the culet relative to size of diamond.

Grading scales: GIA grading scales on color and clarity are provided.  Color grading is achieved by comparing stones to master comparison diamonds.

The laboratory also issues special reports designed specifically for colored diamonds.

The laboratory does not grade mounted diamonds.  Only loose diamonds must be sent to GIA for grading.

The certificate does not provide retail value of the diamond.

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What is a GIA Certified Diamond and Why is it Important?

Executive Summary about GIA Diamond by Jan H Roos

Buying a diamond from a wholesale company rather than buying a complete ring from a retailer is a great way of saving money and getting a superior quality stone.

You can prevent yourself from the possibility of being duped by finding a vendor who is GIA certified.

GIA or the Gemological Institute of America is one of the world’s leading authorities on diamonds and gemstones.  The institute carries out this role by identifying and grading any gems that enter the market.   Thus they ensure that the consumer is confident of not being misled whenever precious stones are changing hands.

Reputable wholesale companies allow the GIA to analyze all of their diamonds in order to grade them and confirm that they are genuine.

On top of that, the need for knowing if the gemstones come from ethical sources and methods and the environmental impact minimal is increasingly important.

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Mens Diamond Ring Makes Perfect Engagement Notice

Executive Summary about Mens Diamond Ring by J Francis Nelson

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Traditionally, it is the woman who, upon being asked for her hand in marriage, is presented with a diamond engagement ring. A mens diamond ring, in those days of yore, was unheard of.

But in this day and age of gender equality and the acceptance of a fashionable man, there is no reason that a gentleman who is due to be wed should not display his love for his fiancée on his finger.

“It’s too flashy for a man.” Many people will argue that a manly man would never wear a diamond, as it is simply too flashy. Maybe it would be, for a less confidant man.

“It demeans the woman’s ring.” Another argument is that the rock on her finger should be the only diamond, and that a man who insists on wearing a stone of his own is competing for attention with his bride-to-be. Engagement rings are her territory, not his.

A modern man would never try to take the spotlight away from his fiancée or her stunning ring, and she knows it.

There are plenty more arguments against a mens diamond ring for an engagement – but the only thing that matters is that it means something to the engaged couple.

Mens Diamond Rings More Than Simply “Bling”

Most people would assume that mens diamond rings would be gaudy, bulky items, worn as outrageous displays of wealth and cockiness. But there is a whole class of diamond rings for the man who wants to show off in a more demure and cultured way.

There are usually three styles of rings that a man might wear that would feature a diamond in some way:

The Engagement Ring. Traditionally in modern Western culture, an engagement ring has been worn by women only. Many men are unaccustomed to wearing jewellery of any sort, so an engagement ring can be a “practice” ring that gets them used to having something on their finger.

The Wedding Band. Again, tradition might attempt to dictate that a man’s wedding band should be simple and plain, with no adornments or identifying features. It should be nothing but a band. But it should be considered that this band will be on his finger, every day, and hopefully for the rest of his life.

The Fashion Ring. A man who wears a ring for fashion is not limited by the narrow views of fashionless and humourless people – he is his own man, who apologizes to no one for his style.

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Pink Diamond Engagement Rings – A Buyer’s Guide

Executive Summary about Pink Diamond Rings by Susan Feingold

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Becoming all the rage, pink diamond engagement rings add a new twist to the traditional wedding ring with diamond. Traditional diamonds are colorless, it is their cut and shape that creates color effects based on how they capture the light.

Under the perfect conditions during the formation period for a diamond, while it is still in the ground, a gemstone can take on colors. A pink diamond offers a subtle color flair that helps accentuate the engagement ring that you are considering and creates a very desirable effect.

When hunting for the perfect gemstone for your engagement ring set, color is not the only consideration for finding value. Following color you should still keep in mind the diamonds, clarity, carat, and cut. A larger gemstone does not always equal a more valuable diamond, as clarity, cut and color must be taken into consideration as well. Small pink diamonds that are heavily colored are very rare and are of higher value for example.

There are various cuts available, determining shape and brilliance, but the most popular choices tend to be the princess cut pink diamond, marquis cuts, and round cuts. Your diamonds clarity refers to its inclusion of any flaws, cracks, or cloudiness.

Taking Care of Your Pink Diamond Ring

Executive Summary about Pink Diamond Rings by Dirk Rendel

A pink diamond ring, like most of the other rings that use colored diamonds, can be very beautiful and dear to the person who wears it. These diamonds are pretty rare and only available in certain parts of the world.

Not only is it important for you to clean the diamond properly, but you also need to do it without causing damage to the diamond (like scratches) or loosen up the setting of the diamond.

The very first thing to note that you must store these rings away properly. Use a soft cotton pouch or a cloth to store the ring, and then place it in the box it came in.

Don’t use just any cream or soap to clean your pink diamond. Don’t even go for the sprays and other solutions that are not specifically made to clean diamond rings.  This may result in the formation if an unwanted layer of sediments or a coating of chemicals on the pink diamond, even after you have tried to clean the diamond with utmost care.

For the best results, take your pink diamond ring to the jeweler and get expert advice on cleaning and maintenance to ensure your ring stays safe and looks great at all times.

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