How to Buy an Engagement Ring
Those interested in buying an exclusive engagement ring, may want to first check out the book, 7 Ways to Buy an Engagement Ring She’ll Love. This is the best way to start researching how you’re going to impress her with an engagement ring she’ll love. First you’ll want to discuss the basic considerations you’ll have [...]
Understanding Diamonds and Light
When diamonds and light interact the results are amazing. The relationship between diamonds and light lies in how much light hits the surface of the diamond, enters the diamond, and how the light reflects back from the diamond. The proportions of a polished diamond (its angles and measurements) and the relationship between them have an extraordinary effect on how light performs when it strikes the diamond.
What is an Emerald Cut Diamond?
The Emerald cut diamond received its name when a diamond cutter chose to cut diamond rough in the shape of an Emerald using the same method as they would for cutting an Emerald shaped gemstone.
What is an Asscher Cut Diamond?
The Asscher cut diamond was developed in 1902 by the Asscher Brothers of Holland and is a variation of an Emerald cut. The Asscher cut is a stepped square cut also known as a Modified Square Emerald cut.
The 4Cs of Diamonds: Diamond Cut
Of the 4Cs, cut is the most important characteristic of a diamond and it has the greatest overall impact on a diamond’s beauty. Diamonds have the unique ability to manipulate light (aka fire, sparkle, and brilliance) that can only be realized with an extremely high level of accuracy during the cutting and polishing process. Nature dictates color and clarity, but humans affect the cut.
The 4Cs of Diamonds: Diamond Weight
Diamond weight is described using two terms: carat and point. Carat is determined by measuring the distance across the top of diamond and is always listed in millimeters. When measuring diamond weight it is important to factor in the cut grade.
Can you compare one diamond to another?
Like fingerprints… no two diamonds are alike but…
Diamond Shape vs Personality Type
Ever wonder if your choice of diamond shape has anything to do with your personality?
