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    • The 5th C of a diamond πŸ’Ž

      Posted at 11:10 pm by EmmyAngela, on January 26, 2019

      Buying a diamond can be a very rewarding experience … but how knowledgeable are we? I’m sure most of us have heard of the 4 C’s but how aware are we of the unspoken 5th?

      I’m going to avoid entering too many technicalities and complex concepts and go straight into the fundamental points that help us to make a good decision.

      We are going to focus on what we call the 4 C’s:

      Cut

      Carat

      Color

      Clarity

      πŸ’ŽAnd a fifth C of utmost importance Confidence.

      1.Cut

      It refers to the shape of the diamond. The most usual is the brilliant cut, as it is the one that best reflects the natural brilliance of the diamond thanks to its 57 facets.

      2. Carat

      There are 100 points in 1 carat, so that a diamond weighing 3/4 carat would be a “75 point diamond. In summary:

      1 carat = 200 milligrams = 100 points

      3. Color

      The most valued diamonds are those considered colorless or with a faint coloration, usually yellow.

      To measure the degree ofcolor, an expert eye begins to appreciate slight yellow tones from graduation H. (See graphic below)

      There are several, but the Color scale of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) is one of the mostused in this regard.

      In the next post of our diamonds blog we will talk about fancy colored diamonds called fancy, real rarities of nature and with a very high economic value.

      4. Clarity

      Diamonds are born under conditions of extreme temperature and pressure, their internal structure makes it the hardest mineral in nature. They also contain traces inside them formed by non-crystallized carbon called inclusions.

      These characteristics have internal features, (inclusions), and (surface) irregularities, called blemishes. The vast majority are not visible to the naked eye and can only be seen with a magnifying glass of ten magnifications without influencing the beauty of it, although logically the cleaner, the more extraordinary its quality and value .

      One of the most used graduation scales is the GIA (Gemological Institute of America).

      Being the maximum quality IF and the minimum I1

      5. Confidence (Trust)

      When buying a diamond, the Trust, confidence and the peace of mind that you are buying the right piece is paramount.

      In my own personal experience I have found that GBE Diamond Brokers have the desire and the permanent aspiration to advise you and help you choose the best diamond with the most appropriate budget.

      Their reliability and consistent services keep them at the highest levels of ethics and professionalism.

      GBE Diamond Brokers strive to offer a selection of diamonds with a maximum demand for quality-price ratio.
       

      I invite you to see their website www.gbediamonds.com where they will be happy to assist you.

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    • Buying a diamond?

      Posted at 5:04 am by EmmyAngela, on January 12, 2019

      Before venturing into the purchase of a cut diamond, it is necessary that you follow some useful tips to avoid making mistakes which you will later regret.

      Gabriel & Co. fine jewelry

      Helpful tips!

      πŸ’ŽIt is important that the precious stone be analyzed during the day since in this way you will see the real color of the diamond.

      Avoid exposure under fluorescent tubes because this means that with this light you can not see the real color of the stone.

      Always require a certificate stating that the weight of the diamond is greater than 0.50 carats.

      You should also read the certificate of purchase and verify that it does not include in small letters the inscription “Clarity enhanced” or “Color enhanced” since this means that the color of the stone is not pure one hundred percent.

      DIAMOND CERTIFICATES

      When buying a diamond make sure you get a certificate of authenticity, which authenticates the diamond as such. It will explain its characteristics and laboratory grading. Why settle for anything less than perfection? Having your certificate of authenticity with your diamond will bring you not only peace of mind but also ensure you that the diamond is genuine.

      Please use the following links to learn more:

      β€’   Gemological Institute Of America (GIA): gia.edu

      β€’    American Gem Society (AGS): ags.org

      β€’    European Gemological Laboratory (EGL): eglusa.com

      β€’    Gemological Appraisal Laboratory Of America (GAL): gemlab.com

      Finally, it is advisable to choose diamonds whose purity is between IF that is in its pure state and the color D and I because if they are not included in this range they are not totally pure.πŸ’Ž

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