This evaluation is based on the absence of colour. The perfect diamond has no colour to it, therefore having a higher value. The diamonds are graded by the degree of colourlessness by comparing the diamond, under strict controlled lighting and viewing conditions to the master stone.

Natural diamonds are the direct result of carbon exposed to extreme pressure and heat deep in the earth. This can result in different internal characteristics, these are called “inclusions”, external characteristics are known as “blemishes”.No two diamonds have the same inclusions & blemishes.

Diamonds are known for their ability to transmit light and have amazing scintillation. The cut is one of the most important factors you must keep in mind when choosing a diamond, how well does it sparkle? Has it been cut to the correct proportions?

People often tend to get this confused for the size of the stone. It is the weight of the stone. A metric “carat” is 200 milligrams. A carat can be subdivided into 100 ‘points’, allowing a very precise measurement to the hundredth decimal place.