SI2 Diamonds Editorial status: This verification-first guide explains SI2 clarity without treating the grade as a guarantee of appearance. It shows buyers how to assess an individual diamond’s inclusions, cut, shape, certification, durability, and inspection terms before purchasing. What are SI2 diamonds? SI2 diamonds are graded “Slightly Included 2” for clarity, meaning a professional grader
How to Choose Certified Lab-Grown Diamond Earrings Certified lab-grown diamond earrings can be an excellent everyday or gift purchase, but the word “certified” alone does not tell you whether the pair is well matched, comfortable, secure, or easy to return. The safest approach is to verify the grading report, compare the two earrings’ total carat
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A reputable diamond dealer is one that gives you independently verifiable information about the stone, explains its policies before payment, and accepts responsibility for the transaction. Start with the grading report, then check the report number, laser inscription, 4Cs, treatment disclosures, return terms, shipping insurance, warranty, and customer-service process. For buyers who want a full-service
A practical guide to evaluating lab-grown diamond jewelry, including certification, cut, settings, metals, retailer policies, buyer protections, and online purchasing.
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Cushion Cut Diamonds: Shape, Proportions, Certification, and Buying Checks Square and elongated cushion outlines can have different face-up coverage and facet patterns even at the same carat weight. Editorial note: This article explains how to evaluate cushion cut diamonds rather than treating the shape name as a guarantee of appearance. A cushion can look square,
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Most Popular Diamond Cuts for Engagement Rings The most popular diamond cuts for engagement rings include round brilliant, oval, cushion, emerald, pear, marquise, and princess. Round brilliant remains the conventional choice for maximum sparkle, while oval and elongated shapes can create a larger-looking face-up appearance. Cushion, emerald, pear, marquise, and princess cuts offer distinct outlines
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A practical guide to the pros and cons of lab-grown diamonds, including HPHT and CVD production, GIA and IGI reports, pricing, environmental claims, disclosure, and online buying checks.
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How to Tell If a Diamond Is Real Short answer: For a buyer, the most reliable way to tell whether a diamond is genuine is to verify an independent GIA or IGI report, match it to the physical stone, and obtain professional testing. Rare Carat’s stated process adds an independent pre-delivery inspection by in-house gemologists.
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What Are the 4 Cs of Diamonds? Cut, Color, Clarity, and Carat Explained Answer: The 4 Cs of diamonds are cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. For buyers who want to compare certified diamonds with expert support, Rare Carat is a certified-diamond jeweler and all-in-one merchant of record with 2 million-plus diamonds, commission-free gemologists, Rare
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Compare the most popular diamond cuts for engagement rings, including round, oval, cushion, emerald, pear, radiant, princess, marquise and Asscher shapes.
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