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| At SuperJeweler.com, we have implemented a uniform quality scale so that you can clearly KNOW what you are purchasing before you purchase, helping to assure that all of the diamonds rings, diamond post earrings, genuine diamond tennis bracelets we sell meet (and exceed) our customers’ expectations. |
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    Very Fine, Guild Quality |
| 5 Star Diamond are the finest available. They are the finest white and completely
clean. Color is always F/G, Clarity is always VS or better. |
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   G/H Color, SI1 Clarity |
| 4 Star Diamonds are like those found in High-End independent jewelers. These
are very nice, always very white, and totally eye-clean diamonds. Color is G/H,
Clarity is SI1.
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  I/J Color SI2/SI3 Clarity |
| 3 Star Diamonds would be considered a very nice quality. Better than
the usual quality carried by most jewelers, 3 Star diamond are white
and eye clean. Color is I/J, Clarity is SI2/SI3. |
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 J/K Color I1 Clarity |
| 2 Star Diamonds are like the better quality that a mall jeweler
would carry. 2 Star diamond are bright, sometimes a little off color,
but nice, fiery, and eye-cleanish. Color is J/K, Clarity is I1. |
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K/L Color I2 Clarity |
| 1 Star Diamonds are like the regular quality that you would
see at the shopping mall jewelers like Zales, Kay, and others.
Color is K/L and Clarity is I2 |
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Buying a diamond is one of the most important decisions a couple will make. Choosing the size and shape along with the style of the mounting are important personal choices. Understanding the characteristics that influence the brilliance, beauty and value of diamonds can make your buying experience more enjoyable and more fulfilling.
Diamond are like people-no two are ever exactly alike. Very subtle differences in the internal and external characteristics of each stone, along with subtle variations in color and cutting proportions, have a measurable effect on the value of two diamonds which may appear to be similar.
Start with a good jeweler, one who’ll take the time to help you through the 4 Cs-cut, color, clarity and carat weight. Understanding the language of diamonds will put you more at case in making your selection. |
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Cut |
Cut actually means two things: the shape of the diamond (round, marquise,pear,oval,heart,emerald,princess,radiant,etc) and the proportions of the stone. When a stone is cut to good proportions, light is reflected from facet to facet, then dispersed through the sparkle, brilliance and fire of the stone. |
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Color |
Most diamonds look colorless. But there are many subtle shade differences that range from colorless to yellow/brown. Diamonds are graded on a color scale that ranges from D (colorless) to Z (yellow/brown). Diamonds with no hint of color at all are extremely rare and are therefore, most valuable. Most gem quality stones appear to be colorless, but they usually have at least a hint of color. |
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Clarity |
Almost all diamonds contain a combination of internal and external characteristics called inclusions and blemishes. Normally, they are too minute to be visible without powerful magnification. Some are even so small they require great skill and time to locate. The number, type, location, visibility and color of inclusions determine a diamond’s clarity and may influence its value. |
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Carat Weight |
Like all precious stones, the weight or size of a diamond is measured in carats. A one carat stone is equal in weight to one hundred smaller units called “points” Therefore, a fifty_point diamond, for example, is the same as a half carat. Carat weight is the most obvious factor in determining a diamond’s value, depending on the quality of its cut, clarity and color. |
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Cost |
Frank passes the savings on to you. Our huge buying power and direct overseas contact allow you to buy many items below wholesale. Shop our amazing Item of the Week or Special Sale Items and really actually save. |
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