How to Buy Solitaire Diamonds: Diamonds Engagement Guide - Kirthi Diamond Jewellery

Every diamond is as unique as the person who wears it.

Regardless of which diamond you choose, every purchase should start with accurate information.

A Certified diamond grading report ensures that you know exactly what you are buying. Our Solitaires come with a GIA report which are the industry standard for accurate diamond evaluation. In fact, GIA diamond reports are trusted by global jewellers, appraisers, museums, auction houses and diamond buyers just like you.

Understanding the science of beauty.

The beauty of a diamond can be most accurately evaluated through the 4Cs. Cut. Colour. Clarity. Carat weight. Originally coined by GIA founder, Robert M. Shipley, the 4Cs ensure the most accurate diamond evaluation possible, taking into account everything from sparkle to size.

Cut: The proportion, shape and arrangement of facets that determine a diamond’s brilliance, sparkle, and fire.

Colour: The presence or absence of colour in a diamond.

Clarity: The amount, size, and location of inclusions and blemishes.

Carat Weight: The weight measurement of a diamond.

Cut is the easiest C to see.

While all 4Cs are essential to properly evaluate a diamond, for most buyers, cut is one of the most obvious Cs to the untrained eye. Since it determines the brightness, scintillation and fire of the diamond, not only will it most impact the “Awww” of the diamond, but it is most likely to be the first thing someone notices when looking at a diamond.

Cut is also where the artisanal craftsmanship of an expert comes in. Did you know that most people wouldn’t even recognize a rough diamond? It isn’t until a diamond is cut, that the real beauty of a diamond begins to take shape.  

With our GIA Diamond Grading Report, you can confidently make your next diamond purchase. With an unbiased diamond evaluation, you’re free to focus on its beauty

Illuminating fluorescence.

Fluorescence is the visible light some diamonds emit when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) rays.

The strength and intensity of a diamond’s reaction to long-wave UV light is referred to as fluorescence. Did you know that 25% to 35% of the diamonds submitted for grading exhibit some fluorescence, but only 10% of those show enough fluorescence to impact appearance? In more than 95% of the diamonds that exhibit fluorescence, the colour seen is blue. In rare instances, the reaction is yellow, white or another colour.

The light emitted from the diamond lasts as long as the diamond is exposed to the UV light. A diamond with strong fluorescence may produce more contrast. A strongly fluorescing diamond that contains nano-inclusions may appear hazy or oily. Fewer than 0.2% of the fluorescent diamonds we see exhibit that appearance. Fluorescence isn’t bad for a diamond, but it is important to know the fluorescence of your diamond before making your purchase.

Your in-person Diamonds Engagement buying checklist: 

1. Have you received a graded report? 

Ask your jeweller to provide a graded report.

2. Did you evaluate the 4Cs? 

Ask your jeweller to explain the 4Cs to you. They should be able to walk you through your diamond purchase, helping you to better understand your options by showing you examples.  

3. Did you consider your budget? 

Ask your jeweller to show you diamonds in your budget range. It is important to find the best value for your purchase, but understanding the options in your budget is the key to making the best decision. 

4. Do you love the diamond?   

Ask for options, look at each diamond in different lighting conditions and make sure you choose something that you love. With the unbiased, expert evaluation covered, you’re free to choose with your heart.  

There is a setting for every diamond.

As many Diamonds Engagement rings as there are, there are just as many setting designs. Like the variants of size and cut, the setting can change the presentation of a diamond. Knowing your partner’s style is the best way to choose the setting of their dreams.

Solitaire: A single stone, prongs allow the diamond to catch the most light. 

Sidetones: Diamonds or gemstones flank the main stone for additional sparkle or colour. 

Three Stone: One diamond for the past, one for the present, and one for the future. 

Halo: A single stone surrounded by tiny diamonds to add sparkle and the illusion of greater size.

Once you’ve received your diamond.

After purchasing the diamond of your choice or receiving a diamond as a gift, it is important to make sure that you properly care for and insure your diamond. 

Diamonds are tough, but they aren’t indestructible.

Although a diamond’s remarkable hardness makes them resistant to scratches, other diamonds can scratch them. Diamonds can be chipped through impact or come loose in their settings. It is important to store your diamond properly, preferably in the container that your jeweller gives you with your purchase.  

Make sure to clean it regularly by wiping it with a lint-free cloth or with warm water, mild soap and a soft toothbrush, or by dipping it briefly in a commercial cleaning solution.

It is also important to have your diamond professionally cleaned by your jeweller and re-examined from time to time. With the right care, your diamond will maintain its beauty and integrity for many lifetimes.  

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