Founded in 1960 by British jeweler Laurence Graff, the Graff brand has emerged as one of the most celebrated names in luxury jewelry worldwide. Renowned for acquiring, designing, and selling some of the world’s rarest and most valuable diamonds, Graff’s journey from a small workshop in London to a multinational…
The 4Cs of Diamonds: Understanding Clarity Diamonds, known for their dazzling brilliance and enduring value, are graded according to the 4Cs: Cut, Color, Carat, and Clarity. Among these, Clarity is a crucial characteristic that significantly impacts a diamond’s beauty and value. In this blog post, we will explore the intricacies…
The 4Cs of Diamonds: Understanding Carat When it comes to diamonds, the 4Cs—Cut, Clarity, Carat, and Color—serve as the universal standard for evaluating these precious stones. Among these, Carat weight is perhaps the most well-known and easily understood characteristic, often associated with the diamond’s size. In this blog post, we…
The 4Cs of Diamonds: Understanding Color When it comes to diamonds, the 4Cs—Cut, Clarity, Carat, and Color—are the standard by which these precious stones are evaluated. Among these, the Color of a diamond is a crucial aspect that significantly affects its value and appeal. In this blog post, we will…
Introduction De Beers, a name synonymous with diamonds, has played a pivotal role in shaping the global diamond industry. From its inception in the late 19th century to its current status as one of the largest diamond mining and jewelry companies in the world, De Beers has navigated a complex…
The Cut: The Key to a Diamond’s Sparkle When it comes to diamonds, the cut is arguably the most critical of the 4Cs—Cut, Carat, Color, and Clarity. It’s the cut that determines how well a diamond interacts with light, creating the sparkle and brilliance that make diamonds so captivating. Let’s…
Understanding the 4Cs of Diamond Grading: Cut, Carat, Color, and Clarity When it comes to choosing the perfect diamond, understanding the 4Cs—Cut, Carat, Color, and Clarity—is essential. These four factors determine a diamond’s quality and value, helping you make an informed decision. Let’s delve into each of these critical aspects…
Within traditions that we hold not many are as widespread as giving a diamond ring as a sign of engagement. Not many either sparkle as brightly as the diamond engagement ring. It is used as a symbol of love that’s endured over centuries, although as you will see it has…
Diamonds are probably the most used gem in jewelry and high jewelry. Diamond business and history is also fascinating and will be the topic of a future post. But today w are focusing on what a diamond is, and how it came to be. What are diamonds? Chemical Composition: Crystal…