The Four Cs Of A Diamond Ring
2018-04-18


The Four Cs Of A Diamond Ring

Congratulations, you’re about to get engaged (that’s what we assume from you reading this article)! From oval to the cushion cut, you’ll be surprised at the variety of the available diamond shapes. One of the most popular choice however, will have to be the princess cut diamond.

When it comes to shopping for a princess cut engagement ring in Singapore, the task may just be more complex than you think. Aside from the cut and colour of the diamond, you’ll also have to keep a look out for its clarity. Before making a beeline to your local jewelry store, here are the four Cs you should acquaint yourself:

Cut

While the other three Cs are undoubtedly important, the diamond is cut is the defining characteristic of an engagement ring. The cut basically implies how well proportioned the diamond is and should not be confused with cuts with shapes such as pear, round, marquise and more. Cuts refer to the symmetry of the diamond, or if the bottom or top is cut very shallow or too deep. If the stone is poorly cut, say the cuts are very shallow or deep, it will appear less brilliant while a well-cut stone will sparkle brightly. When purchasing a ring with a diamond, choose the one with an excellent or very good cut grade.

Color

The most valuable and unique diamonds are white or colorless. Colorless diamonds are graded with a ‘D’ and are, conversely to what we think, the best grades of diamonds there is. The scale ranges from ‘D’ to ‘Z’, where diamonds will display fine colored shades. When determining a diamond’s color, it’s recommended that you check out the stone face down. This helps you concentrate on the color with no interference occasioned by the glittery radiance of the sections on the crown of the rock.

Carat

The weight, and consequently the size of the gemstone are measured by the unit measurement carat. Needless to say that the larger the stone, the pricier it is. The average size of the majority of an engagement ring in Singapore with a diamond is approximately between half a carat and one carat.

Clarity

While it is important, one should refrain from getting overly worked up over the clarity of a gemstone. Check out a diamond using a jeweler’s loupe, and you’ll notice small blemishes and inclusions. They appear like clouds, grain lines or feathers but cannot be seen with the naked eye. While blemishes and inclusions can impact the radiance of a diamond, they make your gemstone unique and should not be considered as a fault. These marks are proof of the authenticity of your rock and won’t affect how your stone appears. An excellent choice would be a diamond ring graded SI1 denoting Slightly Included 1 or IF referring to Internally Flawless.

The abovementioned 4 Cs are crucial for any person wishing to buy an engagement ring. Above all, surprise your partner with a diamond ring that matches their taste, not just yours.

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