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Learn the 4 Cs of Diamonds

Understanding the 4 C's of diamond buying can help you select a diamond engagement ring with the right amount of sparkle for your budget. We can help you choose the perfect diamond for your diamond engagement ring by teaching you about diamonds. Our expert guidance is designed to help you understand the 4 C's of buying a diamond: cut, color, clarity and carat weight. You can also learn about diamonds fancy shapes, fancy colors, certification and care so that you can be more informed when purchasing engagement rings.

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Use the 4 C's to guide you through the diamond buying process.

Want to learn more about diamonds? Check out all the information below about the 4 C's of diamond buying:

The 4 C's - Diamond Cut

Remember, cut does not mean shape. The cut of a diamond ring refers to the angles and proportions a skilled craftsman creates in transforming a rough diamond into the polished diamond that sits in fancy diamond rings.

Diamond Color

Diamonds with little color are very rare and are highly valued. A colorless diamond will demand a higher price. But it is important to understand, you don't have to pick a colorless diamond to pick a great stone for your diamond engagement ring or eco-friendly jewelry.

Diamond Clarity

Diamonds have tiny imperfections within the stone, referred to as flaws. Clarity is graded by the size, quantity, location and type of flaws. By understanding clarity, you will be able to effectively choose the right diamond engagement ring for your proposal.

Diamond Carat

Diamond carat (Ct) is often confused with size, but it is actually a measure of its weight. The price of a diamond is closely tied to the carat weight. Find out more about buying fancy diamond rings.

Diamond Shapes and Fancy Colors

Diamonds are fashioned into a number of different and unique shapes. The most popular shapes are round (also known as brilliant), marquise, pear, oval, emerald, princess, radiant and heart. Browse them all to find the fancy diamond rings that your bride-to-be will love.

Diamond Certification

Before you buy any diamond or diamond engagement ring, you should review and understand the Diamond Certificate. This is your guarantee of the diamond's quality by an independent lab. We can help you understand its important features and what to look for when you get a diamond certificate.

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