Loose Diamonds 101: The Four C's

You have likely heard of the four C's of loose diamonds, but just in case you have not, here is a little reminder:

Cut- The cut of the diamond refers to its overall shape, but it also factors in the many facets cut into the stone to give it its bling factor. White diamonds are translucent, so you can see into them. When looking into a white diamond, you will see lines.They are what reflect light in many different directions, making the ring shiny and sparkly. There are many cuts available, but some of the most popular are: Round, princess, asscher, cushion and emerald.

Clarity- The clarity of the diamond refers to whether or not it is overtly transparent or not. A perfectly transparent diamond is very expensive, so expect most loose diamonds to have some sort of blemish or inclusion.

Color- White diamonds are not all perfectly white (colorless). Many have hints of yellow or brown in them. There is a scale ranging from perfectly colorless stones to stones with a high presence of another color.

Carat- The bigger the stone, the bigger the carat. Usually this means the more expensive the stone, too, but is not necessarily the case depending on the other three categories. The certified loose diamonds in the jewelry store are usually 1-2 carats.

Loose Diamonds are Very Interesting Natural Creations

There are many amazing qualities about loose diamonds. Did you know they are not affected by heat until they are exposed to almost 1300 degrees Fahrenheit?Your jeweler strives to provide you with the best quality selection of certified loose diamonds so you can enjoy every aspect of these marvelous works of art. Make sure you shop with a jeweler who is recognized by Preferred Jewelers International - they go above and beyond in order to make sure you get exactly what you are looking for. Take a few moments to look online to find one of the locations near you.

This is quite a predicament men are faced with before they propose to a woman. Keep in mind you do not have to purchase a diamond at all. Some people choose to depict their love with simple bands instead of lavish diamond-studded rings that people can spot from miles away. Diamonds are a luxury. Some people cannot afford them no matter what they do. This does not take away from the love they have for one another. Instead, it proves to the world that money does not buy happiness. If you truly love someone, you do not need to drown yourself in debt by purchasing something out of your price range. However, if you are fiscally responsible enough to enjoy the beautiful diamond, then by all means, go crazy! This is a special way to treat your lady to a wonderful piece of jewelry she will cherish forever.