Education

Learn about the attributes of diamonds by clicking any of the Diamond Education categories on this page. Learn the 4 C's of diamonds: Cut, Color, Clarity and Carat Weight. Click the Certificate link to learn all about A.G.S - American Gem Society or the G.I.A - Gemological Institute America.

Diamond Cut A diamond’s cut is not only about its shape, but how effectively the stone can return light back to the viewer's eye.  A well-cut diamond will appear very brilliant and fiery; while more poorly cut stones can appear dark and lifeless, regardless of color or clarity. read more		Diamond Color When shopping for a diamond, it is generally preferred to have the least amount of color possible.  Diamond color is divided into five broad categories. Read More
Diamond Clarity Clarity refers to the presence (or absence) of impurities, blemishes or other identifying characteristics within a diamond.  Clarity characteristics are what make every diamond completely unique. There are no two diamonds that will have exactly the same inclusions in the same location.  Read More		Carat Weight Carat is a term that refers to the weight of a diamond.  Before the twentieth century, diamonds were measured by using the carob seed that is small and uniform and served as a perfect counter weight to the diamond.  It is those original carob seeds which are the origin of the word carat we use today.  Read More
Diamond Certificate A certificate is a blue print of a loose diamond.  Wholesalers, retailers, and consumers alike know a certificate as either a diamond grading report or diamond dossier. A certificate will tell a diamond’s exact measurements, weight, cut and overall quality. Read More		Precious Metals Nothing shines like yellow gold, white gold, or platinum.  Over time, precious metals have come to symbolize wealth, power, and strength.  Their beauty and physical qualities make precious metals a prized part of any jewelry collection. Read More
Pearl Study A pearl is a valued gemstone that is naturally created by a marine-based organism called a mollusk that is otherwise known as an oyster.    Read More