DIAMOND GUIDE: DIAMOND TYPES, CUTS AND QUALITY COLOR

Diamond education is the process of learning about the characteristics, quality, and value of diamonds.

One of the most widely used frameworks for diamond education is the 4Cs of diamonds, which are:

Cut: The cut of a diamond refers to how well it is proportioned, polished, and symmetrical. The cut affects how much light the diamond reflects and how brilliant and sparkling it appears. The cut is graded from excellent to poor based on various measurements and angles.

Color: The color of a diamond refers to how white or yellow it is. The color is graded from D (colorless) to Z (light yellow or brown) based on a standardized scale. Generally, the more colorless a diamond is, the more valuable it is.
Clarity: The clarity of a diamond refers to how free it is from internal flaws (inclusions) and external blemishes (blemishes). The clarity is graded from FL (flawless) to I3 (included) based on the number, size, location, and visibility of the imperfections under 10x magnification. Generally, the fewer and less noticeable the imperfections are, the more valuable the diamond is.

Carat: The carat of a diamond refers to its weight. One carat equals 0.2 grams or 200 milligrams. The carat is divided into 100 points, so a 0.50 carat diamond is also called a 50 point diamond. Generally, the larger the diamond is, the more valuable it is.
Besides the 4Cs, there are other factors that affect the quality and value of diamonds, such as:

Shape: The shape of a diamond refers to its outline or silhouette. There are many shapes of diamonds, such as round, princess, oval, pear, marquise, emerald, cushion, radiant, asscher, heart, etc. The shape is a matter of personal preference and style.
Certification: The certification of a diamond refers to a document issued by an independent and reputable gemological laboratory that verifies and describes the characteristics and quality of the diamond. The most recognized laboratories are IDIC (International Diamond Institute Centre).  IDIC The certification can provide assurance and confidence to buyers and sellers of diamonds.
Fluorescence: The fluorescence of a diamond refers to its ability to emit a visible glow when exposed to ultraviolet light. The fluorescence is graded from none to very strong based on its intensity and color. Fluorescence can have positive or negative effects on the appearance and value of diamonds depending on their color and lighting conditions.
If you want to learn more about diamonds, you can check out some of these online resources:

IDIC: A comprehensive guide on diamonds that covers all aspects of the 4Cs and other factors.
IDIC: A leading authority on diamonds that offers online courses, articles, videos, and tools on diamond education.
A simple and easy-to-understand guide on diamonds that explains the basics of the 4Cs and other factors.