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The Diamond Guide

A Little Knowledge. A Lot More Confidence.

Understanding Diamond Quality

The Four Details That Make a Diamond

Every diamond is unique. Understanding the 4Cs—Cut, Color, Clarity, and Carat Weight—will help you appreciate what sets each stone apart and find the right balance of beauty, quality, and value.

01 — Cut

The Art of Brilliance

Cut influences how a diamond interacts with light, creating the brilliance, fire, and sparkle we love. Expert proportions and craftsmanship can make all the difference in how a diamond comes to life.

02 — Color

Beauty in Every Shade

For diamonds graded on the traditional D-to-Z scale, color refers to how colorless a stone appears. From icy white to warmer tones, subtle variations influence both appearance and value.

03 — Clarity

Naturally Unique

Clarity describes the internal inclusions and external characteristics of a diamond. Many are invisible to the naked eye, making it possible to find a beautiful stone without necessarily choosing the highest clarity grade.

04 — Carat Weight

Finding Your Perfect Balance

Carat measures a diamond’s weight, not its visible size. Two diamonds of the same carat weight can appear different depending on their proportions and shape.

Find Your Shape

Every Shape Has a Story

From the timeless brilliance of a round diamond to the architectural elegance of an emerald cut, each shape has its own character.

Explore different silhouettes and discover the one that speaks to your personal style.

Round Brilliant

Timeless, balanced, and celebrated for its sparkle.

Oval

Elegant and elongated, with a graceful silhouette.

Cushion

Soft corners and a romantic, vintage-inspired feel.

Radiant

Bold geometry meets brilliant sparkle.

Emerald

Clean lines, stepped facets, and understated sophistication.

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Understanding Your Options

Natural or Lab-Grown? Let’s Explore.

Both natural and laboratory-grown diamonds are real diamonds, sharing essentially the same chemical composition and optical and physical properties. What sets them apart is how they’re created.

Natural Diamonds

Formed deep within the Earth over geological time, natural diamonds are valued for their extraordinary origins, individuality, and rarity.

Lab-Grown Diamonds

Created in controlled environments using advanced technology, lab-grown diamonds offer the beauty of a diamond with different sourcing and pricing considerations.

Which Is Right for You?

There’s no single answer. Whether you value natural rarity, design flexibility, or a particular budget, our team can help you understand the differences and find a diamond that feels right for you.

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Buy With Confidence

Understanding Diamond Grading

A diamond is more than its sparkle. Independent grading reports provide important information about a stone’s characteristics, helping you make an informed decision.

Reports from respected gemological laboratories, including the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and the International Gemological Institute (IGI), may document details such as carat weight, color, clarity, proportions, and other characteristics, depending on the stone and report type.

Our experts can walk you through the details, explain what matters most, and help you evaluate your options with confidence.

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