THE 4 C's
CUT
CUT
The cut refers to the way the facets interact with light. Diamonds with perfect proportions, symmetry and polish optimize their interaction with light, and have greater brilliance, fire and sparkle.
CLARITY
CLARITY
Diamond clarity measures its purity and uniqueness. The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) classifies diamond purity on an 11-point scale ranging from Flawless and Internally Flawless diamonds (FL/IF) to diamonds with Visible Inclusions (I1, I2, I3).
These categories are based on the ability to see inclusions — the marks that nature leaves on the diamond during its crystallization process — using a 10x loupe.
COLOR
Color refers to the natural tonal quality inherent in white diamonds. Most diamonds have a slightly yellowish hue; the more colorless the diamond, the more exceptional and unique it will be.
CARAT
CARATS
A diamond's weight is denoted by its carat weight. Carats refer to weight, not size. One carat equals 0.20 grams.
At Aristocrazy, all diamonds with a carat weight equal to or greater than 0.30 come with their GIA certificate.
