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CUT

Among the Four Cs of diamond grading, cut plays a crucial role. It’s the cut that gives a diamond its sparkle and energy — that captivating fire that draws people in. When a diamond is expertly cut, it interacts with light in a way that maximizes its shine and radiance. This dazzling effect is what catches the eye and makes the stone truly unforgettable.

COLOR

Diamonds come in a range of natural shades, from completely colorless to soft hints of yellow. The most sought-after diamonds are those with no visible color—they're not only exceptionally brilliant but also incredibly rare and valuable. Diamond color is graded on a scale from D to Z, with D representing the highest quality in colorless diamonds. As you move down the scale toward Z, the yellow tint becomes more noticeable, and the value typically decreases. At Emma's Diamonds, our collection features premium diamonds with top-tier color grades in the D-E-F range, ensuring a stunning, crystal-clear appearance that reflects unmatched quality.

CLARITY

A diamond’s clarity reflects how flawless it appears, both inside and out. Fewer flaws mean a more rare and valuable stone. These flaws are known as inclusions (internal) and blemishes (external), and they can impact the overall brilliance and appeal of the diamond. Even the placement of an inclusion plays a role in the stone’s value. Clarity grading is done by examining the diamond under 10x magnification, taking into account the size, nature, and location of each imperfection. What sets the Emma's Diamond apart is its precision-crafted origin—created using cutting-edge lab technology to ensure a stunning stone that appears visually flawless to the unaided eye.

CARAT

Did you know that the term "carat" actually traces back to the carob seed? These seeds were once used as natural weight standards for gemstones due to their consistent size. After selecting your preferred diamond cut, color, and clarity, the final step is determining the carat weight that fits your spending range. Generally speaking, the price per carat rises with size, since larger diamonds are significantly rarer than their smaller counterparts. This rarity makes them more valuable. The chart below illustrates how different carat weights appear, both as standalone sizes and when worn on a hand.

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