| Loose diamonds are the most sought-after gift | | | | critically important that you do not compromise |
| item by many. However, buying this diamonds is | | | | on quality for a few dollars. Yet if you look around |
| not as simple as many of us may tend to believe. | | | | patiently, you are sure to find a decent enough |
| It is necessary to know all about this type of | | | | bargain. |
| diamonds before you venture out to buy. It is | | | | When it comes to diamonds, the fundamental rule |
| essential that you insist and obtain a diamond | | | | is - the 4C's (Cut, Color, Clarity and Carat) |
| 'Grading Certificate' when you buy loose diamond. | | | | determine the price. Hence you should study |
| This is a document that spells out the exact | | | | these four parameters carefully when selecting |
| characteristics, such as weight, measurements, | | | | loose diamonds. The manner in which a diamond is |
| cut and quality of the diamond and it is the proof | | | | cut defines its value and reflects its brightness |
| of the diamond's identity, quality and value. | | | | and charm and appeal. |
| Besides, a diamond certificate also confirms that | | | | People attach a lot of importance to the color of |
| the diamond you have bought is natural and is not | | | | diamonds. Loose diamonds of rare colors are |
| synthetic or man-made. The certificate will | | | | much more expensive than diamonds of common |
| authenticate your purchase and assure you that | | | | color or even colorless ones. Do not confuse a |
| you have not been conned. Besides, this 'Grading | | | | diamonds carat weight with the size of a diamond. |
| Certificate' will also be necessary as prospective | | | | Even though two diamonds may have the same |
| buyers will also demand this certificate whenever | | | | carat weight their appearance in size and diameter |
| you choose to sell the loose diamonds. | | | | measurements can very greatly. |
| This diamond is useful in many different ways, | | | | As is known, loose diamonds come in different |
| which is one of the reasons why they are so | | | | shapes - round, princess (square), emerald, |
| popular. People keep loose diamonds in a display | | | | asscher (a square emerald cut), marquise, oval, |
| window case for their visitors to admire; they fit | | | | pear, heart, cushion and more. The round brilliant |
| loose diamonds into a favorite piece of jewelry | | | | cut is arguably the most popular and used for |
| which they wear; there are others who would | | | | solitaire engagement rings. But keep in mind that |
| just keep it in their pockets or purses/hand bags | | | | each shape of the diamond has a fascination, all |
| as a lucky charm! | | | | its own. |
| We are living the computer age and one of the | | | | Please remember all diamonds are unique, no two |
| best places to source loose diamonds is the | | | | diamonds are exactly the same which is why it |
| Internet. You will know there are plenty of | | | | takes years of experience, training and learning to |
| companies that showcase their loose diamonds on | | | | fully understand diamonds. There is an abundance |
| web pages. This will give you an opportunity to | | | | of information available to consumers on the |
| compare and contrast the varying styles, shapes | | | | Internet, but not all of them may be genuine. |
| and prices and take an informed decision. | | | | Make it a point to buy your loose diamond only |
| It may not be prudent to opt for the lowest price | | | | from a reputable diamond dealer. |
| when it comes to buying this diamonds. It is | | | | |