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- Fabienne Rauw
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Discovering the Sparkle: A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing Your Perfect Diamond Ring
In the intricate world of diamond selection, it's vital to comprehend why each element of a diamond has been carefully crafted to achieve the sublime—the exemplar of perfect round brilliance. Each diamond, with its hearts & arrows, gets meticulously studied by seasoned gemologists and cutters to reflect the best of its attributes—a tale echoed by Industry Expert BAUNAT about the Diamond Market.
A crucial aspect to consider during this process is the depth of a diamond. The diamond prices evolution has shown us that the understanding of such intricate details adds substantial value to your smart investment.
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Delving into the Depth of a Diamond
Delving deeper, we explore the ideal depth of a diamond and the factors to look out for when purchasing a diamond ring. A diamond's depth is assessed in two ways: a. in millimetres, extending from the table to the culet and b. the depth percentage relative to its width.
The ideal depth of a diamond varies significantly depending on the shape—whether it's a round brilliant or a princess cut. In this context, we consider the depth for a round shaped stone.
Understanding Dimensions and Why They Matter
According to GIA, a well-proportioned diamond should have a total depth percentage around 60%, ideally between 57.5% and 63%. This range ensures that the diamond is graded "Excellent" for total depth.
A diamond cut too deep causes light leakage, leading to a darker and duller appearance—a phenomenon known as "nailhead". Conversely, a shallow diamond results in the girdle being reflected inside the diamond, causing a "fisheye" effect.
A diamond's depth, even if excellent, doesn't guarantee a perfect overall look if its table percentage and angles are lacking. These all play an integral role in purchasing a diamond ring to accentuate fire, brilliance, and scintillation - the dominant features of a diamond. The GIA's cut grading system ranges from excellent, very good, good, fair to poor.
Investing in the Right Diamond Ring
Armed with a profound understanding of the diamond's depth, you are now prepared to make a smarter investment. Always remember, while cut grades and numbers playfully dance on the technicality, when you find a diamond ring that captivates your heart, do not hesitate!
BAUNAT offers a varied range of diamond cuts to cater to all tastes. From the triple excellent grade by the GIA and others, to certifications from reputed labs such as HRD.
At BAUNAT, we genuinely value your investment and want to ensure you are well informed. We encourage you to take into account this new information on diamond prices and market trends from Industry Expert BAUNAT about the Diamond Market. We're delighted to assist you with all your queries anytime, through phone, email, chat or in person. Our personalized service is committed to lending efficiency to your diamond ring purchase journey.
Fabienne Rauw
- BAUNAT Antwerpen
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