Change language / currency / VAT

What are Laser-Drill Holes in a diamond?

These are one of the few man-made inclusions that can occur inside a diamond. Why on earth would anyone want to drill holes into a perfectly good diamond? It may seem counter-intuitive, but drilling this type of hole into a diamond can actually raise its clarity grade. In some diamonds, the clarity grade may be determined mainly by the presence of just one or two dark included crystals in a diamond that is otherwise relatively free of inclusions. In certain circumstances, the diamond cutter will decide to use a procedure to remove the dark inclusions and, hopefully, increase the clarity of the diamond. First, a hole is precisely made with state-of-the-art equipment; it extends no further than it needs to, and its width is so small (about the size of a pinpoint) that a loupe or microscope is usually required to detect it. Next, a strong acid solution is forced into the new hole. Since diamonds are resistant to acids, the solution actually dissolves the included crystal while leaving the diamond completely unharmed. The end result is a more transparent diamond. The structural stability of the diamond is not compromised in any way by this hole, and the process is permanent.

Back to all questions

FAQ

Jewellery

Diamonds

Glossary

Glossary

Baunat.com

Online webshop for high quality diamond jewellery. View all our diamond jewels in our online shop. Our online business model allows us to offer you these high quality jewels at excellent prices. www.baunat.com

©2008-2024 BAUNAT

All Rights Reserved - 粤ICP备16057796号

noemie
Can I help you?
Can we help you?
noemie
JEWELLERY
ADVISOR
Hi, my name is Noémie.Can I help you?
noemie
Hi, my name is Noémie.Can I help you?
Showrooms in your region
BAUNAT
Schupstraat 21
2018 Antwerpen