Diamond, Engagement Ring, and Jewelry Buying Guides
The 4 C's
IDEAL CUT DIAMOND
4Cs Diamond Guide
The 4Cs diamond guide is provided to consumers as a reference for
evaluating diamonds. The four most popular factors used to measure
diamond quality are cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. Once you
have completed this section, you'll be ready to search our diamond
database and select a diamond that's right for you.
Diamond Guide
Diamond Cut
Diamond Color
Diamond Clarity
Carat Weight
Diamond Certification
Diamond Care
CUT
Cut is the most important of the "Four Cs". Learn more about cut and
its impact on brilliance and how to select the best cut for your
budget.
COLOR
Colorless diamonds are the most desirable since they allow the most
sparkle. Learn how color affects a diamond and how to choose the best
stone for your budget.
CLARITY
Clear diamonds create more brilliance and are more valuable. Learn how to find the best clarity grade for your budget.
CARAT WEIGHT
Carat is the most basic of the "Four Cs". Because large diamonds are
more rare, they have a greater value. Learn how carat impacts price and
the look of a diamond.
GIA and AGS LABRATORY CERTIFICATES
DIAMOND CARE & CLEANING
All
IcedTime loose diamonds are graded by either GIA or AGS, the two most
widely regarded and recognized diamond grading laboratories in the
world. Read on to learn how to properly inspect a diamond grading
report.
Since
your diamond is a valuable investment, you'll want to take proper care
of it to make sure it does indeed 'last forever'. This section contains
some basic tips to help keep your diamond looking its best for years to
come.
EXPERT GUIDANCE
The sections listed above cover in great detail important aspects of
the diamond buying process, but, if you still have any unanswered
questions, or just simply need some professional guidance, please
contact one our professionals toll free at 1-877-539-5395 or email us.