Many people buy loose diamond for making jewelry or for investment purpose. Always consider buying loose diamond and diamond jewelry directly from the manufacturer as it saves the retail cost to give you benefit. Buying diamonds should be done tactfully as fraud is a major attempt every where. There are a few things to consider before making a precious loose diamond purchase.

One of the genuine online superstore in the internet market where you?ll find high-quality certified loose diamonds or diamond jewelry is www.diamondocean.com. It is a manufacturer of jewels that means you are getting the best value for your purchase as there is no middleman and the retail price is cut. Also you get a tremendous value-added service that can save you time and lot of money.

One should know the entire variable that determines quality, value and prices of loose diamonds. And because diamonds are so expensive and so much more than just an investment, Diamond Ocean have come up with a comprehensive guide not just to help you learn step by step about diamond but at the same time also decide what is best for you that you will find at www.diamondocean.com

The 4 C’s of Diamonds: understanding Cut, Clarity, Color, Carat weight will help in making the right choice. Never confuse the diamond’s “cut” with its “shape”. Shape always refers to the general outward appearance of the diamond (such as square, emerald, round, etc.) while the cut is in reference to the diamond’s reflective qualities. A qualified and well trained team defines the designs and it reflection by the way of fine cut. Most gemologists agree that the best cut diamonds are those that follow a set of formulae planned to maximize brilliance.

Today, several grading methods have been developed to help consumers determine the cut of a particular diamond. In general, these grades are categorizes as-Ideal, Premium, Very Good, Good, Fair & Poor?To make the best selection, you need to understand the various grades. The Qualified Team at Diamond Ocean will help you find out the right grade.

The Second C – Diamond Clarity: It’s no surprise that most diamonds have flaws. Basically there are two types of flaws: inclusions and blemishes. Diamonds with no or few inclusions and blemishes are more highly valued than those with less clarity, because they are rarer. Diamonds are graded for clarity under a 10x loupe magnification. Grades range from Flawless (diamonds which are completely free of blemishes and inclusions), to Included 3 (diamonds which possess large, heavy blemishes and inclusions that are visible to the naked eye
F ? Flawless: No internal or external flaws? Extremely rare.
IF-Internally Flawless: No Internal flaws?Very rare.
VVS1-VVS2: Very Very Slightly Included (two grades): Minute inclusions very difficult to detect under 10xmagnification even by a trained gemologist.
VS1-VS2: Very Slightly Included (two grades): Minute inclusions seen only with difficulty under 10x magnification.
SI1-SI2: Slightly Included (two grades): Minute inclusions more easily detected under 10x magnification.
I1 – I2 – I3: Included (three grades): Inclusions visible under 10x magnification as well as to the human eye (We do not recommend buying diamonds in any of these grades).

GIA Certificates include what is known as a “plot” of a diamond?s inclusion ? think of it as a “diamond fingerprint”. Since no two diamonds are exactly the same, comparing the uniqueness of your diamond?s clarity with the plot provided on the diamond certificate offers assurance that the diamond you pay for is the same diamond you receive.

The Third C – Color : The whiter a diamond’s colors the greater is its value. To grade ‘whiteness’ or colorlessness most jewelers refer to GIA’s (Gemological Institute Of America) professional color scale that begins with the highest rating of D for colorless, and travels down the alphabet to grade stones with traces of very faint or light yellowish or brownish color. The color scale continues all the way down to Z.

Diamonds graded D through F are naturally the most valuable and desirable because of their rarity. And diamonds graded G through I show virtually no color that is visible to the inexperienced eye. While a very, very faint hint of yellow will be evident in diamonds graded J through M, this color can often be minimized by carefully selecting the right jewelry in which to mount your diamond.
The Fourth C – Carat (Weight): A carat is a unit of measurement used to weigh a diamond. One carat is equal to 200 milligrams or 0.2 grams.

Certify The Diamond’s Worth:
It’s necessary to always read the “Fine print” carefully before signing a document. The same way the certificate is a “Blueprint” of a diamond as it tells you the diamond’s exact measurements and weight, as well as the details of its cut and quality. It specifically points out all the individual distinctiveness of the stone. Certificates also serve as proof of the diamond’s identity and value.

A certificate describes the quality of a diamond, but it does not place a monetary value on the gem.

Why Do I Need A Certificate?
You have the choice of shopping for certified diamonds as it allows one to make a selection and to compare it with a particular weight and quality of diamonds with a similar weight and quality, to determine

Before you buy a loose diamond it is best to have an understanding of what you are buying, so that you are able to make an informed decision. Learn about cut, clarity colour and carat weight. These qualities are what defines a diamond and are known as the 4 C’s.

A diamond certificate or grading report lists all the specifications of a loose diamond. A diamond certificate can also be called a diamond grading report or diamond dossier. The diamond certificate documents the diamond’s exact measurements and weight, as well as the details of its cut and quality. It precisely points out all the individual characteristics of the stone, inclusions and any flaws.

When shopping for loose diamonds it is extremely important that you buy a certified diamond. You should always try to compare one certified diamond of a certain weight and quality with other certified diamonds of similar weight and quality to help determine which diamond is the better value and quality.

A certified diamond provides consumers with confidence, security and increases comfort levels while making a decision on which loose diamond to purchase. Before purchasing a loose diamond, you should expect to review a copy of its diamond certificate, as this is your only guarantee of the quality and value of that diamond. Certified diamonds help provide consumer confidence.

A diamond certificate documents the characteristics of the diamonds quality; the colour, cut, clarity & carat weight of the diamond are verified by an independent company with no conflict of interest between buyer and seller.

Highly regarded Diamond Grading Laboratories grade and certify diamonds to an internationally recognized standard, and they are recognized by the national and international diamond and jewellery associations. Independent certification is essential. It provides an accurate, unbiased description of the quality of the diamond and assures you that the diamond is natural and untreated.

The true test to evaluate a diamond is to view it in person and compare it with other diamonds. Nothing beats seeing a diamond in person to determine whether it is a ‘good’ diamond to your eye or not. Diamond appreciation is a very personal thing and different people will prefer different things about different diamonds. When making your final decision and deciding on which diamond to buy all the numbers, facts and figures are meaningless if you do not like the look of the diamond.

Alot of jewellers and diamond dealers often use expressions like Hearts and Arrows, Ideal Cut, Excellent, Russian Cut, Belgium Cut and Fine Make when selling their diamonds, with the intention of portraying them as ‘better’ than others. Be wary of accepting these terms as is. They are especially dangerous when assigned to diamonds by the jeweller or diamond dealer themselves without independent third-party documentation.

DIAMOND GRADING RULES ESTABLISHED FOR LABS

Since 1975, any laboratory that wants to be recognized as a genuine gemological laboratory must follow the certification rules as laid out by CIBJO. CIBJO was formed in 1961 by several national jewelry trade organizations, in order to form an international jewelry confederation that would outline uniform rules for the grading of loose diamonds.

CIBJO, which is the acronym for the French phrase, Conf?ration International de la Bijouterie, Joaillerie, Orf?erie des Diamantes, Perles et Pierres, and which translates to International Confederation of Jewellery, Silverware, Diamonds and Stones, is the international jewellery confederation of national trade organizations.

CIBJO currently has 21 countries involved in its associations. Their rules are the basic rules of grading today, such as: using a 10x loupe for grading; that each diamond to be certified must be graded by at least three (3) professional graders; that all laboratories must be independent and impartial and cannot be involved in the buying or selling of diamonds.

There are many different diamond grading laboratories available to the diamond-buying public. Some of the more well known grading laboratories are: GIA (Gemological Institute of America), DCLA (Diamond Certification Laboratory of Australia), AGS (American Gemological Society), HRD (Hoge Raad Voor Diamant; Diamond High Council), EGL (European Gemological Institute) and the IGI (International Gemological Institute).

All diamond grading laboratories have their own methods and criteria for grading loose diamonds, however they all operate within a high set of parameters, when grading a diamond’s specifications, details and dimensions. Be aware that as each grading laboratory has its own methods, each grading laboratory also has its own expense guides for preparing a certificate and these grading laboratories differ in their standards and level of strictness.

GIA’s is probably the most well know grading laboratory in the world. DCLA & AGS are on par with GIA for grading standards. In fact, it is the AGS grading for Cut that served as an impetus for the GIA to recently include Cut grading to their grading reports. HRD out of Antwerp, Belgium is also a greatly respected name in the diamond industry. A certificate from any of these grading laboratories – GIA, DCLA, AGS, HRD – can be considered accurate, reliable and trusted. In Australia we highly recommend DCLA – Diamond Certification of Australia – as they are the only internationally recognized laboratory in Australia and is one of only five laboratories worldwide recognized as an International Diamond Council (IDC) laboratory.

Before you buy a diamond you should always, as a first priority, insist on an independent diamond grading certificate from an accredited laboratory to support any added claims about a diamond and why Diamond Imports strongly recommend diamonds that have been Certified by DCLA, GIA, HRD or AGS.

Diamond Imports sells Certified Diamonds of the highest quality which have been certified by independent diamond grading laboratories that have the strictest standards. Diamond Imports are an authorized ICD Jeweller – Independently Certified Diamonds. All ICD – Independently Certified Diamonds jewellers are committed to providing customers with diamonds examined and graded by qualified and reputable laboratories, grading to internationally recognized standards for accurate and unbiased evaluation of their diamonds. These laboratories are recognized for their procedures, technical ability and cutting edge equipment necessary to analyze, grade and certify diamonds.

It is important to keep in mind the fact that not all diamond grading laboratories are as well respected or as stringent in their grading as each other. Diamond grading laboratories should always be independent of any diamond retailers or wholesalers, to avoid any conflict of interests or bias. Diamond Certificates are only of value when they are issued by an independent accredited diamond grading laboratory. Always make certain to identify the source of the certificate or diamond grading report. If you have not heard of the laboratory, it could very well be associated in some way with the store, jeweller or diamond wholesaler itself, and so have a vested interest in aiding the sale.

A certified diamond is a diamond that has been graded, tested and examined by a team of independent fully trained gemologists who then issue a Diamond certificate for that diamond.

A diamond certificate is a blueprint of a loose diamond that has been certified.

A diamond certificate can also be called a diamond grading report or diamond dossier. The diamond certificate documents the diamond’s exact measurements and weight, as well as the details of its cut and quality. It precisely points out all the individual characteristics of the stone, inclusions and any flaws.

When shopping for loose diamonds it is extremely important that you buy a certified diamond. You can compare one certified diamond with a particular weight and quality with other certified diamonds of similar weight and quality to determine which certified loose diamond has the better value.

A diamond certificate allows you to make an informed choice when buying loose diamonds. 

A certified diamond provides consumers with confidence, security and increases comfort levels while making a decision on which loose diamond to purchase. Before purchasing a loose diamond, you should expect to review a copy of its diamond certificate, as this is your only guarantee of the quality and value of that diamond. Certified diamonds help provide consumer confidence.

A diamond certificate documents the characteristics of the diamonds quality; the colour, cut, clarity & carat weight of the diamond are verified by an independent company with no conflict of interest between buyer and seller.

The true test to evaluate a diamond is to view it in person and compare it with other diamonds. Nothing beats seeing a diamond in person to determine whether it is a ‘good’ diamond to your eye or not. Diamond appreciation is a very personal thing and different people will prefer different things about different diamonds. At the end of the day all the numbers and photos in the world mean nothing if you do not like the diamond in person.

Many jewellers and diamond dealers will use terms like Hearts and Arrows, Ideal, Excellent, Russian Cut, Belgium Cut, Fine Make and others to describe their diamonds, with the intention of portraying them as ‘better’ than others. Be wary of accepting these terms as is. They are especially dangerous when assigned to diamonds by the jeweller or diamond dealer themselves without third-party independent support.

There are many different diamond grading laboratories available to the diamond-buying public. Some of the more well known grading laboratories are: GIA (Gemological Institute of America), DCLA (Diamond Certification Laboratory of Australia), AGS (American Gemological Society), HRD (Hoge Raad Voor Diamant; Diamond High Council), EGL (European Gemological Institute) and the IGI (International Gemological Institute).

Each of these diamond grading laboratories has their own criteria and method of grading loose diamonds, but they all operate within a high set of parameters, in regards to grading a diamond’s attributes and dimensions. Be aware that as each grading laboratory has its own methods, each grading laboratory also has its own expense guides for preparing a certificate and these grading laboratories differ in their standards and level of strictness.

It is important to keep in mind the fact that not all diamond grading laboratories are as well respected or as stringent in their grading as each other. Diamond grading laboratories should always be independent of any diamond retailers or wholesalers, to avoid any conflict of interests or bias. Diamond Certificates are only of value when they are issued by an independent accredited diamond grading laboratory. Always make certain to identify the source of the certificate or diamond grading report. If you have not heard of the laboratory, it could very well be associated in some way with the store, jeweller or diamond wholesaler itself, and so have a vested interest in aiding the sale.

Before you buy a diamond you should always, as a first priority, insist on an independent diamond grading certificate from an accredited laboratory to support any added claims about a diamond.  

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