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Cushion Cut Diamond: An Old And New Classic

September 9, 2015

The cushion cut diamond has a long history – it is one of the oldest diamond shapes and cutting styles – and is once again popular. In fact, it was the third most popular diamond shape in 2013 according to a survey conducted by The Knot.

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Diamond Clarity Chart: The Official GIA Diamond Clarity Scale

August 13, 2015

As you’re shopping for a diamond, you’ve already heard about the importance of the 4Cs of diamond quality (color, clarity, cut, and carat weight) and the role they play in determining a diamond’s value. You may have also come across our post on diamond color charts, and are now looking for a diamond clarity chart to help you better understand and remember the clarity grade terms used by jewelers. (more…)

Diamond Color Chart: The Official GIA Color Scale

July 8, 2015

As you’re shopping for diamonds, a diamond color chart comes in handy if you’re trying to understand the subtle color differences of D-to-Z diamonds. A simple online search for “diamond color chart” delivers a host of different graphics showing the relationship between diamond color and the respective color grade. The one thing nearly all these diamond charts have in common is that they’re derived from one standard – the GIA Color Scale.

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Diamonds on Location – Canada

July 6, 2015

Finding diamonds in Canada was a decades-long treasure hunt filled with twists and turns worthy of a detective novel.

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How Light Affects a Diamond’s Appearance

May 27, 2015

“Shine bright like a diamond,” is a phrase that can be understood in a variety of ways, depending on the diamond light source. In fact, there’s often a noticeable change in how a diamond appears in sunlight, in candlelight, and under artificial light. This change proves the importance of understanding how light affects a diamond’s appearance.

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GIA Diamond Grading Reports: Understanding the Diamond Clarity Plotting Diagram

May 7, 2015

You probably already know about the importance of a diamond’s 4Cs (color, clarity, cut, carat weight) in defining diamond quality and ultimately determining its value. You may also know that a diamond grading report from an independent grading laboratory like GIA is your best way to be sure that your getting an unbiased assessment of your diamond’s quality. But in addition to the 4Cs, a diamond grading report also contains a wealth of information that tells a deeper story about your diamond. (more…)

Diamonds on Location – Lesotho

April 15, 2015

Ready for a diamond adventure?

We’re heading off to Lesotho – a landlocked Kingdom about the size of Maryland. Surrounded on all sides by South Africa, this mountainous land is the home of the Letseng diamond mine, one of five major diamond mines in the country, and the source of some of the world’s largest and finest diamonds discovered in the last decade. (more…)

How to Select a Princess Cut Diamond

March 12, 2015

If you’re searching for a diamond that has a lot of brightness and is somewhat less conventional than the standard round brilliant, a princess cut diamond might be perfect for you. (more…)

How to Select Diamond Side Stones for Engagement Rings

January 19, 2015

A diamond engagement ring is probably the most important piece of jewelry a woman will wear. Dressing up this symbol of love is something that speaks to the newly engaged and the long-time married alike. (more…)

GIA Holiday Shopping Guide: Buying the Right Diamond Shape

December 9, 2014

A diamond’s shape is often the very first consideration when selecting a piece of diamond jewelry. It’s quite clear why: each shape has its own attributes and offers a different aesthetic. Because of the wide variety of diamond shapes available, it’s important to zero in on the shape that works best for you. Today’s installment of GIA’s holiday buying guide series offer a few tips to help you pick the perfect diamond shape. (more…)

GIA Holiday Shopping Guide: Buying a Fancy Color Diamond

December 5, 2014

We all love the timeless, classic appeal of colorless diamonds. But there’s nothing wrong with spicing up a jewelry collection with punches of color. There’s no better time than the holidays to indulge in a jewelry gift (for her, for him, for yourself) that not only celebrates the season with color, but is also an everlasting treasure to be worn and admired year round. If you’re looking for an ultimate diamond gift with a big “swoon factor” – think fancy color diamonds during this holiday shopping season. (more…)

GIA Holiday Shopping Guide: 5 Things to Remember When Buying A Diamond

December 2, 2014

The to-do list around the holiday season seems endless! You’re busy attending events, hanging holiday decorations, sending cards…and then, you still have to find time to buy gifts! If your holiday shopping list includes a diamond or piece of diamond jewelry, GIA can help.

Here are 5 easy tips to help you choose the perfect diamond gift.

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GIA 4Cs Diamond Blog

GIA 4Cs Diamond Blog

Cushion Cut Diamond: An Old And New Classic

Diamond Clarity Chart: The Official GIA Diamond Clarity Scale

Diamond Color Chart: The Official GIA Color Scale

Diamonds on Location – Canada

How Light Affects a Diamond’s Appearance

GIA Diamond Grading Reports: Understanding the Diamond Clarity Plotting Diagram

Diamonds on Location – Lesotho

How to Select a Princess Cut Diamond

How to Select Diamond Side Stones for Engagement Rings

GIA Holiday Shopping Guide: Buying the Right Diamond Shape

GIA Holiday Shopping Guide: Buying a Fancy Color Diamond

GIA Holiday Shopping Guide: 5 Things to Remember When Buying A Diamond

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