Arhan Gold & Diamonds - Collection

Diamond polish influences how well light is able to pass through a diamond. It is a very important attribute in determining a diamond's overall brilliance. When choosing a diamond, it is best to pick one that is laboratory certified with good, very good or excellent polish. Diamonds with poor polish are significantly less brilliant because they have microscopic polish lines that blur the surface of the stone—this also reduces the amount of light that enters or exits the diamond. Be aware that many diamonds have a poor polish because some diamond cutters reduce their costs by not spending sufficient time to properly polish a diamond.

Polish is graded the same that way symmetry is graded. On a GIA report, the grades are Excellent, Very Good, Good, Fair or Poor. The same applies for AGS and IGI reports, which also include ideal in their

• EX or E Excellent, Flawless at 10X magnification
• VG or VGD Very Good, Extremely difficult to locate under 10X magnification
• GD, GO, G Good, Very difficult to see under 10X magnification
• F, FR, FA Fair, Noticeable under 10X magnification
• PR, PO, P Poor, Easy to see under 10X magnification / Visible to unaided eye
• VP, VE Very Poor, Relatively easy to see with the unaided eye
• EX or EP Extremely Poor, Obvious to see with unaided eye

The weight of a diamond is measured in “Carat”. The carat of a diamond denotes its size.

The word “carat” has been derived from the word the carob seeds which people used in to weigh their balance scales. The short form of carat is “CT” and “TCW” stands for total carat weight.

A carat includes 100 'points’ and a Jeweler defines the weight of a diamond below a carat by its “points”. Supposedly, if a diamond weighs 0.40 carats it is thereby declared as a “forty pointer".

But, the difference between “carat” and “karat” is to be noted and shouldn't be confused at all, as “carat” denotes the weight of a diamond and “karat” denotes the weight of gold

Two diamonds of equal carat weight might differ due to the difference in cut, clarity and color. Interestingly, when the carat size of a diamond increases, its price also increases at a growing rate.

• A diamond’s cut and diamond’s shape is different from each other. A diamond’s “cut” refers to the facets which decides the brilliance of it while “shape” is the physical form or structure of a diamond


• As, the size of the diamond increases, so does the brilliance and sparkle along with the price.


• The setting of the diamond must be chosen carefully to hold the carat weight and shape of the diamond.


• Before buying a diamond, study of the “4 C’s“ is a must to get the basic knowledge about the diamond.


• It is not recommended to buy a diamond without certification.


• Do keep the diamonds or diamond jewelry safe in a box wrapped in cotton or any cloth , as constant rubbing of the diamond against each other might result in scratch or wear and tear.


• Harsh chemicals should be avoided while wearing diamonds. Most of the cleaning fluids contain chlorine which can cause serious damage to diamonds.


• While engaging in household chores, diamonds or diamonds jewelry should not be exposed to cleaning, washing or lifting heavy objects which may certainly create cracks or blemishes in the diamond.

Of all the 4 C’s “Clarity” is one of the most easiest characteristic of a diamond. When the diamonds are formed deep inside the earth, due to the pressure certain natural marks are spotted on it known as inclusions and blemishes. The clarity of a diamond is based on its inclusions and blemishes.

Inclusions:- The inclusions of a diamond are the inner flaws. Inclusions of a diamond includes un-crystalized carbon, tiny cracks, bubbles and spots which affects the brilliance and quality of the diamond.

Blemishes:- The blemishes are the external flaws. Blemishes of a diamond are exterior irregularities accumulated on the surface of a diamond. Both inclusions and blemishes are not easily visible to the naked eye.

According to G.I.A. Clarity scale, diamond clarity is based on grades that starts from Flawless (FL) to Included (I3).

Flawless ( FL) : No inclusions or blemishes are found or detected under 10x magnification. These diamond are rare and quite expensive.

Flawless ( FL) : No inclusions or blemishes are found or detected under 10x magnification. These diamond are rare and quite expensive.

Internally Flawless (IF) Inclusions are not detected but blemishes are found under 10x magnification. These diamond are not very rare but expensive.

Very Very Slightly Included (VVS1/VVS2): Inclusions are difficult to be detected, mostly invincible under 10x magnification.

Very Slightly Included (VS1/VS2): Though inclusions and blemishes are visible under 10x magnification, that necessarily does not affect he diamond’s beauty.

Included (I1/I2/I3) Inclusions and blemishes are both obviously visible under 10x magnification and also to the naked eye which compromises the quality and brilliance of the diamond.

According to gemologists, cut is the main aspect of a diamond. A cut of a diamond forms it’s facets, brings evenness and verifies the brilliance of a diamond. A well cut diamond allows light to penetrate and pass through it thereby reflecting much light and making it more sparkling.The more the cut is brilliant the more luminous is the diamond.The beauty of a diamond is solely dependent on the cut. In order to understand the cut of a diamond, first the concept of brilliance, fire and scintillation should be clear.

What is Brilliance, Fire and Scintillation?

Brilliance, fire and scintillation are the sole attributes of the cut of a diamond that contributes to its fiery sparkle.The primary factors makes a vast difference altogether in a diamond.

Brilliance - The brilliance factor affects the brightness of the diamond. The white light that enters into the diamond and reflects or bounces back from the outer surface of the diamond is called the brilliance

Fire - The vibrant spectral color of a diamond when exposed to light is the fire factor of a diamond. When the white light reflects back from the inner surface of the diamond towards the center of the diamond the fire factor (rainbow color) settles on the top surface of the diamond.

Scintillation - The flashes of light which occurs when a diamond is moved or tilted sideways. When light passes through the diamond and reflects from the inner surface towards the center, the light which bounces back is scintillation

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According to G.I.A. Grading scale, cut of a diamond is categorized under Excellent, Very Good, Good, Fair & Poor

Excellent - Maximum fire and brilliance. Reflects nearly all of the light that enters the diamond, creating exceptional sparkle and life.

Very Good - Properly reflects most of the light that enters the diamond, producing superior fire and brilliance. Under normal lighting conditions, appears very similar to Excellent Cut

Good - Reflects a majority of the light that enters the diamond, for an above average appearance

Fair - Allows much of the light entering the diamond to escape from the sides or bottom, reducing perceived fire and brilliance

Poor - Allows most of the light entering the diamond to escape from the sides or bottom. The diamond may appear noticeably dull and lifeless, even to an untrained eye

The luminescent factor of diamond is also based on the three different types of cuts.

The three types of cut are :-

Shallow cut: Fairly transparent but with a noticeable lack of sparkle.

Ideal cut: The cut is excellent and emits the highest level of brilliance.

Deep cut: The brilliance level is a bit dull

Introduction

The shape of a Diamond refers to its physical structure as they are available in assorted shapes starting from classic round shape to a fancy.pear cut diamond. It is important to study and identify the attributes of the different shapes of a diamond to make the right choice before making a purchase. The physical structure or the form adds to the beauty or appearance of the diamond. A diamond is interestingly accessible in beautiful and striking shapes which definitely depends on the skills of the craftsmen. Shaping or cutting a diamond is considered an art as the brilliance and sparkle of the diamond is based on the cut.

Round Shapes

Most common cut and shapes of a diamond are Round Cut, Oval Shape and Cushion Cut.

Square Shapes

Most popular shapes cut and shapes of a diamond are Princess Cut, Radiant Cut, Emerald Cut and Asscher Cut

Fancy Shapes

Most fancy shapes of a diamond are Heart Shape, Marquise Shape and Pear Shape.