This article describes the components and operation of the laser saw and its usefulness in diamond cutting.
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Learn the basics of the GIA Cut Grading System for round brilliant cut diamonds to help pick out your perfect diamond.
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The New York lab recently examined several diamonds with an interesting variation on the cabochon.
Read MoreOver the last 25 years, the diamond-cutting industry worldwide has been revolutionised by sophisticated instruments that provide invaluable aid in the process of creating a polished gem.
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Jewellers and gemmologists use a specific set of terms to describe parts of a polished diamond. Certain measurements of the shape or proportions ultimately have an affect on the round brilliant diamond’s cut grade.
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Thinly sliced sections of large, highly included rough are emerging on the diamond market, with several US designers incorporating the slabs of unique designs and shapes into their collections.
Read MoreConsiderable confusion exists in the trade about the important differences between trademarks and patents.
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You’ve heard about the 4Cs of diamond quality (colour, clarity, cut and carat weight). But how did they become so well-known? Here’s a little diamond history.
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A new microlithography process developed to create high-resolution diffraction grating patterns on portions of certain facets can improve the dispersion of light and thus the amount of “fire” in a diamond.
Read MoreEvery GIA diamond grading report contains an assessment of a diamond’s polish and symmetry, which are contributing factors in determining the overall quality of a diamond’s finish. This guide explains each polish and symmetry feature, along with their abbreviations and the possible locations of polish features on the diamond.
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