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Diamond appraisal vs. grading – does it matter?

If you are looking to sell your diamonds, you might have been told first to get them graded or appraised. Diamond grading is a professional service carried out by gemological labs. Evaluators or jewelers offering this service may charge for appraisals by the hour or by trying to take a percentage of your item’s final […]

How a diamond’s cut and shape affects its price

When consumers look to buy a diamond, the main thing that interests them is the size. In fact, carat weight is the biggest determinant of a diamond’s value. However, there are other factors involved in the complex mechanisms of polished diamond pricing, including cut quality and shape. Let’s take a look at the how and […]