What is an “ideal cut” diamond? In order to achieve the maximum play of light, a diamond must be ideal cut. The ideal cut is a mathematical formula for cutting diamonds to precise angles and proportions to gain the optimum reflection and refraction of light. You may choose to economise on colour, clarity or size,… Read More »
The 4C’s: colour, clarity, carat-weight and the most important, cut. Colour: Diamonds range from colourless – the rarest and most valuable – to yellowish, with a spectrum of shadings in between. The only way to see the true colour of a diamond is to look at the unmounted stone through its side against a white… Read More »
Brilliance: Internal and external reflection of white light to the eye from a gemstone Carat-weight: Standard measurement for diamond size Clarity: The degree to which tiny marks of nature called inclusions are present in the diamond. Colour: Diamonds range from colourless – the rarest and most valuable – to yellowish, with a spectrum of shadings… Read More »
Lazare Diamonds have 58 facets, fashioned to precise angles and proportions to best unleash the diamond’s optical properties of sparkle, brillance and fire. Each Lazare Diamond also carries a patented laser-inscribed identification number ensuring authenticity. The number is invisible to the naked eye, but can be seen under 10 power magnification. The Paisley ring and… Read More »