Tips for buying diamonds

Van Halem & Cabri Diamonds - Tips for buying diamonds

Cut: The cut gives the diamond its unique and individual style. A diamond with a quality cut reflects the light better, is more brilliant and has more luster. The cut should be rated „very good“ or „good“ at least.

Carat: Marks the weight and the size of the diamond. There are standard sizes such as quarter, third, half and one carat.

Colour: The colour is the most personal of all criterions. But irrespective of personal liking, the whiter a diamond, the higher the value.

 

Clarity: Most diamonds got microscopic inclusions by nature. The clarity defines the value of the diamond, because flawless stone are extremely rare.

When in doubt – always choose the better quality ! Classics are flawless white stones made as brillant cut. For your own security buy diamonds with certificates issued by worldwide accepted and neutral institutes such as GIA, HRD, IGI. Get our advice – as merchants with longstanding business experience we could prove our trustability and competence serving innumerable satisfied customers.

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