Diamond CharacteristicsThere are four fundamental characteristics that define the value of a diamond; cut, colour, clarity and carat weight. Often these diamond characteristics are referred to as the 4 C’s (four C’s). The only diamond characteristic man has any control over is cut. Colour, clarity and carat weight were all determined by nature when the diamond was formed beneath the earth’s surface millions of years ago. For a brief definition of each diamond characteristic click on the links below:
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