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Diamond Certification
You may be certain that you’re obtaining a high-quality diamond that has been impartially and properly rated by independent certification. The Gemological Institute of America (GIA), one of the most reputable and precise laboratories in the diamond industry, evaluates and grades the quality of each and every loose diamond sold by Neptunes Blvd. All Astor by Neptunes Blvd diamonds also has their light performance verified by Gcal or GemEx.If you are purchasing a diamond from Astor by Neptunes Blvd, be sure to study its digital Diamond Grading Report or digital Diamond Dossier as well as the Visual Performance certificate to confirm the diamond’s quality. Each product page for a diamond from Neptunes Blvd. offers these. It’s also a good idea to be aware that any custom-made jewelry you purchase from Neptunes Blvd includes an evaluation that details the item’s retail replacement value for insurance purposes.
The Distinction Between Diamond Dossiers® And Diamond Grading Reports
A diamond purchase may rank among your lifetime’s largest purchases, along with owning a home. That is why diamond grading, also known as certification, is crucial. The Diamond Grading Report and the Diamond Dossier® are the two primary reports produced by the GIA. To be more ecologically responsible, they are both offered online and can be found on the Diamond’s Neptunes Blvd product page. And although they are similar, there are significant differences.
- Many people view a diamond’s grading report as its blueprint. The report provides exact measurements and form, as well as a plot or map of the specific diamond’s qualities, starting with the 4Cs: cut, clarity, color, and carat. Additionally, the digital diamond grading report will mention significant details other than the clarity grade, such as whether the diamond has a girdle inscription.
- The plotted diagram is absent from the Diamond Dossier®, which provides the same grading details as the diamond grading report. The laser inscription number on the diamond’s girdle is also included in this digital dossier as further proof of authenticity.
Examine a GIA report example
Understand the format and orientation of a GIA Diamond Grading Report. On the Neptunes Blvd website, a GIA grading report may be downloaded in addition to being available on the product page for each loose diamond. The mapping of the stone’s dimensions, the 4Cs, and the calculated figure are all noteworthy. On every loose diamond’s product page on the Neptunes Blvd website, there is a GIA grading report.
Is Getting A Diamond Grading Report Important When You Buy A Diamond?
Because of how significant it is, your diamond certification is often known as the fifth C. You can: with diamonds that have GIA grading reports;
- Verify the diamond’s quality.
- assist with ownership verification for repairs or insurance
- Become practical if you want to sell a diamond again.
A GIA diamond grading report is included with each Neptunes Boulevard diamond.
As previously mentioned, the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has examined and graded each loose diamond offered by Neptunes Blvd. This non-profit laboratory has been among the most reputable in the diamond sector since 1931, establishing the benchmarks for unbiased quality review and instruction.
The U.S. Federal Government formally enables jewelers to deviate by one grade in both color and clarity. Although it may seem like a small error margin, it could result in you having to pay hundreds or even thousands of dollars more for your stone. Without a GIA report, never purchase a diamond.
Are Diamonds Graded the Same Way by All Laboratories?
Absolutely not. While Neptunes Bvld complies with GIA standards, different organizations may have different diamond grading procedures, systems, and nomenclature. The American Gem Society (AGS), European Gemological Laboratory (EGL), International Gemological Institute (IGI), and Hoge Raad voor Diamant (HRD) are additional laboratories in addition to the GIA.
Information on Diamond Documentation
- Diamond Grading Report from GIA
- Diamond Dossier by GIA
- Diamond Light Performance Certificate from GemEx
- Appraisal of Neptunes Boulevard
If you are interested in a diamond and a certificate is not available for viewing on the site, simply contact a diamond and jewelry consultant at [email protected] or 888-993-4759.
Combining Diamond-Quality with All of It
We have a huge selection of the best cut diamonds in the world since we are the largest online diamond vendor. Pre-selected for outstanding quality, our diamonds have been graded for cut, color, and clarity according to the 4Cs.
The interactions between the distinct 4Cs of a diamond can change how a stone looks overall. For instance, if the color grading of a diamond is L or M, it could not seem as bright. Due to enhanced light reflection, a well-cut stone may look bigger than a diamond of the same carat weight.
Our loose diamonds’ 4Cs are assessed using a uniform grading system. Each loose diamond comes with a grading report from one of three independent diamond grading labs: GIA, AGSL, or GemEx. These labs have strict grading and certification standards to evaluate diamond quality.
Fancy Shapes and the Diamond Four Cs
There are several more diamond forms than the round brilliant, which is the most common. We have nine distinct fancy-shaped diamonds that each have their own unique personality. These diamonds, sometimes referred to as fancy-cut stones, are still ranked according to their cut, color, clarity, and carat weight.
For fancy cuts, the 4Cs of diamonds might behave a bit differently. In fancy-shape diamonds, Cs like clarity and carat can be more forgiving. These diamonds might seem bigger on larger tables, maximizing a lesser carat weight. In more specialized cuts, inclusions that are a concern for round diamonds may be concealed or completely eliminated. The 4Cs of fancy-shaped diamonds are likewise distinctive in terms of clarity, with each stone’s unique faceting.
Brilliant Diamonds
While one of the four Cs for determining how colorless a stone is, is diamond color, there are some stones where colorful hues are deliberate and even prized. Diamonds may be purchased in a variety of colors, including yellow, pink, green, blue, and even brown. For fancy color diamonds, color is determined by the stone’s hue, intensity, overtones, and saturation rather than by how colorless it is. The three Cs of cut, clarity, and carat weight are still crucial when buying colored diamonds.
Purchase A Diamond
There are various possibilities available because there are so many gems for sale. It doesn’t have to feel like a guessing game when purchasing a diamond. The purchasing process may be made easier by learning a little bit about the 4Cs, diamond quality, and how these factors affect diamond price.
Although every purchase is different, there are a few fundamental steps you can anticipate taking as you search for the ideal diamond.
Step 1: Discover the Four Cs
The first step in purchasing a diamond is understanding the 4Cs of diamonds. When you begin browsing stones, this will assist you in understanding which characteristics are most crucial.
Step 2: Establish a Budget
You can choose your budget if you are aware of the four Cs of diamond quality. We provide breathtakingly beautiful diamonds at various pricing points.
Step 3: Choose the Cs that are most crucial.
Finding a diamond with the ideal balance of cut, color, clarity, and carat for a certain stone shape and jewelry setting is key to staying within your budget. For instance, you can choose a smaller-carat stone with a high clarity grade if you want to maximize diamond cut while staying within your price range. If increasing the carat size is your first priority, you could select a stone with a lesser clarity rating.
step 4: Select a Reputable Jeweler
We take great pride in being the top jeweler for online diamond jewelry purchases. To discover the ideal diamond, browse our selection online or go to your neighborhood Neptunes Blvd jewelry store. Our diamonds come with GIA, AGSL, or GemEx grading reports for extra peace of mind when making your purchase.
Step 5: Discover Your Fit
Your priorities for your diamond’s attributes are based on your knowledge of the 4Cs, your budget, and the jeweler you’ve chosen. It’s now time to choose the ideal diamond for an engagement ring, a pair of earrings, or any other jewelry requirement. The enjoyable part is now! Discover the ideal diamond to add to a setting or buy on its own by perusing our impressive collection.
FAQs for the Diamond Buying Guide
Which diamond grade is best?
The best stones now on the market are our Astor diamonds. The brightness of these gems is unsurpassed.
Which of the diamond’s 4Cs is the most crucial?
The most significant one of the 4Cs gets cut. The brightness of the diamond is a result of its cut. The diamond cut with the greatest brilliance is one that is symmetrical and proportional.
Which of the four Cs of diamonds is least significant?
The fourth C, clarity, is seen to be the least crucial. This is due to the fact that many flaws are challenging to perceive with the naked eye.
What effect do the 4Cs have on a diamond’s cost?
A diamond will cost more money the greater it’s quality. Since every stone is different, it can be challenging to see many less-than-perfect grades in some of the 4 Cs. As an illustration, stones with lower clarity ratings could nonetheless be eye-clean. Because each diamond is different, you can choose a stone with lower 4Cs scores and still enjoy a breathtakingly beautiful diamond.
