1. Carat—It is not a size, but heavy business
Carat in diamond does not mean size; it means weight. The value of one carat is 200 milligrams. A bigger carat generally signifies a larger stone, yet proportions as well as cut also have an impact on the extent to which it looks big. The perfect combination of carat weight and value is possible with the AI-driven Price Scoring technology available at Rare Carat, so you will not exaggerate on the price just because of a number.
2. Cut—The Sparkle Factor
The quality of sparkle in a diamond is called cut. It also has proportions, symmetry, and polish. The grades will be excellent to poor. A well-cut diamond can be very bright in carat and clarity. The services of our expert gemologist will serve to confirm that you can still be offered the best cut quality even when you are shopping on a budget.
3. Clarity—How “Clean” Your Diamond Is
Clarity means that there are internal (inclusions) or external (blemishes) imperfections. The grades include Flawless (FL) or Included (I3). Eye-clean VS1-VS2 or SI1 is the favorite choice of most people. Through the Rare Carat portal, comparing over a million vetted diamonds is simple, and this can assist you in locating clarity that not only looks good but is also affordable.
4. Less Is More (Yellow) Color
Color in diamonds defines the level of colorlessness of a white diamond, with grading represented by the letters D (colorless) through Z (light yellow or brown). The range of G-J happens to be bought by most buyers to achieve near-colorless beauty without having to pay high prices. Rare Carat enables you to choose a color grade that fits your style and budget with machine-learning grading and open listings.
5. Fluorescence The Glow Factor
The fluorescence causes some diamonds to shine when exposed to UV light. Fluorescence that is mild will usually not affect the appearance, but very strong blue fluorescence may lead to a diamond that looks hazy. The free expert reviews provided by Rare Carat will assist you in deciphering how this factor influences the appearance and price of every stone that you are considering.
6. Table Your Top Face of Diamond
The huge, flat plate on top of the diamond is called the table. The size (in percent of the whole width) influences the entry of light to the stone. Good proportions of a table contribute to a brilliancy. Rare Carat allows easy comparison of diamonds side by side, and technical specs are easily visible in order to be fully aware of what you are buying.
7. Girdle The Outer Edge: the Edge That Saves it All
The outer edge of the diamond between the crown (top) and pavilion (bottom) is called the girdle. It is either thin, thick, or good. Too thin = too weak. Too heavy = heavy and no additional visual quality. The Rare Carat is a service that offers certified grading reports and AI-based scoring of estimates so that you do not miss such details.
8. Pavilion Where Light Gets Its Magic
The pavilion is the bottom of the diamond, and its depth plays a role in the reflection of the top back. Make it too shallow or too deep, and the diamond becomes dull-looking. Artificial intelligence tools provided by Rare Carat review these proportions and warn about poor performers so that you do not have to guess.
9. Culet: to point or not to point
The culet is the small point (or facet) at the base of the pavilion. A pointed culet is the best since a big one might appear as a black point. With such fine details as these, which are nonetheless key when evaluating your options, Rare Carat will help you with its insights supported by professional advisors.
10. Certification Brand—The Birth Certificate: Your Diamond Small Booklet in That Certificate Is Your Birth Certificate
It is checked by a diamond certificate (which some labs perform, e.g., GIA or IGI), and it includes its cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. Online, always go with certified diamonds. Only certified suppliers who have been vetted will enable Rare Carat to list their diamonds, and all are certified by GIA or IGI, with free insured shipping and 30-day money-back guarantees to deliver complete confidence.
Final Thought
There is no need to make diamond shopping a matter of language exams. This dictionary, along with our full-service assistance, free resizing, and 4.9 ★ Trustpilot rating, makes difficult-to-understand jargon translate to wise purchases. Time to spend a little more wisely, time to shine a little bit brighter—shop smarter, sparkle brighter.
