choosing diamond quality June 28, 2017 Eye Clean SI2'sThere are few things in the world that are better than a perfectly eye clean SI2 clarity diamond. SI2 clarity is typically the lowest clarity grade we will recommend to clients since in most circumstances entering into the included or "I" clarity range means that you WILL be able to easily detect imperfections with your eye without magnification. The SI clarity range still means you need to look closely to pick up on imperfections. However, we find that not all SI2 clarity diamonds are created equally. Majority of SI2 clarity diamonds have obvious imperfections and inclusions that can be seen without trying to see them. In this post we are going to go into detail on a few eye clean SI2 clarity diamonds and give you some insight on to what makes them eye clean. Follow along with video and read the comments below Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged si2 clarity diamond, eye clean diamond, choosing diamond quality, engagement ring shopping, ring shopping, diamond clarity, diamond quality, diamond advice on June 28, 2017 by admin. August 24, 2016 Finding Your Sweet Spot for Diamond Size and QualityA question we get asked often is what color, clarity and cut is the best? The truth is that there is not just one right answer. Not only will the answer be different for every diamond shape, it will also vary based on someone's personal opinion and the way you perceive diamond quality to your eye. The main goal for your diamond is to maximize your budget. Maximizing your budget entails balancing the size, color, cut, clarity, and shape to be the best it can be without over spending. In general we don't believe you should work in extremes by focusing on just one category and over-sacrificing on another. Here are a few tips we suggest for you to aid you in the diamond selection process: Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged color clarity, what is better color or clarity, choosing the best diamond, choosing your diamond quality, diamond four c's, diamond quality tips, engagement ring quality, choosing diamond quality, diamond color on August 24, 2016 by admin. October 20, 2015 Important tips when selecting diamond quality for each shape The biggest dilemma that many of our customers face is choosing a diamond shape! Each of the different diamond cuts offer something different and can totally change the look and feel of a ring style. Once you choose the shape it is time to start considering different quality/size combinations that will work best for the cut you have selected and your target price range. Depending on whether you are going for size, quality, or both, there are many tricks that go along with each shape and I’m going to share them with you in the following post. Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged how to choose diamond quality, engagement ring quality, diamond cut quality, choosing diamond quality, diamond shapes, loose diamond, diamonds on October 20, 2015 by admin. 3 Item(s)