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Diamond Dictionary

When you enter the world of diamonds be prepared to be faced with an entirely new vocabulary. It isn’t as simple as the 4 C’s of carat, cut, color, and clarity! There is a lot more to detail and specific nuances to every single diamond than those 4 main characteristics. In this post we’ll give you the rundown on words used in regards to diamonds that are not as commonly understood but will really help you sound liked a seasoned professional! Continue reading

Diamond Dictionary: Spread

Diamond word of the day is SPREAD.  In this case it has nothing to do with food or the betting line on a football game.  In diamond terms it refers to the face up appearance of a stone, and one that you would call “spready” or having a good spread would appear larger than its actual carat weight might normally dictate. Continue reading