Diamond Facts: The Four Cs

The four c's refer to the cut, clarity, colour, and carat or weight of diamonds. Each of the four are very important.

Cut

The cut refers to those parts of the diamond which determine its reflective properties.

Diamonds that are poorly cut do not return the light that enters, leaving both their beauty and their value diminished. If the cut is poor, the quality of the other three Cs cannot save a diamond's value.

Color

The coloring of a diamond is another of the factors that determine its price. Other than white, or colorless, there are several different colors of diamonds. These can include orange, blue, yellow, green, red, brown, and the very rare pink and light blue. White (colorless) diamonds are the most popular.