diamond rings

Buying a diamond ring is a significant investment, and understanding the 4 Cs — Cut, Colour, Clarity and Carat — will help you get the best diamond for your budget.

Cut is the most important factor. A well-cut diamond reflects light beautifully and appears larger and more brilliant than a poorly cut stone of the same carat weight. Our diamonds are graded Excellent or Very Good cut by the GIA.

Colour is graded on a scale from D (completely colourless) to Z (noticeable yellow tint). For engagement rings, we recommend stones in the D–H range for a bright, white appearance. I–J stones offer excellent value and appear white to the naked eye when mounted in white metal.

Clarity refers to the presence of inclusions (internal) or blemishes (surface). Grades range from Flawless to Included. For the best balance of beauty and value, VS1–VS2 (Very Slightly Included) stones are ideal — any inclusions are invisible to the naked eye.

Carat is a measure of weight (1 carat = 0.2 grams), not size. Two diamonds of the same carat weight can appear very different depending on cut quality. A well-cut 0.90ct round brilliant will often appear larger than a poorly cut 1.00ct stone.