A diamond’s Color grade refers to the presence or lack of tint in the diamond. Generally referring to a yellow tint.
Cut
The Cut is the most objective and scientific measurement of a diamond’s proportions, arrangement and alignment of the facets, and quality of the polish. In an ideally cut stone, the light entering the diamond reflects and refracts creating the fire, brilliance, and scintillation (“sparkle”) in the stone. The Cut is a result of the artistry and craftsmanship of the diamond cutter, to maximize the return of light.
Diamond Cut Chart
Propotion
How the size and angles relate to the different parts of the stone.
Symmetry
How precisely the various facets of a diamond align and intersect.
Polish
The details and placement of the facet shapes as well as the outside finish of the diamond.