~ Diamond Terminology from A to Z ~
There are thousands of terms being used in today's jewelry industry. Some common knowledge, others are obscure and baffling. We've created a database of terminology from A to Z to make it easy, and of course if you still have questions, please do not hesitate to send us an email or give us a call.
Quality
The quality of a diamond has everything to do with the 4C's. Color, Cut, Clarity, and Carat combined.
Quartz
A hard white or colorless mineral consisting of silicon dioxide, found widely in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks. It is often colored by impurities, as in amethyst, citrine, and cairngorm.
Quartzite
An extremely compact, hard, granular rock consisting essentially of quartz. It often occurs as solidified sandstone, as in sarsen stones.
Queen Mary
Queen Mary of London was seen in almost every one of her portraits wearing multitudes of diamonds and gems. One of the largest diamonds in the world is actually set in her crown. The diamond is called the Cullinan III. It's a pear-shaped diamond weighing 94.40 carats, and it can also be worn with the Cullinan IV as a pendant brooch. The Cullinan IV is a 63.60 carat cushion diamond. These are just a small portion of the Queens diamond and gem collection.
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Both Types Of Diamonds Can Be Equally Beautiful
Blooming Beauty Ring offers both lab grown and earth mined center diamonds. We are not here to push you toward either one. Our goal is to explain the honest advantages and disadvantages of each so you can choose the diamond that is best for you.
The first thing to understand is that both are real diamonds. Both can be equally beautiful, both will last forever, and nobody can tell which one she is wearing simply by looking at her ring.
Lab Grown Diamonds
- Cost substantially less than comparable earth mined diamonds.
- May allow you to choose a much larger diamond, a higher quality diamond, spend less money, or all of the above.
- Are created by people using specialized equipment over a period of days or weeks.
- Do not have the geological rarity of a natural diamond and generally have a weaker resale market.
Earth Mined Diamonds
- Were formed by Mother Nature deep within the Earth, usually billions of years ago.
- Offer natural rarity, ancient history and the tradition many people associate with diamond jewelry.
- Have a more established resale market.
- Cost substantially more, which means the same budget will usually buy a smaller diamond, lower quality grades or both.
Most diamonds of either type should not be considered a financial investment. The better choice is the one that fits your preferences, priorities and budget.