Ellis Jewelers

Ellis Jewelers’ 5C’s of Diamonds

Buying a diamond is a very personal, timeless and exciting process, the ultimate expression of love, romance, and celebration of the milestones in life.

As your jeweler, it is our goal to make you as informed as possible. Understanding the subtle differences in diamonds will make you a more educated consumer. We are eager to answer your questions about diamonds, please do not hesitate to ask us.

Cut

The arrangement of a diamond’s facets. Many people confuse cut with shape. A diamond’s cut is what gives it its fire and sparkle. When cut to good proportions, the diamond is better able to handle light, creating more sparkle and scintillation.

Carat

This is the weight of the diamond measured in carats. Fine quality can be found in diamonds of all shapes and sizes. And a fine quality diamond is a little extra weight she’d be pleased to put on. Below are some examples that show the approximate size of four diamonds.

Color

The body color of a diamond. The best color for a diamond is no color. A totally colorless diamond best allows white light to pass effortlessly through it and be dispersed as rainbows of color. Yes, there are very rare pink, blue and green diamonds. These are known as “fancies.”

Clarity

Most diamonds contain very tiny natural birthmarks known as inclusions. However, the fewer and smaller the inclusions are, the less likely it is that they will interfere with the passage of light through the diamond. Diamonds, more than any other gemstone, have the capability to produce the maximum amount of brilliance. Most jewelers have a rating system that will help you understand the clarity of your stone.

Confidence

Buying a diamond from Ellis Jewelers.