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Diamonds 4C's Ultimate Guide

In this article, our top gemmologist offers his thoughts and tips on the 4Cs, which are essential for today’s savvy buyers to make the right purchase. We hope you will enjoy reading this short guide and that it will shine some light on how to choose your perfect diamond.

Carat

Definitely the most important!
There are many reasons why “Carat” takes the top spot out of the 4Cs. 

  1. It is the size of the diamond that first catches your attention.

  2. The first question all her friends will ask her is, “What is the size of your diamond?”

  3. Among the 4Cs, it makes the most significant difference in price.

Tip 1: Make the most of your budget by going as big as you can afford. There will never be a time when you regret purchasing a large diamond. However, you will regret choosing one that is too small. 

Tip 2: About 20% of our diamond sales are from couples who are upgrading their previous diamond rings. The advantage of getting a bigger diamond initially is that you will not have to worry about upgrading in the future. 

Clarity

The majority of the time, clarity cannot be seen with the naked eye. 

Tip 1. Ideally, you should select a diamond with a clarity of “IF” to “SI1” and go as big as your budget allows it. On the other hand, grades of “VS2” and above are recommended for diamonds over 1.50ct. With the exception of an Emerald Cut, all shapes are covered by this rule.

Tip 2. Our recommendation for an Emerald cut is a clarity grade of “IF” to “VS2” and go as big as your budget allows it. However if going for 2.00CT and above go for minimum VS1.

Clarity

Colour

Colour is the second most important consideration because it can be seen by the naked eye. If your budget allows, try to get a G or higher colour.

The D-F range consists of very white colourless diamonds. From G to J, the colours are nearly colourless. From K and below, the colour becomes slightly yellow. As the colour grade decreases, it will become more yellow and more noticeable.

Tip 1: For those looking for a cheaper diamond or a bigger diamond within their budget, H colour is a great option.

Tip 2: If your engagement ring is entirely made of yellow gold, you can easily go down to an I (India) colour since the yellow will bring out the white in the diamond, making it look like about a G colour because of the contrast.

Cut

“Cut” can be considered one of the most controversial elements of the 4Cs. This is due to the fact that some argue that it is the most important, although this is highly debatable. What’s the reason for its last position on this list?

Considering the fact that most people will not be able to see the difference in “Cut,” our gemmologist decided to place it in this guide as the least important out of all the 4Cs. Unless you are trained specifically in this matter, you cannot tell the difference between diamond cuts. In fact, we don’t think even jewellery store salespeople can tell the difference.

In terms of importance, the “CUT” is the least important of the four Cs but is nevertheless generally overstated by many.

Tip 1: Opt for “Ideal” and “Excellent” cuts if your budget allows. 

Tip 2: If you are on a tight budget, you can go down to “Very Good,” but don’t go any lower.

Novita Diamonds Guidance:

Following the above guidelines will guarantee you a diamond ring in Malaysia that is the perfect size, white, without apparent inclusions, and with an excellent cut. The combination of all of these characteristics will ensure that you get a  lab grown diamond that will be the envy of everyone who sees it.

By clicking on the 'AVAILABLE IN SHOWROOM' tab and checking the 'SHOWROOM' column, you can further filter the available diamonds to show only the ones located in our showroom.

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FAQ'S

• Are lab grown diamonds real?

There is no doubt that they are real diamonds. They are created using the same chemical and physical processes that happen naturally inside the earth but are grown in a controlled laboratory environment where a starter seed of diamond crystal gradually becomes bigger as more and more carbon atoms are deposited on it. Scientifically, lab made diamonds are exactly the same as natural diamonds chemically, physically, and optically. They are therefore considered to be real diamonds. The two leading authorities on diamonds, coloured stones, and pearls, IGI and GIA, both grade lab grown diamonds using the same scale and methodologies used on mined diamonds. If you would like more information, please visit our about lab diamonds page.

• How much cheaper are lab diamonds?

Diamonds grown in laboratories always cost significantly less than diamonds mined from the earth. The exact price difference will depend on various factors such as the size, quality, and specific type of diamond, but on average,  man made diamonds in Australia  are around 75% cheaper than natural diamonds. This is because the cost of producing rough lab grown diamonds is much lower than the cost of mining and extracting rough natural diamonds from the earth. In contrast, to become retail-ready, a rough diamond must go through all the same processes, including cutting, polishing, and certification, whether it comes from a mine or a lab. For example, on the massive savings you can take advantage of, a mined diamond costs $10,000, while an equivalent lab diamond costs $2,500.

• Do lab diamonds test as diamonds?

There is no difference between lab grown diamonds and mined diamonds; the same methods are used to test both diamonds as they are for natural diamonds. Both stones are chemically, physically, and optically identical, so they will exhibit the same properties and characteristics when tested. Among these are hardness, refractive index, thermal conductivity, and other unique characteristics of diamonds, whether they are mined or man made.

• Do man made diamonds have inclusions?

Inclusions are also present in most lab grown diamonds, just as they are in natural diamonds. Inclusions are natural imperfections that are found within diamonds, and they can occur in both lab and natural diamonds. Inclusions can take many forms, such as tiny bubbles or carbon deposits trapped inside the diamond as it formed. Just like natural diamonds, most diamonds created in labs have flaws, and only very few become flawless. For more information about diamond clarity, check out our 4Cs guide.

• Can I insure lab grown diamond rings?

You can insure lab grown diamond rings easily; lab diamonds are treated like mined diamonds, so they can be insured the same as mined diamonds. You can purchase insurance through your specialized jewellery insurance policy. Your insurance policy will typically cover the cost of replacing or repairing your ring if it is lost, stolen, or damaged. Understand what is covered and what is not by your insurance policy by reading its terms carefully.