Choosing the right pair of diamond stud earrings can be overwhelming, if you do not know where to start. I suggest starting with the 4C's; color, clarity, cut and carat weight, which are the universal standards set by GIA, the foremost authority in the gemology world today. This is where I went to gemology school and what a fantastic learning experience for me. Living in Southern California while at GIA wasn't so bad either.
Diamond colors range from D to Z, the beginning of the scale is D - F, which is colorless and the latter end of the scale X - Z you will notice a yellow or brownish color. G - H in color, known as nearly colorless shows up beautiful with the right cut and clarity. So, no reason to purchase D - F as you can save a significant amount of money with a G - H, getting a bright nearly colorless white diamond with the right cut and clarity to compliment.
Clarity also known as inclusion or blemishes known as the fingerprint of your diamond. An example would be a pinpoint, cloud, feather or crystal are some examples. Being lower on the clarity scale, slightly included (SI1 or SI2) or Included (I1 or I2) can be a good value and give you the opportunity to spend more on the cut and carat weight. The only way someone will see the inclusions on a diamond earring is if they look with a 10 powered jeweler's loupe and most likely that won't happen.
Cut is a crucial part of the equation in purchasing the right diamond studs because a poor cut will lack brightness even if the color is good, fire and scintillation. The diamonds will look dull and have no life. On the GIA grading scale look for excellent and very good with cut, polish and symmetry.
Carat weight is the size of the diamond. One to two carats total weight is great for everyday and will be noticeable to make a statement. Of course, you can always go bigger if that's in your budget and this is not her first pair. Then, the sky's the limit!!!
Another thing to consider if you would like to make the diamond studs look larger than you can afford, add a halo giving the diamond center stone a larger look. Diamond studs are perfect for every occasion, from the office, afternoon lunch or a sophisticated evening affair. You won't be sorry and she will most likely love the thoughtful gesture of remembering in difficult times you special event!
Please see examples below of what we have in stock at Provident Jewelry and contact me with any questions as I would love to assist you.
PN32063 ~ Platinum Setting 3.60 TCW
PN31861 ~ 18k WG 2.01 TCW
NN22128 ~ Center .72cts with Halo .39cts
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