Guide to diamonds

Diamonds Guide

Diamond, with its timeless beauty, is one of the most precious stones with which you can enrich the most important moments of your life. Eldorado Jewels offers a wide selection of diamond jewellery, as an authorised retailer of all the Brands you can find on our online store.

DIAMONDS: THE 4C

Each diamond is unique, no two are the same. However, there are parameters that help us establish its value and quality. They are the so-called 4C: cut, clarity, colour and carat. Like any diamond, lab-grown diamonds are also evaluated through these 4 criteria. Knowing them in detail through our guide will help you understand which stone is best suited to your needs.

CUT:

The cut is what gives shape and personality to the rough stone, turning it into the finished diamond. A work that is a real art, in which you have to know how to create the perfect balance between angles, proportions and symmetries. Cutting is what allows light to best reflect on the surface of the diamond: the more facetted the cut, the brighter the stone will be. The live diamonds and gemstones of the Live Diamond brand are all cut and polished by hand and are of two types, brilliant and baguette. The baguette cut, with 25 facets, has a rectangular shape: simple and tapered, it is one of the most iconic and recognisable. The brilliant round cut, with 57 facets, is the one that most enhances the lustre of the stone.

Among the most sought-after moulds of the diamonds there are the square, drop or heart. While among the most beloved, we find the round-shaped diamond, which can have 57 to 58 reflections, thus making the diamond the most sparkling jewel of all.

CLARITY:

Clarity indicates the transparency and homogeneity of a cut diamond. During its formation, both in nature and in the laboratory, imperfections invisible to the naked eye, called inclusions, are created. The less there are, the brighter the diamond will look. At the same time, inclusions are what makes each stone unique, a bit like its ID card. Live Diamond diamonds have minimum SI (Small Inclusions) purity.

COLOUR:

Diamonds have a range of different shades: from ice white, pink to yellow. The absence of colour is an important parameter for determining its value, which is measured through a scale from D to Z: D indicates the whitest white, Z the warmest shades. Live Diamond works with diamonds classified with minimum quality G and H, two shades of very pure white that allow light to refract by creating wonderful reflections.

CARAT:

The carat is the universal unit of measurement of the diamond: one carat is equivalent to about 1/5 of a gram. The weight of the diamond determines its size, therefore its diameter. Our stones have a wide range of carats, ideal to meet your needs: from the most delicate to the most important, each is perfect for celebrating your precious moments.

ELDORADO JEWELS IS A PARTNER OF LIVE DIAMOND

Live Diamond is the Italian brand of diamonds and precious stones augmented in the laboratory. Live Diamond jewellery is made from 100% recycled gold to be even more sustainable and socially responsible. Diamonds, rubies, emeralds and sapphires give life to perfect jewellery for celebrating precious moments with a special focus on respect for the environment and human rights.

Live Diamond diamonds are grown in the laboratory through a state-of-the-art process that allows to replicate natural conditions but in an accelerated and more sustainable way. Live Diamond gemstones are born from a diamond fragment or other stones, which is “cultivated” as a seed inside a greenhouse. In the laboratory we recreate the same conditions that are in nature and in which traditional stones are formed: so the fragments grow much faster than in nature. A state-of-the-art and more sustainable process because it significantly reduces the social and environmental impact that gemstone production has. This limits excavations in depth and reduces greenhouse gas emissions, water and energy consumption. The safety conditions and the rights of workers are also guaranteed in this way. The result is ecological diamonds, rubies, emeralds and sapphires with the same physical, chemical and optical properties as traditional stones: carat, colour, purity and cut remain unchanged.

CERTIFICATIONS

IGI (International Gemmological Institute), the world's largest independent gemological laboratory, certifies the quality of Live Diamond diamonds with a carat starting at 0.30 and precious stones with a carat greater than 0.65. The recycled gold that is used for Live Diamond jewellery is certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council, one of the leading authorities in the field of jewellery and watchmaking.

Recycled gold is produced from metals that are no longer in use but still have potential, all from sources certified by RJC. After being melted at high temperatures they are reintroduced into the production circuit: in this way we reduce the use of raw materials and avoid the extraction process, with all the risks involved.

Is a lab-grown diamond a real diamond?

A lab grown diamond is a full-fledged diamond. It has the same physical, chemical and optical properties as traditional diamonds because in the laboratory we can reproduce the exact same conditions that we find in nature. Its distinctive features are the same as traditional diamonds: colour, clarity, carat and cut and are certified by IGI, the International Gemological Institute.

What makes lab-grown diamonds sustainable?

Lab-grown diamonds are sustainable because they significantly reduce environmental impact and are socially responsible. The growth in the laboratory avoids deep excavations that take place in mines with a 95% reduction in water consumption, 54% in energy consumption and 96% in CO2 emissions*. The process is fully traceable and respects the human rights and safety conditions of workers.

*Average values related to the production of 1 carat lab grown compared to 1 carat extracted.

How are lab-grown diamonds produced?

The lab-grown diamonds we use for our jewellery are produced in the laboratory from a diamond fragment, through two methods. The first, HPHT, reproduces the high pressure and high temperature conditions that occur in nature over millions of years. The second, CVD, allows the diamond to grow thanks to the deposition of substances that are the basis of its molecular structure. Their combined action leads to the creation of a rough diamond exactly as it happens in nature, but in a way that is much more respectful of the environment and people's work.

Where are the diamonds we use produced?

Live Diamond diamond and gemstone production sites are located in Asia, mainly in India and Thailand, and the United States. Suppliers are required to join the Kimberly Process certification system, which supports the integrity of the diamond supply chain. We also give priority to Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) certified suppliers.

Do you know the difference between diamond and brilliant?

Many people wonder what the difference is between 'diamond' and 'bright'. The diamond represents the precious stone of extreme value, while the brilliant refers to a particular type of cut, namely the round cut. This type of cut, thanks to its specific characteristics, allows you to obtain the best lustre of the stone. To understand the real difference between diamond and brilliant, it is important to point out that any stone, such as zircon, can be cut to brilliant, but this does not make it equivalent to diamond in terms of value and rarity.

How to clean and store your diamond

To maintain beauty and value unchanged over time, it is advisable to follow a few essential precautions. To clean and store, your diamonds should be periodically washed in warm water with a common degreasing detergent, using a soft bristle toothbrush for washing. After washing, it is essential to rinse thoroughly always using the toothbrush. It is a good practice to store diamonds inside their original containers. If this is not possible, it is recommended to keep them separately, preventing them from coming into contact with each other. These simple cares will ensure better preservation of your diamonds over time. Regardless of size, a jewel is an investment in memories and durability, as happiness is inherently linked to our precious moments.

Thanks to our diamond guide you will now be able to choose the perfect diamond for your special occasions and add a touch of timeless luxury to the most precious moments of your life. Remember that choosing a diamond is a personal decision, and a diamond with features that reflect your style and personality will always be the best for you.

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