{"id":16965,"date":"2023-04-17T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-04-17T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.jewelry-secrets.com\/Blog\/?p=16965"},"modified":"2023-04-17T10:27:33","modified_gmt":"2023-04-17T14:27:33","slug":"diamond-iq-test","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jewelry-secrets.com\/Blog\/diamond-iq-test\/","title":{"rendered":"DIAMOND IQ TEST"},"content":{"rendered":"
\"diamond<\/div>\n

Diamond Smart?<\/h2>\n

\nWe’ll see about that<\/strong>…<\/p>\n

\nBecause this is a TEST!<\/strong> A fun test<\/strong> at that…<\/p>\n

\nFor it’s all about DIAMONDS!<\/strong> My favorite subject.<\/p>\n

Everything you can imagine:<\/h2>\n

\nCut<\/strong>, Color, Clarity<\/strong>, Carat Weight, Certification<\/strong>, Fluorescence, Symmetry<\/strong>, Shapes, Engagement Rings<\/strong> and more<\/strong>…<\/p>\n

\nFor the more<\/strong> you know about diamonds, the better off you are<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\nIt will help you choose <\/strong>between stones. Help you know what’s good and what’s bad<\/strong>… It will also help you SAVE MONEY<\/strong>, and keep from getting ripped off!<\/strong><\/p>\n

\nAnd it all stems from knowledge!<\/strong><\/p>\n

For with knowledge, comes DIAMOND POWER!<\/h2>\n

\nOkay, I made that up… But I also made up these 50 questions below, all true or false!<\/strong>…<\/p>\n

\n(So you have a 50\/50 change<\/strong> of getting them right!)<\/p>\n

\nGrab a pen and paper<\/strong>, scribble your answers <\/strong>down…<\/p>\n

\nSee how you did at the end of the QUIZ<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

\nAnd with that…<\/strong><\/p>\n

Let the Diamond IQ Test begin:<\/h2>\n

\nTrue or False???<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Question 1) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nBlue-White Diamonds are Graded A, B, and C<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 2) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nA Yellow Diamond looks even MORE Yellow<\/strong> in a Yellow Gold Mounting?<\/p>\n

Question 3) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nRound Diamonds are always the FIRST Cutting Style<\/strong> from the Parent Rock?<\/p>\n

Question 4) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nAn “Ideal<\/strong>” Diamond Cut is the BEST <\/strong>Cut you can get?<\/p>\n

Question 5) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nPrincess Cut Diamonds should always have 6 Prongs<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 6) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nChocolate Diamonds are TRUE <\/strong>“Fancy Colored Diamonds”?<\/p>\n

Question 7) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nMost of the Diamonds on the Market have Eye-Visible Flaws<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 8) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nCertified Diamonds are the BEST Diamonds<\/strong> you can buy?<\/p>\n

Question 9) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nGIA <\/strong>stands for: Gemological Institute Association?<\/p>\n

Question 10) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nMarquise Cut Diamonds look like a Kite<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 11) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nVS Clarity means Very Small Inclusions<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 12) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nF Color is a Fine White<\/strong> Diamond?<\/p>\n

Question 13) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nThe Average Engagement Ring Purchase is between $1,000-$3,000<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 14) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nThe more Diamonds you have, the more the Ring will cost you<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 15) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nMarilyn Monroe<\/strong> created the most Iconic Jewelry Phrase ever?<\/p>\n

Question 16) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nA Diamond that’s NOT Certified<\/strong>, can be easily Grade Bumped<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 17) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nTradition says, that Engagement Rings always need to be Diamond<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 18) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nThere are NO Cut Grades<\/strong> for a Radiant Cut Diamond?<\/p>\n

Question 19) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nThe Most Inexpensive Diamond Shape<\/strong> is the Cushion Cut<\/strong> Diamond?<\/p>\n

Question 20) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\n93 Points is still considered <\/strong>a 1.00 Carat Diamond?<\/p>\n

Question 21) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nJ Color has NO Visible Yellow Hue<\/strong> whatsoever?<\/p>\n

Question 22) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nAll SI1 Clarity Diamonds<\/strong> look alike?<\/p>\n

Question 23) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nI3 Clarity Diamonds are Cheaper <\/strong>than VS2 Diamonds?<\/p>\n

Question 24) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nA Chipped Diamond is Worthless<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 25) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nBlue Colored Diamonds are created from the waters of the Caribbean Islands<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 26) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nDiamonds are made out of 100% Lava Rock<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 27) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nDiamonds can Wear Down, Dull Up, Tarnish and Scratch after 40 years<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 28) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nIf a Diamond is Cut “Excellent<\/strong>“, it will Sparkle like crazy, no matter what?<\/p>\n

Question 29) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nThe “Polish<\/strong>” Grade determines is the Diamond comes from Poland<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 30) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nDiamonds over 1 Carat hold their Value<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 31) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nDiamonds can Float <\/strong>on Water?<\/p>\n

Question 32) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nBlack Spots in a Diamond are caused by Facet Blind Spots<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 33) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nLines inside a Diamond mean that the Diamond is Cracked<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 34) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nIt’s Cheaper <\/strong>to Buy Diamonds online<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 35) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nIf your Diamond doesn’t Shine like it used to, it probably just needs to be Cleaned<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 36) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nStep Cut<\/strong> Diamonds are Shaped like a Pyramid<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 37) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nYou should keep your Diamonds away from Bleach <\/strong>and Harsh Chemicals?<\/p>\n

Question 38) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nOne of the Most Famous Diamonds in the World, is actually CURSED?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Question 39) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nThe most Important C<\/strong>, of the 4 C’s, is Carat Weight<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 40) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nDiamonds mined in Russia<\/strong>, tend to be more Brittle than ones mined in Africa<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 41) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nThe Best Hearts and Arrows Diamonds have D Color<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 42) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nA Diamond Plot is a Microscopic Photograph<\/strong> of the Flaws in a Diamond?<\/p>\n

Question 43) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nIf a Diamond has Fluorescence, it will Glow in the Dark<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 44) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nA Stone Cut Too Deep, will make the Color Darker<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 45) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nA “Fish-Eye<\/strong>” is when the Culet is Too Large, and it looks like an Eye-Ball<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 46) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nThe Average Diamond Color on the Market, is Near Colorless<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 47) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nYou can’t see Flaws<\/strong> in an SI2 Diamond with the Bare Eye<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 48) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nIf you buy a Diamond with 23 Diamonds, all 23 should be Certified<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Question 49) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nIf the Diamond is Certified, it doesn’t matter WHO, or WHERE<\/strong>, you buy it from?<\/p>\n

Question 50) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nThe Best Clarity to have is always FLAWLESS<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

BONUS Question 51) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nReplacement Values<\/strong> should always be listed on a Diamond Report<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

BONUS Question 52) True or False?<\/h2>\n

\nThe Best “Diamond Guarantee<\/strong>“, is to actually get your Diamond Insured<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

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SO HOW DID YOU DO?<\/h2>\n

\nIt was pretty Fun and Obvious<\/strong> wasn’t it??? Hopefully! :)<\/p>\n

\nLet’s see how you did<\/strong>…<\/p>\n

Diamond IQ Answers:<\/h2>\n

\n(No Fair Peeking ahead!)<\/p>\n

\nReady, Set… GO!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Answer 1)<\/h2>\n

\nBlue-White Diamonds are Graded A, B, and C?<\/strong><\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> There is NO A, B, or C in the Diamond Color Grading Chart<\/strong>! The Chart actually starts with D<\/strong>. Plus, Blue-White is an Old Diamond Term<\/strong> that should NOT <\/strong>be used today. It was Misleading and Misrepresentative<\/strong> of the “Blue<\/strong>” in a Diamond, often caused by the presence of Fluorescence<\/strong>. <\/p>\n

Answer 2)<\/h2>\n

\nA Yellow Diamond looks even MORE Yellow<\/strong> in a Yellow Gold Mounting?<\/p>\n

\nTrue –<\/strong> A Yellow Diamond will appear more Yellow<\/strong> in a Yellow Gold Mounting (since it picks up the hue), BUT<\/strong>, since everything is Yellow<\/strong>, the Diamond tends to blend in<\/strong> and not be so obvious!<\/strong> :)<\/p>\n

Answer 3)<\/h2>\n

\nRound Diamonds are always the FIRST Cutting Style<\/strong> from the Parent Rock?<\/p>\n

\nTrue – <\/strong>The Round Brilliant Cut Diamond is the Most Popular Cutting Style<\/strong>, and so, those Shapes are Cut First!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Answer 4)<\/h2>\n

\nAn “Ideal<\/strong>” Diamond Cut is the BEST <\/strong>Cut you can get?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> “Ideal” is a roughly used term that can have wide variances… The BEST Cuts<\/strong>, are the True Hearts<\/a>, Signature Series<\/a>, and Hearts on Fire<\/a>! The ones where the Diamond will Display “Hearts<\/strong>” and “Arrows<\/strong>” under a Special Scope!<\/a> Those patterns are the BEST!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Answer 5)<\/h2>\n

\nPrincess Cut Diamonds should always have 6 Prongs<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> Princess Cut Diamonds have 4 Corners = 4 Prongs<\/strong>! But… Those Prongs SHOULD BE V-Tipped<\/strong>, versus just Regular Round Prongs! Just to be More Secure and Safe and Protect those Vulnerable Points<\/strong>. :)<\/p>\n

Answer 6)<\/h2>\n

\nChocolate Diamonds are TRUE <\/strong>“Fancy Colored Diamonds”?<\/p>\n

\nTrue –<\/strong> They are Real Fancies<\/strong>! Just like these Fancy Cut Diamonds HERE!<\/a> :)<\/p>\n

Answer 7)<\/h2>\n

\nMost of the Diamonds on the Market have Eye-Visible Flaws<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nTrue – <\/strong>Half the Market is made up of I Clarity Diamonds<\/a>, meaning “Included<\/strong>” or “Eye-Visible<\/strong>” Inclusions! :)<\/p>\n

Answer 8)<\/h2>\n

\nCertified Diamonds are the BEST Diamonds<\/strong> you can buy?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> Many people think this, but it’s far from the truth. If a Diamond is Certified, it only means that it’s been Evaluated by an Independent Diamond Grader<\/strong>, that’s all. Any Diamond Quality can be Certified, Good or Bad!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Answer 9)<\/h2>\n

\nGIA<\/strong> stands for: Gemological Institute Association?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> Close, but no call. GIA stands for: The Gemological Institute of America<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Answer 10)<\/h2>\n

\nMarquise Cut Diamonds look like a Kite<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> It actually looks like a Football! (See Here<\/a>) :)<\/p>\n

Answer 11)<\/h2>\n

\nVS Clarity means Very Small Inclusions<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> Although most of the times people refer to it as such… The Correct terminology<\/strong> is: Very Slightly Included<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Answer 12)<\/h2>\n

\nF Color is a Fine White<\/strong> Diamond?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> F Color is a “Pure White<\/strong>” Diamond. A “Fine White<\/strong>” Diamond is G or H<\/strong> Diamond Color. <\/p>\n

Answer 13)<\/h2>\n

\nThe Average Engagement Ring Purchase is between $1,000-$3,000<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nTrue –<\/strong> Most couples spend up to 3 Grand<\/strong> for “The Ring!<\/a>”<\/p>\n

Answer 14)<\/h2>\n

\nThe more Diamonds you have, the more the Ring will cost you<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse – <\/strong>This is actually the reverse… The more Diamonds you have, the smaller they get, meaning, the Ring actually gets Cheaper. As in Halo Mountings<\/a>, Pave Mountings<\/a>, and Illusion Settings. :)<\/p>\n

Answer 15)<\/h2>\n

\nMarilyn Monroe<\/strong> created the most Iconic Jewelry Phrase ever?<\/p>\n

\nTrue –<\/strong> Marilyn Monroe (as Lorelei Lee<\/strong>) sang “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend<\/strong>“, in the 1953 Film “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes<\/a>“. <\/p>\n

Answer 16)<\/h2>\n

\nA Diamond that’s NOT Certified<\/strong>, can be easily Grade Bumped<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nTrue –<\/strong> If the Diamond does NOT have paperwork<\/strong>, as in a Diamond Report, it can easily be “Bumped<\/strong>” in both Color and Clarity<\/strong>, and no one would know it. Which is why it’s always important to Buy Certified<\/strong>, and the “Best<\/strong>” Certificate you can get is GIA<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

Answer 17)<\/h2>\n

\nTradition says, that Engagement Rings always need to be Diamond<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> Tradition just says a Ring<\/strong> or Band<\/strong> needs to be worn on the 4th finger of the left hand. Nothing else!<\/strong> :) <\/p>\n

Answer 18)<\/h2>\n

\nThere are NO Cut Grades<\/strong> for a Radiant Cut Diamond?<\/p>\n

\nTrue –<\/strong> There are only Cut Grades for Round Brilliant Cut Stones<\/strong>, not any of the other “Fancy<\/strong>” Cuts.<\/p>\n

Answer 19)<\/h2>\n

\nThe Most Inexpensive Diamond Shape<\/strong> is the Cushion Cut<\/strong> Diamond?<\/p>\n

\nTrue –<\/strong> This is correct to a point… If you compare EXACT Quality of Stones<\/strong>, meaning the Same Cut, Color, Clarity and Carat Weight, Cushion Cuts<\/strong> will most likely be the Cheapest<\/strong> (usually HALF the Price<\/strong>)! See some Wonderful Cushion Cut Diamonds HERE! <\/a><\/p>\n

Answer 20)<\/h2>\n

\n93 Points is still considered<\/strong> a 1.00 Carat Diamond?<\/p>\n

\nTrue –<\/strong> Diamond Carat Weights can Vary by at least 7 Points<\/strong> one way or the other and still be considered on the mark<\/strong>. A 93 Point Diamond<\/a>, is considered a “Light Carat<\/strong>“, and will look the same size as a Full Carat<\/strong>, but it will be Much Cheaper<\/strong>! :)<\/p>\n

Answer 21)<\/h2>\n

\nJ Color has NO Visible Yellow Hue<\/strong> whatsoever?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> J Color is at the Bottom <\/strong>of the Near Colorless Chart<\/strong>, and in most cases, you WILL <\/strong>be able to see a Yellow Hue or Cast to it!<\/p>\n

Answer 22)<\/h2>\n

\nAll SI1 Clarity Diamonds<\/strong> look alike?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> Diamonds are like people, they all look different<\/strong>. Each Diamond will have it’s own Unique Flaws<\/strong> and Characteristics<\/strong>. Just look at the variety of SI Clarity Diamonds HERE<\/a> to see how different they all appear. <\/p>\n

Answer 23)<\/h2>\n

\nI3 Clarity Diamonds are Cheaper <\/strong>than VS2 Diamonds?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> It also depends on the Color<\/strong>, the Cut<\/strong>, the Carat Weight<\/strong>, the Polish<\/strong>, the Symmetry<\/strong>, the Fluorescence<\/strong>, and the Certification<\/strong> of the Stone… They all have a Role to Play in COST!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Answer 24)<\/h2>\n

\nA Chipped Diamond is Worthless<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> Diamonds can be Re-Cut or Re-Polished<\/strong> to remove that Chip or Blemish (most times). Which also means, Chipped Diamonds can be Traded in or Sold<\/strong>. For the Diamond still has Value<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

Answer 25)<\/h2>\n

\nBlue Colored Diamonds are created from the waters of the Caribbean Islands<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> Diamonds are made from Heat, Pressure and Carbon<\/strong>. The Color is introduced from Impurities that Mix<\/strong> with the Stone during Creation<\/strong>. The “Blue<\/strong>” Color in Fancy Diamonds is caused by the Presence of Boron<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Answer 26)<\/h2>\n

\nDiamonds are made out of 100% Lava Rock<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> 100% Carbon<\/strong>! :)<\/p>\n

Answer 27)<\/h2>\n

\nDiamonds can Wear Down, Dull Up, Tarnish and Scratch after 40 years<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> Diamonds are the Hardest, Most Natural Substance on Earth<\/strong>, but they can Chip, Crack, or even Tarnish, due to Mistakes made by MAN!<\/strong> Which means, it could happen anytime, anywhere!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Answer 28)<\/h2>\n

\nIf a Diamond is Cut “Excellent<\/strong>“, it will Sparkle like crazy, no matter what?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> The Sparkle of a Diamond can be Hindered by a Low Color<\/strong>, Inclusions, Cracks<\/strong>, Bad Polish, Poor Symmetry<\/strong>, Fluorescence, or even if the Stone is Dirty<\/strong>! They all HELP or HURT a Diamond’s Sparkle!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Answer 29)<\/h2>\n

\nThe “Polish<\/strong>” Grade determines is the Diamond comes from Poland<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> The Polish Grade is how Smoothly Polished the Surface of the Diamond is…<\/p>\n

Answer 30)<\/h2>\n

\nDiamonds over 1 Carat hold their Value<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> Diamonds often Lose their Value<\/strong>, no matter what Size <\/strong>they are. They are not meant to be “Investments<\/strong>“. Only “Investments<\/strong>” in your Relationship<\/strong>! :) <\/p>\n

Answer 31)<\/h2>\n

\nDiamonds can Float <\/strong>on Water?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> Diamonds are so Dense<\/strong>, they will SINK to the bottom! <\/strong><\/p>\n

Answer 32)<\/h2>\n

\nBlack Spots in a Diamond are caused by Facet Blind Spots<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> Black Spots are usually “Carbon<\/strong>“, sections of actual Diamond that didn’t Crystallize <\/strong>properly.<\/p>\n

Answer 33)<\/h2>\n

\nLines inside a Diamond mean that the Diamond is Cracked<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> Most Lines in a Diamond are “Feathers<\/strong>“, or “Inclusions<\/strong>” that give the impression that the Diamond is Cracked. If a Diamond really IS <\/strong>Cracked, it will normally look more like Busted Glass!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Answer 34)<\/h2>\n

\nIt’s Cheaper <\/strong>to Buy Diamonds online<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nTrue –<\/strong> Online Dealers, like James Allen<\/a> and Blue Nile<\/a>, don’t have the Overhead that Brick and Mortar Stores<\/strong> have.<\/p>\n

Answer 35)<\/h2>\n

\nIf your Diamond doesn’t Shine like it used to, it probably just needs to be Cleaned<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nTrue –<\/strong> Get yourself a Jewelry Cleaner<\/a> or a Steam Cleaner<\/a>, and keep your Diamond CLEAN!<\/strong> It’ll Shine like the day you bought it!<\/strong> :)<\/p>\n

Answer 36)<\/h2>\n

\nStep Cut <\/strong>Diamonds are Shaped like a Pyramid<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> Step Cuts are Cuts like the Emerald Cut<\/a>, and Asscher Cut<\/a> Diamonds.<\/p>\n

Answer 37)<\/h2>\n

\nYou should keep your Diamonds away from Bleach <\/strong>and Harsh Chemicals?<\/p>\n

\nTrue –<\/strong> Bleach won’t HARM your Diamond<\/strong> persay, BUT<\/strong>… It will Harm the Prongs and Mounting<\/strong> holding in your Stone! It will make them Brittle, Frail and WEAK!<\/strong> So Avoid Bleach<\/strong>, Remove your Rings when you do Laundry<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

Answer 38)<\/h2>\n

\nOne of the Most Famous Diamonds in the World, is actually CURSED<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nTrue – <\/strong>The Most Famous Diamond is the Blue HOPE Diamond <\/strong>in the Smithsonian Institute. And yes, it’s been Cursed for Centuries!<\/strong> :)<\/p>\n

Answer 39)<\/h2>\n

\nThe most Important C<\/strong>, of the 4 C’s, is Carat Weight<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> The #1 4C is CUT!<\/strong> Because Cut Makes Everything Better<\/strong>… It makes the Clarity <\/strong>look Better, makes the Diamond look BIGGER<\/strong>, and makes the Diamond look Brighter<\/strong>, Whiter<\/strong>, and Sparkle more!<\/strong> CUT MATTERS!<\/strong> This is why I always advise “Excellent Cut Diamonds!<\/a>”<\/p>\n

Answer 40)<\/h2>\n

\nDiamonds mined in Russia<\/strong>, tend to be more Brittle than ones mined in Africa<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> All Diamond DNA <\/strong>is the SAME<\/strong>, no matter where it comes from. They all have the SAME Hardness and Attributes<\/strong>. :)<\/p>\n

Answer 41)<\/h2>\n

\nThe Best Hearts and Arrows Diamonds have D Color<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> The BEST Color<\/strong> is whatever Color YOU LIKE! <\/strong>Hearts are Arrows are the BEST Cut<\/strong>… But Color is Subjective<\/strong>. I prefer Pure White Diamonds<\/a>, but many like Near Colorless<\/a>. It doesn’t change the Hearts and Arrows<\/strong>, just changes the Body Tone<\/strong> of the Stone. <\/p>\n

Answer 42)<\/h2>\n

\nA Diamond Plot is a Microscopic Photograph<\/strong> of the Flaws in a Diamond?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> A Plot is a Diagram<\/strong>, a Drawing of the Inclusions in the Stone. Like a Map of the Flaws!<\/strong> :)<\/p>\n

Answer 43)<\/h2>\n

\nIf a Diamond has Fluorescence, it will Glow in the Dark<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nTrue –<\/strong> That’s what Fluorescence is… It will GLOW under a UV Light<\/strong> (like a Black Light<\/a>)<\/p>\n

Answer 44)<\/h2>\n

\nA Stone Cut Too Deep, will make the Color Darker<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nTrue –<\/strong> The Deeper the Stone, the Darker the Color<\/strong> will be (Not a Good Thing<\/strong> when it comes to Diamonds). Which is why most other Gemstones, like Sapphire, Ruby and Emerald<\/strong>, ARE<\/strong> Cut Deeper than Diamonds, to Bring Out, or Accentuate <\/strong>the Color! Because that’s what people look for in Colored Gemstones: Color<\/strong>! :)<\/p>\n

Answer 45)<\/h2>\n

\nA “Fish-Eye<\/strong>” is when the Culet is Too Large, and it looks like an Eye-Ball<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse – <\/strong>A Fish-Eye is when the Diamond is Cut TOO Shallow<\/strong>, and the Girdle is Reflected <\/strong>around the Table<\/strong>, giving it a Fish-Eye Appearance<\/strong>. <\/p>\n

Answer 46)<\/h2>\n

\nThe Average Diamond Color on the Market, is Near Colorless<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nTrue – <\/strong>Near Colorless is G-H-I-J Colors<\/a>, and they make up most of the Market<\/strong>. It all has to do with Availability… There’s an Abundance <\/strong>of them. Pure-White Diamonds (D-E-F<\/a>), are more Rare <\/strong>and more Expensive <\/strong>to Locate. :)<\/p>\n

Answer 47)<\/h2>\n

\nYou can’t see Flaws<\/strong> in an SI2 Diamond with the Bare Eye<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> You can’t see them FROM THE TOP VIEW! <\/strong>If you turn an SI2 Diamond<\/a> Sideways, YOU WILL SEE FLAWS!<\/strong> That’s why SI2 is a borderline stone<\/strong>… It sits directly in the middle between Diamonds that Do have Visible Flaws<\/strong>, and ones that Don’t!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Answer 48)<\/h2>\n

\nIf you buy a Diamond with 23 Diamonds, all 23 should be Certified<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse – <\/strong>That would cost you a FORTUNE!<\/strong> It costs anywhere from $50-$300<\/strong> to Certify Each and Every Stone<\/strong>… Which is why, generally, only the Center Bigger Diamond is Certified!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Answer 49)<\/h2>\n

\nIf the Diamond is Certified, it doesn’t matter WHO, or WHERE<\/strong>, you buy it from?<\/p>\n

\nFalse –<\/strong> Certificates can be Altered, Fake, Falsified… I would only buy from Reputable Stores and Dealers like James Allen<\/a> and Blue Nile<\/a>. And, I would also ONLY BUY GIA!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Answer 50)<\/h2>\n

\nThe Best Clarity to have is always FLAWLESS<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse – <\/strong>Flawless Diamonds have ZERO Inclusions<\/strong> in the Stone. NONE<\/strong>! Which means, it will be virtually impossible <\/strong>to identify that Diamond as YOURS <\/strong>under a Microscope<\/a>. I always recommend Diamonds of VS or SI Clarity<\/a>… Ones that you can see something<\/strong> under 10x magnification. Because that way you can Identify your Diamond and keep yourself from getting ripped off<\/strong> or Diamond Switched!<\/strong><\/p>\n

BONUS Answer 51)<\/h2>\n

\nReplacement Values<\/strong> should always be listed on a Diamond Report<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nFalse – <\/strong>NO Replacement values should EVER <\/strong>be on a Diamond Report<\/strong> (GIA Certified Diamonds don’t have a Value listed<\/strong>). A Report is for Factual Information<\/strong> about the Grading <\/strong>and nothing else. Values should be saved for an “Appraisal<\/strong>” which goes to your Insurance Company<\/strong>! :)<\/p>\n

BONUS Answer 52)<\/h2>\n

\nThe Best “Diamond Guarantee<\/strong>“, is to actually get your Diamond Insured<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

\nTrue –<\/strong> That’s the ONLY Guarantee!<\/strong> Because so-called “Guarantees<\/strong>” (found in mall stores) come with many Requirements and Rules<\/strong>. Which are too easy to “VOID<\/strong>!” Plus, “Guarantees<\/strong>” Don’t cover is the ring is LOST, STOLEN, or DAMAGED!<\/strong> So get it Fully Insured<\/strong> to Cover Everything on the Ring and Diamond<\/strong>. Just in case! :)<\/p>\n

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