Tag: Diamonds
Before Buying Diamonds, Know Diamond Grading
by maddaloni on Aug.08, 2009, under Uncategorized
If you’re interested in buying diamonds, it’s important to make an informed purchase. Diamond grading reports outline the unique characteristics of the gem to ensure you get the highest quality jewelry for the best price. Gemological laboratories use a universal diamond grading system to rate all aspects of the gem. Each diamond’s individual characteristics are listed on the diamond grading certificate so shoppers can find their personalized, desired combination when buying diamonds. Industry experts report the 4 C’s on the certificate: diamond cuts, color, clarity, and carat weight.
Diamond CUTS are the only one of the 4 C’s that is not naturally produced. Diamond cuts are a direct reflection of the cutter, who has to have the precision and skill of chiseling facets onto the face of the gem. Not to be confused with the shape of the diamond, cuts determine the amount of light that it will reflect. Diamond cuts ultimately determine the gem’s brilliance.
On a diamond grading certificate, the diamonds COLOR is listed according to a specific scale. The scale lists the diamonds color from colorless, D, to yellow, Z. In high quality jewelry, a diamonds color is D, permitting the best reflection of light. A diamonds color can be considered “fancy” if it is visibly hued, like pink, green, or red diamonds.
Rated at 10x magnification, the diamond CLARITY lists any inclusions or blemishes of the gem. Inclusions, internal characteristics, are typically naturally grown crystals, feathers or clouds. Blemishes, external imperfections, include scratches or chips on the surface of the diamond. Clarity determines the value of the diamond and a flawless gem, one with the least possible amount of imperfections, is most sought after when buying diamonds.
The final of the 4 C’s, CARAT WEIGHT, is a measure of the weight and size of the diamond. A carat equals 0.2 grams and the typical diamond has a carat weight between 0.01 and 1.00. If the other components of the 4 C’s are equal, the diamond of higher quality jewelry will be larger and have the most carat weight. Price is most likely to be impacted by carat weight so it’s an important consideration when buying diamonds.
The 4 C’s are crucial to diamond grading by objectively assessing a diamond’s quality. Jewelry shopping is personal; those buying diamonds need to find their own perfect blend of the 4 C’s. Consult jewelry experts to ensure that you are fully informed before making your valuable investment in buying diamonds.
Damiani’s, ‘Rosary Neck’
by maddaloni on Apr.29, 2009, under Diamonds, GOLD, Watches / Jewelry
Damiani’s Take On The “The Rosary “
The official jewelry fashion craze will begin May 15, 2009 when the film, ‘Angeles and Demons’ is released. The look that began last year in the rap world will be taking center stage. “The Rosary” gets its inspiration from rosary beads, which are used for prayer in the Catholic religion. Damiani has taken this historical religious object and fashioned it out of gold, diamonds precious and semi precious stones, creating a fashion success. Gangster rappers brought the rosary neck into there culture and now Damiani has brought it into fashion!
Mothers Day, Aaron Basha Arrives
by maddaloni on Apr.23, 2009, under Diamonds, GOLD, Uncategorized, Watches / Jewelry
Diamonds……The New Solid Investment
by maddaloni on Apr.09, 2009, under Diamonds
Colorless Diamonds are not just for luxury fashion these days. With the stock market on a daily roller coaster and the banking industries restructuring of credit, where do we safely invest our money? Diamonds are becoming the most desirable investment due to their increases in pricing. According to Bloomberg News, “Diamonds, like art, are a commodity that is gaining attention as an alternative investment.” Diamonds are being mined on a continual basis, true. Unfortunately, there is going to come a time when there are no more. They are becoming rare as of lately, where colored diamonds are being sought after to re-place the colorless diamond scarcity. When there is so much unrest in most financial institutions, the wealthy look to acquire tangible items; the safety factor takes precedence. The commodity asset-management firm Diapason Commodities Management, listed a specialist investment fund; Diamond Circle Capital. Diamond Circle is the first publicly listed investment fund to invest in colored and colorless diamonds. The start up was 400 million in 2007. The fund now is through the roof. “The Maddaloni Diamond Advantage has been a staple in the diamond market for years” said Mr. Maddaloni… He’s had the honor of traveling to South Africa at the request of DeBeers. “It was an enlightening experience filled with the commencement of new relationships and a shared passion for the colorless diamond” The diamond market is familiar territory for Mr. Maddaloni, a benefit in which he is proud to share with his customers. Don’t miss their seminar on Diamond investing in February 2009, check www.maddaloni.net for confirmed date and time, at the Huntington location.
