The diamond that you would identify as white is a stone that
does not show any tints. However, not every colorless diamond is created equal.
In the jewelry trade, we give truly colorless diamonds a D through F rating,
which means that it takes an expert to differentiate any minute color traces. A
near colorless stone presents with a G through J rating. Even there, the
experts find minuscule differences. The most common stones in this range fall
under the I and J ratings.
Take for example this set of colorless diamond stud earrings. Set in platinum, the stones nestle in four-prong basket settings. Both stones
present with a round brilliant cut and weight .77cts and .76cts respectively.
Each falls into the E to F range concerning color and are mostly eye-clean with
an I1 mark. In contrast, you note this pair of transitional-cut diamond stud earrings. The stones weigh a combined 2.04cts. Near colorless, the diamonds fall under
the I to J heading. When it comes to clarity, one stone ranks as I1, included,
while the other comes in at SI3, slightly included.
There are also diamonds in ring settings that make the case
for colorless stones. For example, this quintessential engagement ring with a colorless diamond and pave exemplifies the beauty of the white
diamond. Set in platinum, the focal stone is a brilliant cut diamond weighing
in at .46cts. Its color rating is E to F, which identifies it as a true
colorless stone. The SI1 grade presents it as slightly included. In contrast,
this vintage engagement ring by Sylvie
shows with a .55cts oval center stone.
Its color rating falls into the G to H category (near colorless). An SI1
notation rounds out the information.
How Crucial is the Color Rating?
Although a gem lab or appraiser will parse the difference
between an E and F rated diamond when compared to a G or H rated stone, the
typical jewelry buyer is highly unlikely to notice the difference. This applies
in particular to well-cut stones. As long as artisans set these gems into
platinum or white gold settings, you will be hard-pressed to point out any
differences without extensive magnification and comparison tools. Being able to
detect any tints usually does not happen unless a stone falls into the faint
color category. Placed side by side with a near colorless specimen, even a
novice should be able to point to the difference in that situation.
At Peter Suchy Jewelers we are experts in all types of
vintage, estate and antique jewelry. We hope you’ll stop by our showroom
located at 1137 High Ridge Road in Stamford Connecticut.
Or, hop on over to our top-rated BigCommerce Store where you’ll
find all the vintage diamond gemstone jewelry you see here. If you find a
listing has ended, please email us at info@petersuchyjewelers.com as we
may still have the item in stock.
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