History of Diamond Grading in Australia

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Explore DCLA’s legacy as Australia’s leading diamond authority. Learn our history, meet the founders, and discover our unmatched grading expertise.

Girdle Thickness

Girdle thickness refers to the width of the diamond's girdle, which is the outer edge separating the[…]

The girdle helps protect the diamond from chipping and damage, particularly along its edges.
Girdle

The girdle helps protect the diamond from chipping and damage, particularly along its edges. A properly proportioned girdle[…]

Gemmology: The Science, Art, and Profession of Evaluating Gemstones
Gemmology

Gemmology is the scientific study of gemstones, encompassing their identification, evaluation, grading, and authentication.

Gem Quality

Only about 20% of mined diamonds are of gem quality, meaning they meet the necessary standards for[…]

Fracture Filling

Fracture filling is a treatment used to improve the clarity and appearance of diamonds that have visible[…]

Fractures can weaken the diamond, making it more susceptible to damage
Fracture

A fractured diamond refers to a diamond that has an internal fracture, often called a fracture or

The Four C's of Diamonds: Cut, Colour, Clarity, and Carat Weight
Four C’s

The Four C's are the standard criteria used to evaluate and grade diamonds.

Fluorescence

Fluorescence in diamonds refers to the glow that a diamond emits when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light.

diamond with no inclusions or blemishes
Flawless

Flawless is a clarity grade used to describe diamonds that have no visible inclusions (internal flaws) or[…]

Flat Cut Diamond
Flat Diamond

A flat cut diamond refers to a diamond that has a shallower cut, where the crown (the[…]

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