History of Diamond Grading in Australia

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Hot Laser Inscription

Hot laser inscription refers to the process of using a high-powered laser beam to inscribe a number,[…]

HPHT Treatment
HPHT (High Pressure High Temperature) Treatment

HPHT treatment refers to a method used to alter or enhance the colour of diamonds through the[…]

Diamond cut or shaped into a heart
Heart Cut

The heart cut is one of the most romantic and symbolic diamond shapes, often chosen for engagement[…]

Hearts and Arrows
Hearts & Arrows

The term Hearts & Arrows refers to a distinct and beautiful pattern that appears in some high-quality[…]

Understanding the Durability of Diamonds
Hardness

Hardness refers to a material's resistance to scratching or abrasion. When it comes to diamonds, this property[…]

The head of a pear cut diamond refers to the wider, rounded end of the stone
Head

The head of a pear cut diamond refers to the wider, rounded end of the stone, which[…]

Graining

Graining refers to faint wavy, hazy, oily, or shadow-like lines that can appear inside a diamond or[…]

Green Diamond: A Rare and Unique Natural Treasure
Green Diamond

A green diamond is a diamond that exhibits a natural green body colour, making it one of[…]

Grading Report: The Blueprint of a Diamond's Quality
Grading Report

A grading report, also known as a diamond certificate, is an official document issued by a recognised[…]

The term "grainer" is used in the diamond industry to describe a diamond’s weight in quarter-carat (0.25 ct) increments.
Grainer

The term "grainer" is used in the diamond industry to describe a diamond’s weight in quarter-carat (0.25[…]

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