History of Diamond Grading in Australia

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Blood Diamond
Blood Diamond

A blood diamond (also known as a conflict diamond) refers to a diamond that is mined in[…]

A blemish is a flaw on the exterior of a diamond, such as a scratch, abrasion, nick or chip.
Blemish

A blemish is a flaw on the exterior of a diamond, such as a scratch, abrasion, nick[…]

Bezel Facets

Bezel facets in a diamond refer to the flat, triangular facets that are found on the crown[…]

Black Diamond

A black diamond is a type of diamond that is opaque or dark in colour, typically appearing[…]

Bearding

Bearding in a diamond refers to the small, hairline fractures or feather-like inclusions that appear along the[…]

Baguette Cut

The Baguette Cut is a distinct rectangular diamond shape, typically with step-cut faceting, although it can also[…]

Written estimate of the approximate retail replacement value of a diamond or piece of diamond jewellery
Appraisal

Diamond or Jewellery Appraisal or Valuation is a professional evaluation of a diamond or piece of jewellery[…]

Asscher Cut

The Asscher Cut is a distinctive and elegant diamond shape, known for its square shape and step-cut

artificially enhance the colour of a diamond
Annealing

Annealing diamond refers to a process in which diamonds are heated to high temperatures in a controlled[…]

Archaic Greek word from which the word ‘diamond’ is derived
Adamas

Archaic Greek word from which the word ‘diamond’ is derived. Adamas means 'indestructible'.

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