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Diamond Education Choosing the Right Diamond

For many people, a diamond is the largest purchase of their life. With that consideration, A. Fishman & Son recognizes the importance of understanding exactly what you are buying. This guide simplifies the four Cs — cut, color, clarity, and carat weight, as well as diamond shapes and certifications. After reading this guide, you will be better prepared to choose the diamond that is right for you. However, even after reading everything there is to read about diamonds, you need expert help to make the right choice. There is no better way to get that help than to seek the advice of someone who actually spends his own money to buy diamonds for his inventory. Call Josh Fishman and he will be happy to assist you in making the choice that is right for you!

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Understanding Shape
Shape refers to the overall outline of the diamond when viewed from the top.
 
Understanding Shape




Understanding Cut
The cut of a diamond determines its brilliance, dimensions, and finish.
 
Understanding Cut




Understanding Color
Learn how to find a diamond with the right color for your setting and budget.
 
Understanding Color




Understanding Clarity
Clarity is graded based on the number, location, size, and type of inclusions.

Understanding Clarity




Understanding Carat Weight
Learn how to balance both size and quality when selecting a diamond.

Understanding Carat Weight




Diamond Certification
Unbiased diamond grading reports are offered with every A. Fishman diamond.

Understanding Certification

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Quality
Our quality standards are the highest of all jewelers. A. Fishman & Son offers only the finest cut diamonds. Pre-selected for exceptional quality, the cut, color, and clarity of our loose diamonds are evaluated based on a standardized grading scale. Also, our finest and prettiest diamonds are accompanied by a grading report from the GIA independent diamond grading lab with the most stringent grading scales of all labs.

A. Fishman & Son Standards

CUT

 EXCELLENT    IDEAL    PREMIUM    VERY GOOD   GOOD

FAIR   POOR

CLARITY

 F   IF   VVS1   VVS2   VS1   VS2   SI1   SI2   SI3

I1  I2  I3

COLOR

D   E   F   G   H   I   J   K  

L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  W  X  Y  Z

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