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Black Diamond

The 4 C's of Black Diamond Rings
Black diamond rings are beautiful to behold; even more so when they are combined with colorless diamonds, white sapphires, or any other precious gem that makes for a stunning contrast. Black diamonds are found mostly in Brazil. They have been around for quite a while, although recently they are incring in popularity as celebrities as well as the consumer market are finding them to be edgy and unique. When choosing any of the large variety and sizes of black diamond rings that are available it is important to consider the same “4 C’s” of diamond quality that you would when choosing any diamond. They are color, clarity, carat, and cut.
Color
People are discovering (unlike how they felt years ago) that a black diamond is a real diamond. They are crystallized carbon, just like any diamond. The darkness of black diamonds comes from tiny cracks throughout the stone that contain graphite or sulphides. It could also be caused by changes that happen when a near-white diamond is subjected to very high temperatures. A black diamond that is naturally dark, when it is mined, is rare and so more expensive.
Most black diamond rings, necklaces, bracelets and pendants, etc are treated by exposing them to high temperatures. A treated stone is often of a better quality, so there is nothing wrong with doing this. If you feel like you have to have a black diamond that has not been treated, be certain to look for one that is advertised as untreated or GIA Certified (Gemological Institute of America).
Clarity
Clarity refers to how clear a diamond is, but with a black diamond clarity refers to the stone’s luster and making sure that it has no surface chips or cracks. Black diamond rings and any other type of black diamond jewelry should have a glossy, sparkling surface. AAA is the best rating grade.
Carat
Carat refers to the weight of the diamond. Depending on what size you are looking for, you could purchase a one-half carat black diamond ring or a two carat black diamond or larger. Bear in mind that black diamonds are heavier than traditional diamonds, so a one carat black diamond will look smaller than a colorless one carat diamond.
Cut
The cut of diamond refers to the stone’s proportions and polish, not to its shape. Most of the time black diamonds have a simple cut of sixteen facets and their surface should be smooth with no cracks. When a diamond is unearthed, it just looks like a piece of glass. So the diamond is cut with precise facets (or tiny polished faces).
Before purchasing black diamond rings it is also important to consider the setting. These rings are already stunning to look at but when set with white gold or yellow gold, the brilliance of the blend is elegant and beautiful.
If you'd like a ring that is non-traditional and that will make a dramatic statement, black diamond rings could be what you are looking for!
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