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GIA 4Cs Diamond Blog

GIA 4Cs Diamond Blog

Getting ready to pop the big question is undoubtedly one of the most memorable and exciting times of your life. At the same time, things can get pretty hectic as you consider everything that goes into such an important purchase. With some preparation beforehand, shopping for that one-of-a-kind ring will become a breeze. (more…)

The engagement ring’s romantic traditions resonate through time. The Romans first introduced the betrothal ring as a plain, iron hoop. Among the gentry, the iron ring was worn while indoors and replaced with the more valuable gold band when outdoors. As early as the 4th century AD, inscriptions, elaborate or as simple as “honey,” embellished the inside of the band. (more…)

All diamonds are rare and no two diamonds are alike. A diamond’s quality and rarity is determined by its unique combination of characteristics of Color, Cut, Clarity and Carat Weight.  The International Diamond Grading System™, used around the world since its invention by GIA in the 1950s, is based on the Four Cs. (more…)