Natural Rough Diamond
Natural Rough Diamond · Rough/Uncut (natural crystal form)
N/A (Rough state) Cut
Carat
Estimated at 10 to 15 carats based on visual volume/scale
Color
F-G (Colorless to Near-Colorless)
Clarity
VS1 - VS2 (estimated from transparent regions)
Shape
Rough/Uncut (natural crystal form)
Overall Assessment
A significant and high-quality rough diamond specimen showing excellent transparency and promising color for future faceting.
Cut Quality
N/A (Rough state)
Brilliance
Low (requires faceting to maximize internal reflection)
Fire
Moderate (observed as spectral dispersion through natural facets)
Scintillation
Low (lacks geometric alignment for sparkle pattern)
Proportions
N/A (Irregular rough crystal)
Symmetry
N/A (Rough state)
Polish
N/A (Natural crystal faces)
Fluorescence
Cannot be determined without UV light
Inclusions
Visible internal planes and potential feathers near margins
Blemishes
Natural surface trigons and growth striations typical of uncut stones
Origin
Likely alluvial or kimberlite pipe origin (Sub-Saharan Africa or Russia)
Treatment Detection
None apparent; looks completely natural
Estimated Value
$15,000 - $35,000 depending on final yield and internal purity
Certification Estimate
GIA (Rough Diamond Report)
Investment Potential
High, specifically for collectors or as raw material for a significant faceted stone
Similar Diamonds
Uncut diamonds of similar size frequently seen in high-end specimen collections
Setting Suggestions
Custom rough diamond setting such as a heavy claw or tension mount
Care & Maintenance
Avoid high heat during laboratory testing; store separately from other stones
Interesting Facts
Rough diamonds often have 'trigons' or small triangular indentations on their surface which act as a natural growth signature.