Natural Diamonds
Natural Diamonds · Round Brilliant
Good to Fair Cut
Carat
Estimated 0.02 - 0.05 carats per stone (Total Weight ~0.10 ctw)
Color
Estimated I-J Range (Near Colorless)
Clarity
Estimated I1-I2 Range (Visible inclusions)
Shape
Round Brilliant
Overall Assessment
These are standard commercial-quality natural diamond accents set in a vintage-style floral pendant. While they add necessary sparkle to the design, their individual value is secondary to the craftsmanship of the piece.
Cut Quality
Good to Fair
Brilliance
Moderate; limited by small size and commercial cut quality
Fire
Low to Moderate; typical for stones of this size
Scintillation
Fair; exhibits standard pattern for small round brilliant accents
Proportions
Standard commercial melee proportions; slightly steep pavilions noted in light return
Symmetry
Fair
Polish
Good
Fluorescence
Indeterminable under current lighting
Inclusions
Crystals and needles visible under magnification; common in melee-sized commercial stones
Blemishes
Minor surface wear consistent with age and setting contact
Origin
Likely ethically sourced natural mined origin (traditional commercial supply)
Treatment Detection
None detected; standard natural stones
Estimated Value
$50 - $150 (as accents in secondary market jewelry)
Certification Estimate
Likely ungraded individually; parcel graded by GIA or IGI as commercial melee
Investment Potential
Low; decorative value exceeds individual stone resale value
Similar Diamonds
Standard 2mm to 2.5mm melee diamonds used in mass-market fine jewelry
Setting Suggestions
Prong set in a vintage-style floral/bow motif gold pendant
Care & Maintenance
Clean with a soft brush and mild soapy water; professional inspection of prongs recommended due to visible age
Interesting Facts
Melee diamonds like these are usually hand-set into intricate motifs to maximize the appearance of sparkle in small pieces