Natural Diamond (Assessed from a shared-prong diamond band)
Natural Diamond (Assessed from a shared-prong diamond band) · Round Brilliant
Very Good to Excellent for melee-sized round brilliants Cut
Carat
Estimated at approximately 0.50 ctw total for the band (approx. 0.05 ct per stone)
Color
Estimated G-H (Near Colorless)
Clarity
Estimated VS1-VS2 (Very Slightly Included)
Shape
Round Brilliant
Overall Assessment
A classic, elegant white gold or platinum diamond band featuring closely matched round brilliant stones offering a bright, continuous sparkle suitable for daily wear.
Cut Quality
Very Good to Excellent for melee-sized round brilliants
Brilliance
High white light return, typical of well-cut round melee diamonds
Fire
Moderate to good spectral dispersion
Scintillation
Good flash-fire pattern across the continuous row of small stones
Proportions
Standard standard modern round brilliant melee proportions optimized for sparkle in small sizes
Symmetry
Good to Very Good
Polish
Good
Fluorescence
Faint to None
Inclusions
Minor tiny crystal inclusions or pinpoints visible under high magnification; eye-clean
Blemishes
None readily apparent without high magnification
Origin
Likely natural diamond of mixed commercial origin
Treatment Detection
No obvious signs of treatment; standard untreated natural diamonds
Estimated Value
$600 - $1,200 USD depending on gold weight, karat purity (14k/18k), and exact total carat weight
Certification Estimate
Typically sold without individual grading reports due to small size; jewelry store appraisal would estimate consistent quality across the row
Investment Potential
Standard fine jewelry retail depreciation applies; low investment grade due to small stone sizes, but excellent everyday value and sentimental utility
Similar Diamonds
Standard commercial melee diamond half-eternity or shared-prong bands
Setting Suggestions
Currently set in a shared-prong straight band; highly versatile for stacking with engagement rings or wearing alone
Care & Maintenance
Regular ultrasonic cleaning or warm soapy water with a soft brush to remove hand lotions and oils from behind the prongs
Interesting Facts
Shared-prong settings maximize the visibility of diamond faceting by minimizing metal obstruction along the band