Natural diamond (small accent/promotional stone set in a vintage or costume jewelry piece)
Natural diamond (small accent/promotional stone set in a vintage or costume jewelry piece) · Round Single Cut or Old European Cut (small melee)
Fair to Good (typical for small melee stones of older or lower-tier vintage settings) Cut
Carat
Approximately 0.05 to 0.10 carats
Color
Estimated G-I (near colorless)
Clarity
Estimated SI1-SI2 (slightly included with visible internal characteristics)
Shape
Round Single Cut or Old European Cut (small melee)
Overall Assessment
A small, natural diamond melee set into a prong mount on a green decorative charm. While genuine, its small size and lower clarity grade limit its monetary value, serving primarily as a decorative accent.
Cut Quality
Fair to Good (typical for small melee stones of older or lower-tier vintage settings)
Brilliance
Moderate brilliance limited by size and mounting obstruction
Fire
Low to moderate dispersion due to small size and single-cut facets
Scintillation
Basic flash-style scintillation due to limited facet count
Proportions
Standard small melee proportions with a slightly deeper pavilion to compensate for size
Symmetry
Fair
Polish
Fair to Good
Fluorescence
Indeterminate from visual assessment alone
Inclusions
Small carbon spots or feather inclusions visible under magnification
Blemishes
Minor surface abrasions on facets due to age and wear
Origin
Undetermined natural geographic origin
Treatment Detection
No obvious signs of modern treatments like HPHT or coating
Estimated Value
Minimal market value, approximately $20 - $75 USD depending on the gold content of the prong setting
Certification Estimate
Not typically certified by GIA or AGS due to small carat weight; estimated by local appraisers
Investment Potential
None; small accent stones of this grade hold decorative rather than investment value
Similar Diamonds
Standard commercial melee diamonds used in vintage costume jewelry and charm bracelets
Setting Suggestions
Currently set in a simple multi-prong claw setting attached to a green translucent resin or glass talisman pendant
Care & Maintenance
Clean gently with warm soapy water and a soft brush; avoid harsh ultrasonic cleaners due to the delicate attached charm
Interesting Facts
Small diamonds like this are frequently used as accent stones or incorporated into novelty charms rather than as primary centerpieces