Natural Rough Diamond
Natural Rough Diamond · Rough/Uncut (Macle or irregular fragment)
N/A (Rough stone) Cut
Carat
Estimated 1.00 - 1.50 carats
Color
Visual estimate J-L (Faint Yellow/Light Brown)
Clarity
Estimated I1 - I2 (Heavily included)
Shape
Rough/Uncut (Macle or irregular fragment)
Overall Assessment
A natural rough diamond fragment of low gem quality, likely used for industrial purposes or as a specimen/unique jewelry piece.
Cut Quality
N/A (Rough stone)
Brilliance
Low (unfaceted)
Fire
Low (limited by lack of facets)
Scintillation
Low (vague internal reflections)
Proportions
N/A (Internal fracture patterns visible)
Symmetry
N/A (Rough stone)
Polish
N/A (Natural skin/surface)
Fluorescence
Cannot be determined without UV light
Inclusions
Significant internal twinning wisps, crystals, and feathers/cleavage planes
Blemishes
Natural surface trigons and percussion marks from alluvial transport
Origin
Likely Alluvial source (West Africa or Brazil)
Treatment Detection
None apparent; looks natural and untreated
Estimated Value
$100 - $300 (Specimen value/Industrial grade)
Certification Estimate
GIA Rough Diamond Identification and Origin Report
Investment Potential
Low (Standard industrial/low-gem quality rough)
Similar Diamonds
Uncut alluvial diamonds often found in riverbeds
Setting Suggestions
Rough diamond specimen pendant or prong-heavy organic 'boho' ring
Care & Maintenance
Avoid hard impacts along cleavage planes; clean with warm soapy water
Interesting Facts
Rough diamonds often have a greasy luster before they are cut and polished