Natural (Likely costume jewelry accents)
Natural (Likely costume jewelry accents) · Round Brilliant
Fair to Poor Cut
Carat
0.03 - 0.05 carats each
Color
I - K (Near Colorless to Faint Yellow)
Clarity
I1 - I2 (Included)
Shape
Round Brilliant
Overall Assessment
These are low-quality commercial diamond accents set in a vintage decorative ring. The value lies in the overall jewelry piece rather than the individual stones.
Cut Quality
Fair to Poor
Brilliance
Low (Muted by dirt and low clarity)
Fire
Minimal dispersion observed
Scintillation
Poor (Irregular light patterns)
Proportions
Likely deep cut with thick girdles based on mounting
Symmetry
Poor to Fair
Polish
Poor (Significant surface grime and abrasion)
Fluorescence
Indeterminate from image
Inclusions
Heavy internal clouding, feathers, and carbon spots visible to the naked eye
Blemishes
Heavy surface scratches, grease buildup, and potential nicks on facet edges
Origin
Likely natural diamond melee from standard commercial mines
Treatment Detection
None visible, though stones appear heavily worn
Estimated Value
$10 - $30 per melee stone
Certification Estimate
Unlikely to be certified due to low quality and small size; would grade as I-category at IGI
Investment Potential
None (Resale value is primarily in the metal content of the ring)
Similar Diamonds
Standard commercial-grade diamond melee used in 1970s-80s cocktail rings
Setting Suggestions
Current vintage yellow gold-tone prong setting fits the aesthetic of the piece
Care & Maintenance
Professional ultrasonic cleaning recommended to remove heavy grime buildup between prongs
Interesting Facts
Melee diamonds like these are often sorted by size rather than individual quality before being set