Likely Natural Diamond (based on luster and setting type)
Likely Natural Diamond (based on luster and setting type) · Round Brilliant
Excellent to Very Good Cut
Carat
Estimated 1.25 to 1.50 carats
Color
G-H (Near Colorless)
Clarity
VS1-VS2 (Eye Clean)
Shape
Round Brilliant
Overall Assessment
A high-quality, eye-clean round brilliant diamond with excellent presence and a premium setting
Cut Quality
Excellent to Very Good
Brilliance
Very High; shows strong white light return
Fire
Moderate; displays spectral colors in the pavilion facets
Scintillation
Strong; well-defined pattern of dark and light areas across the crown
Proportions
Standard Round Brilliant proportions with a visible table and a thick crown height relative to diameter
Symmetry
Very Good
Polish
Excellent
Fluorescence
None to Faint
Inclusions
No obvious inclusions visible to the naked eye; likely microscopic crystals or clouds
Blemishes
Surface appears clean with no visible nicks or chips
Origin
Likely Earth-mined in Botswana or Russia
Treatment Detection
No visual indicators of HPHT or fracture filling observed
Estimated Value
$8,000 - $12,500 USD (if natural)
Certification Estimate
GIA (Gemological Institute of America) would likely grade this as H, VS2, Excellent Cut
Investment Potential
Moderate; high-quality earth-mined diamonds retain trade-in value well but are not primary speculative investments
Similar Diamonds
GIA certified 1.3ct round brilliant stones with VS clarity
Setting Suggestions
Platinum or 14k White Gold six-prong solitaire with pave diamond accents on the band (as shown)
Care & Maintenance
Clean with warm soapy water and a soft brush; professional check of the six prongs every 6 months
Interesting Facts
The Round Brilliant cut is engineered specifically for maximum light return and has 57 or 58 facets