Natural meelee diamonds
Natural meelee diamonds · Round Brilliant
Fair to Good Cut
Carat
Approximately 0.01 - 0.02 carats per stone (Total Weight ~0.08 - 0.15 ctw)
Color
I-J range (Near Colorless)
Clarity
I1-I2 (Inclusions visible under magnification)
Shape
Round Brilliant
Overall Assessment
This is a standard commercial-grade multi-stone ring featuring small round brilliant diamonds. The stones provide a subtle sparkle but are of lower clarity and color, typical for affordable fashion or bridal jewelry.
Cut Quality
Fair to Good
Brilliance
Low to Moderate
Fire
Low dispersal due to small size and setting style
Scintillation
Moderate sparkle visible across the row of stones
Proportions
Standard meelee proportions for channel/pave setting
Symmetry
Good
Polish
Fair to Good
Fluorescence
Indeterminable from photo
Inclusions
Visible dark points and internal cloudiness consistent with lower-grade natural diamonds
Blemishes
Surface scratches on the metal setting and slight abrasion on facet junctions
Origin
Likely mined (Natural)
Treatment Detection
None apparent; standard for commercial jewelry
Estimated Value
$150 - $350 for the entire ring (resale value significantly lower)
Certification Estimate
Typically uncertified individually; would be sold as a lot with a generic jeweler appraisal
Investment Potential
Low; meelee diamonds and commercial jewelry generally do not hold high resale value
Similar Diamonds
Commercial-grade diamond accents found in mass-market anniversary bands
Setting Suggestions
Keep in current white gold or silver band; ensure prongs/beads are checked to prevent stone loss
Care & Maintenance
Ultrasonic cleaning and regular checking of the stones to ensure they remain secure in the shared-prong setting
Interesting Facts
Meelee diamonds are often sorted by hand in large parcels before being set into accent jewelry