Natural Diamonds (estimated based on typical vintage thrift/estate jewelry, though laboratory verification is required to rule out lab-grown or simulants like cubic zirconia)
Natural Diamonds (estimated based on typical vintage thrift/estate jewelry, though laboratory verification is required to rule out lab-grown or simulants like cubic zirconia) · Round Brilliant
Good to Very Good Cut
Carat
Estimated approximately 0.05 to 0.10 carats per stone, totaling around 2.0 to 3.0 carats for the entire tennis bracelet
Color
Estimated G-I (Near Colorless)
Clarity
Estimated SI1-SI2 (Slightly Included, as minor inclusions may be present under magnification)
Shape
Round Brilliant
Overall Assessment
A classic, elegant yellow gold tennis bracelet featuring matching round brilliant diamonds, representing a timeless piece of estate jewelry with good everyday wearability and enduring style
Cut Quality
Good to Very Good
Brilliance
Good white light return, typical of well-cut round brilliant melee stones
Fire
Moderate spectral dispersion visible across the facet arrangement
Scintillation
Active sparkle and flash pattern as the bracelet curves and reflects light
Proportions
Standard commercial melee proportions optimized for overall brilliance within small-scale settings
Symmetry
Good
Polish
Good
Fluorescence
Indeterminate from image (typically None to Faint in standard commercial melee diamonds)
Inclusions
Microscopic crystals or feathers typical of commercial-grade melee diamonds, not easily visible to the naked eye
Blemishes
Minor surface scratches or wear consistent with pre-owned estate jewelry
Origin
Natural mined diamonds (traditional commercial origin)
Treatment Detection
No obvious signs of fracture filling or coating visible in photographs
Estimated Value
Estimated resale or thrift value range between $300 to $800 depending on total gold weight (likely 10k or 14k yellow gold) and diamond quality
Certification Estimate
Typically sold without individual lab certificates due to small stone sizes; would receive standard retail appraisal rather than GIA/AGS grading reports
Investment Potential
Moderate; yellow gold estate tennis bracelets hold steady scrap and retail resale value but do not appreciate significantly as investments
Similar Diamonds
Standard commercial melee diamonds utilized in fine jewelry tennis bracelets and eternity bands
Setting Suggestions
Already mounted in a classic S-link or custom yellow gold tennis bracelet setting
Care & Maintenance
Regular cleaning with warm soapy water and a soft brush; professional check of the prong settings recommended periodically to prevent stone loss
Interesting Facts
Tennis bracelets gained their iconic name after tennis player Chris Evert lost her diamond line bracelet during a match at the 1987 U.S. Open and requested a pause to find it