Non-diamond (Glass/Quartz)

Non-diamond (Glass/Quartz) · Rough/Uncut (Amorphous Shard)

N/A (Unfaceted) Cut

Non-diamond (Glass/Quartz) - Rough/Uncut (Amorphous Shard)

Carat

Estimated 10-20 carats based on size relative to hand

Color

Colorless to Near-Colorless

Clarity

Included (I3 / Opaque regions)

Shape

Rough/Uncut (Amorphous Shard)

Overall Assessment

This specimen is not a diamond. It is a piece of transparent glass or quartz characterized by conchoidal fractures and lack of crystalline structure.

Cut Quality

N/A (Unfaceted)

Brilliance

Low (Surface reflection only)

Fire

Weak (Thin-film interference in fractures)

Scintillation

None

Proportions

N/A (Irregular shard)

Symmetry

Poor (Irregular)

Polish

Poor (Non-existent on raw surfaces)

Fluorescence

None visible

Inclusions

Heavy internal fracturing, step-like cleavage patterns, and debris

Blemishes

Conchoidal fractures, jagged edges, and surface scratches

Origin

Likely industrial glass or natural quartz

Treatment Detection

None detected; appears to be raw waste material

Estimated Value

Negligible market value ($1 - $5)

Certification Estimate

Unlikely to be certified by major labs like GIA as a gemstone

Investment Potential

Zero (Industrial/decorative value only)

Similar Diamonds

None; this material lack the refractive index of diamond

Setting Suggestions

Not suitable for jewelry settings due to sharpness and fragility

Care & Maintenance

Handle with care as edges appear sharp and prone to chipping

Interesting Facts

The scalloped (conchoidal) fracture pattern is a primary indicator that this is glass or silica rather than diamond

Identified on 5/10/2026