Not a diamond; appears to be raw quartz, glass, or resin/amber-like organic material based on the irregular, elongated, and fibrous amorphous structure shown in the image.
Not a diamond; appears to be raw quartz, glass, or resin/amber-like organic material based on the irregular, elongated, and fibrous amorphous structure shown in the image. · Rough irregular elongated shard
Uncut / Raw (Not faceted) Cut
Carat
Not applicable (non-diamond material)
Color
Colorless to pale yellowish brown
Clarity
Included / heavily included (Non-gem grade)
Shape
Rough irregular elongated shard
Overall Assessment
The specimen displayed in the image lacks the characteristic crystal habit, hardness, optical properties, and facet structure of a diamond, identifying it instead as a common non-gem mineral shard or glass.
Cut Quality
Uncut / Raw (Not faceted)
Brilliance
Low to moderate vitreous luster
Fire
Minimal to none
Scintillation
Poor due to lack of facets and symmetry
Proportions
Not applicable for raw mineral fragments
Symmetry
Asymmetric / Natural raw form
Polish
Unpolished raw surface
Fluorescence
Unknown without UV testing
Inclusions
Numerous internal fractures, veining, and cloud-like inclusions
Blemishes
Natural surface roughness and chips
Origin
Natural mineral or synthetic resin/glass fragment
Treatment Detection
Visual inspection suggests raw natural mineral or manufactured material without standard diamond enhancements
Estimated Value
Nominal / Low value (decorative or mineral specimen only)
Certification Estimate
Cannot be certified as a diamond; minor gemological labs would identify it simply as quartz or glass
Investment Potential
None as an investment asset
Similar Diamonds
None (this specimen is not a diamond)
Setting Suggestions
Wire-wrapped or organic bezel setting if used for craft jewelry
Care & Maintenance
Store separately to prevent scratching softer materials; clean with mild soapy water
Interesting Facts
Often mistaken by novices for rough diamond crystals due to surface transparency and elongated crystal habit