Natural Diamond (likely)
Natural Diamond (likely) · Round Brilliant
Very Good to Excellent Cut
Carat
Approx. 1.00 - 1.25 carats
Color
G - H (Near Colorless)
Clarity
VS1 - VS2
Shape
Round Brilliant
Overall Assessment
A classic, well-cut round brilliant diamond mounted in a secure 6-prong pendant bail, offering strong brilliance and an eye-clean appearance
Cut Quality
Very Good to Excellent
Brilliance
High brightness and white light return
Fire
Good spectral dispersion creating flashes of colored light
Scintillation
Strong sparkle with balanced light and dark contrast areas
Proportions
Standard modern round brilliant proportions with balanced table and depth percentages
Symmetry
Good to Very Good
Polish
Very Good
Fluorescence
None to Faint
Inclusions
Minor pinpoints or small crystals visible under 10x magnification, eye-clean
Blemishes
None readily apparent from visual inspection
Origin
Natural terrestrial origin
Treatment Detection
No obvious signs of clarity enhancement, coating, or high-pressure high-temperature (HPHT) treatment
Estimated Value
$5,000 - $8,000 USD depending on exact certification and grading parameters
Certification Estimate
GIA or IGI grading expected if formally submitted
Investment Potential
Standard holding value typical of commercial-grade natural diamonds
Similar Diamonds
Standard high-grade commercial round brilliant diamonds of approximately 1 carat
Setting Suggestions
Classic 6-prong platinum or 14k white gold solitaire pendant or ring setting
Care & Maintenance
Clean with warm soapy water and a soft brush; professional ultrasonic cleaning recommended periodically
Interesting Facts
The 6-prong peg head setting style provides maximum light entry while securely holding the round brilliant cut stone