Natural Diamond
Natural Diamond · Round Brilliant
Very Good Cut
Carat
1.00 - 1.25 ct (estimated visually based on diameter proportions)
Color
G - H (near colorless with subtle cool undertones)
Clarity
VS1 - VS2 (very slightly included, eye-clean under normal viewing conditions)
Shape
Round Brilliant
Overall Assessment
A classic, high-quality round brilliant natural diamond offering a great balance of size, visual whiteness, and eye-clean clarity suitable for fine engagement jewelry
Cut Quality
Very Good
Brilliance
High brightness and white light return due to optimal pavilion angles
Fire
Good dispersion of spectral colors, producing noticeable rainbow flashes
Scintillation
Well-balanced pattern of light and dark areas with lively sparkle during movement
Proportions
Standard standard round brilliant proportions with table estimated at 55-58% and total depth around 60-62%
Symmetry
Good
Polish
Good
Fluorescence
Faint to Medium Blue
Inclusions
Minor pinpoint inclusions and small feathers visible under magnification, not affecting eye-clean appearance
Blemishes
Minor surface scratches on facet junctions typical of loose stones
Origin
Natural mined diamond, likely originating from Canada, Russia, or Southern Africa
Treatment Detection
No obvious signs of HPHT treatment, fracture filling, or coating detected under standard visual analysis
Estimated Value
$5,000 - $7,500 USD (dependent on precise weight, certified color, and clarity verification)
Certification Estimate
GIA or IGI grading likely; estimated GIA report: G color, VS2 clarity, Very Good cut
Investment Potential
Moderate stability; standard 1-carat round diamonds maintain steady liquidity and moderate long-term value retention
Similar Diamonds
Standard 1.00 ct round brilliant diamonds graded GIA G-VS2 with Very Good cut grades
Setting Suggestions
Classic 6-prong or 4-prong solitaire setting in platinum or 18k white gold to maximize white brilliance
Care & Maintenance
Clean regularly with warm soapy water and a soft-bristled brush; store separately in a fabric-lined box to avoid scratching other jewelry
Interesting Facts
The round brilliant cut features 58 facets specifically engineered by mathematician Marcel Tolkowsky in 1919 to maximize brilliance and fire