Natural Earth-Mined Diamond
Natural Earth-Mined Diamond · Round Brilliant Cut
Fair to Good (Visible crown height and somewhat shallow table) Cut
Carat
Approximately 0.40 - 0.55 carats based on finger size comparison
Color
Estimated I - K (Near Colorless to Faint Yellow tint visible)
Clarity
Estimated I1 - I2 (Inclusions are visible to the naked eye, particularly clouds/feathers)
Shape
Round Brilliant Cut
Overall Assessment
A standard commercial-grade diamond stud. The stone shows significant internal clouding and a slight face-up tint, typical of everyday fashion jewelry rather than investment-grade stones.
Cut Quality
Fair to Good (Visible crown height and somewhat shallow table)
Brilliance
Moderate; hampered by clarity inclusions and surface film
Fire
Low (Muted due to internal clouding affecting light dispersion)
Scintillation
Fair (Darker areas near the girdle suggest light leakage)
Proportions
Standard Round Brilliant proportions with a slightly large table percentage
Symmetry
Good (Facet junctions appear aligned, though slightly asymmetrical)
Polish
Good (Surface shows typical wear and tear/dirt buildup)
Fluorescence
Indeterminable from photo; possibly None to Faint
Inclusions
Heavy clouding throughout the center and visible feathers near the 4 o'clock position
Blemishes
Minor surface scratches and significant dust/oil buildup
Origin
Likely African or Russian origin based on typical commercial inventory
Treatment Detection
No obvious signs of HPHT or fracture filling; appears untreated commercial grade
Estimated Value
$600 - $900 USD (Retail secondary market value)
Certification Estimate
Likely GIA or IGI (Est: I-K color, I1 clarity)
Investment Potential
Low; common grade for commercial jewelry with high supply
Similar Diamonds
Standard commercial-grade diamond studs found in major retail jewelry stores
Setting Suggestions
Yellow gold 4-prong stud setting (currently shown); white gold would highlight the tinted color
Care & Maintenance
Professional ultrasonic cleaning or warm soapy water with a soft brush to remove oils
Interesting Facts
The 'I' clarity grade refers to 'Included,' meaning the internal marks are visible without a loupe