Natural Diamond or high-quality Lab-Grown Diamond
Natural Diamond or high-quality Lab-Grown Diamond · Round Brilliant
Very Good to Excellent Cut
Carat
Estimated 1.50 to 2.00 carats
Color
G-H (Near Colorless)
Clarity
VS2-SI1 (based on visible internal features)
Shape
Round Brilliant
Overall Assessment
A substantial round brilliant stone with eye-clean appearance and strong light performance.
Cut Quality
Very Good to Excellent
Brilliance
Strong white light return
Fire
Good dispersion of spectral colors
Scintillation
Strong sparkle with a balanced pattern of light and dark areas
Proportions
Moderate table size with steep pavilion angles visible
Symmetry
Very Good
Polish
Good to Very Good
Fluorescence
Unable to determine without UV light; appears none to faint
Inclusions
Feather and crystal visible under the table and near the girdle
Blemishes
Minor surface scratches and dust particles visible
Origin
Potential African or Russian origin (Natural) or CVD/HPHT lab indicator
Treatment Detection
No obvious signs of fracture filling; HPHT treatment possible if lab-grown
Estimated Value
$10,000 - $18,000 (if Natural), $1,500 - $3,000 (if Lab)
Certification Estimate
Likely GIA or IGI; estimated G-H color with VS2 clarity
Investment Potential
Moderate (Natural round briliants maintain value best; Lab-grown has low resale)
Similar Diamonds
Round brilliant diamonds of similar 8mm diameter
Setting Suggestions
Placing this in a 4-prong solitaire platinum or white gold setting to maximize light entry
Care & Maintenance
Clean regularly with soft brush and warm soapy water; check prongs every 6 months
Interesting Facts
The round brilliant cut is engineered specifically for maximum light return and scintillation.