Natural Rough Diamond
Natural Rough Diamond · Rough/Uncut (Macle/Crystalline Structure)
Not Applicable (Uncut) Cut
Carat
Estimated 2.5 - 4.5 carats based on finger scale
Color
Estimated D-F (Colorless)
Clarity
Estimated SI range due to internal graining and surface reaching feathers
Shape
Rough/Uncut (Macle/Crystalline Structure)
Overall Assessment
A high-quality colorless rough diamond fragment showing good transparency but significant internal structural complexity.
Cut Quality
Not Applicable (Uncut)
Brilliance
Low (typical of uncut rough)
Fire
Low (requires faceting to reveal dispersion)
Scintillation
Minimal (restricted to surface reflections)
Proportions
N/A - Irregular rough fragment
Symmetry
Not Applicable (Rough)
Polish
Not Applicable (Natural Surface)
Fluorescence
Cannot be determined without UV light
Inclusions
Prominent internal feathers, cleavage planes, and graining visible
Blemishes
Surface percussion marks and trigons typical of rough diamonds
Origin
Likely Alluvial source (common in Africa or South America)
Treatment Detection
No visible treatments; appears in its natural state
Estimated Value
$1,000 - $3,500 depending on projected yield and final clarity
Certification Estimate
GIA Rough Diamond Inspection (likely colorless rough)
Investment Potential
Moderate; value is speculative until the stone is cut and polished
Similar Diamonds
Uncut octahedral or macle rough crystals
Setting Suggestions
Best suited for a bespoke 'Rough Diamond' organic setting or lapidary faceting
Care & Maintenance
Safe to clean with ultrasonic, but avoid sharp impacts on cleavage planes
Interesting Facts
Rough diamonds often lose 50-60% of their weight during the cutting and polishing process.