Natural Colored Diamond (or potentially treated fancy yellow-brown diamond)
Natural Colored Diamond (or potentially treated fancy yellow-brown diamond) · Cushion Modified Brilliant
Good Cut
Carat
Estimated 3.50 to 4.50 carats
Color
Fancy Deep Brownish Orange or Fancy Dark Yellow-Orange
Clarity
Estimated VS2 to SI1
Shape
Cushion Modified Brilliant
Overall Assessment
A striking and vibrant fancy-colored diamond with strong visual impact, warm autumnal hues, and significant potential value pending a formal laboratory report
Cut Quality
Good
Brilliance
Moderate to High, concentrated by the deep pavilion and warm color tones
Fire
Subtle dispersion typical of colored diamonds
Scintillation
Good flash effect with broad facet reflection patterns
Proportions
Deep pavilion with a slightly small table facet, characteristic of antique or fancy-color maximizing cuts
Symmetry
Good
Polish
Very Good
Fluorescence
Faint to Medium Yellow under UV light
Inclusions
Minor pinpoints and feather inclusions visible under high magnification
Blemishes
Minor natural surface graining
Origin
Likely African or Australian origin if natural
Treatment Detection
Requires advanced spectroscopic testing (FTIR/PL) to rule out HPHT annealing for color enhancement
Estimated Value
Varies significantly based on natural vs. treated origin; estimated between $15,000 to $45,000 USD
Certification Estimate
GIA Colored Diamond Grading Report with grade Fancy Deep Orange
Investment Potential
High potential due to the rarity of natural orange hues in the colored diamond market
Similar Diamonds
Natural fancy orange and yellowish-orange cushion-cut diamonds auctioned by major houses
Setting Suggestions
Yellow gold or rose gold prong setting to enhance the warm, fiery orange tones
Care & Maintenance
Clean with warm soapy water and a soft brush; avoid harsh ultrasonic cleaners if inclusion levels are high
Interesting Facts
Pure natural orange diamonds are among the rarest colored diamonds in the world, deriving their color from a rare distortion in the crystal lattice