Non-diamond / Likely Glass or Quartz
Non-diamond / Likely Glass or Quartz · Rough / Irregular Fragment
Uncut / Raw Shell Cut
Carat
Estimated 10-20 carats based on finger scale
Color
Colorless to Near-Colorless
Clarity
Included (I3 equivalent or lower)
Shape
Rough / Irregular Fragment
Overall Assessment
This specimen is not a diamond. It lacks the refractive index, adamantine luster, and crystalline structure of a gemstone. It is most likely a fragment of glass or clear quartz.
Cut Quality
Uncut / Raw Shell
Brilliance
Low (Surface reflection only)
Fire
None visible
Scintillation
None
Proportions
Jagged, non-geometric
Symmetry
N/A
Polish
None (Rough surface)
Fluorescence
Unknown without UV source
Inclusions
Heavy veining, feathering, and large internal fractures
Blemishes
Chipped edges and conchoidal fractures
Origin
Likely industrial glass or common quartz fragment
Treatment Detection
None apparent; appears to be raw waste material
Estimated Value
Minimal ($1 - $20 USD)
Certification Estimate
Unlikely to be certified by GIA/AGS as a diamond
Investment Potential
None
Similar Diamonds
None; resembles beach glass or slag glass
Setting Suggestions
Not suitable for traditional jewelry settings
Care & Maintenance
Handle with care as edges appear sharp and prone to further splintering
Interesting Facts
The conchoidal (shell-like) fracture patterns are highly characteristic of glass or silica-based minerals rather than the cubic cleavage of a diamond.