Natural diamond (standard melee size, typical for commercial jewelry pieces)
Natural diamond (standard melee size, typical for commercial jewelry pieces) · Round Brilliant
Good to Very Good (standard commercial melee cut) Cut
Carat
Estimated at approximately 0.05 to 0.10 carats per individual stone (total bracelet weight approximately 2.00 - 3.00 ctw)
Color
Estimated G-I (near colorless)
Clarity
Estimated SI1-SI2 (slightly included with minor internal feather or pinpoint inclusions visible under magnification)
Shape
Round Brilliant
Overall Assessment
A classic yellow gold tennis bracelet featuring an unbroken line of round brilliant natural diamonds. While individual stones are commercial melee grade (SI clarity, near-colorless), the piece offers timeless elegance and standard market value for pre-owned diamond jewelry
Cut Quality
Good to Very Good (standard commercial melee cut)
Brilliance
Moderate to good white light reflection, limited by small stone size and traditional S-link setting obstructions
Fire
Standard spectral color dispersion, subdued due to smaller carat weight per individual diamond
Scintillation
Good flash of light and dark areas typical of a continuous line bracelet design
Proportions
Standard commercial proportions with acceptable table percentage and depth for melee stones
Symmetry
Good (standard mass-produced multi-stone alignment)
Polish
Good (typical commercial finish with standard facet smoothness)
Fluorescence
Faint to None under standard UV light testing
Inclusions
Minor carbon spots and tiny feather inclusions typical of commercial-grade melee diamonds
Blemishes
Minor surface scratches or natural girdle imperfections typical in pre-owned jewelry
Origin
Mined natural diamonds, likely from mixed parcels originating from major commercial diamond producers (e.g., South Africa, Canada, or Australia)
Treatment Detection
No obvious signs of clarity enhancement, HPHT treatment, or coating detected under standard visual inspection
Estimated Value
Estimated retail market value between $400 - $800 depending on exact total carat weight, gold purity (e.g., 10K or 14K yellow gold), and overall condition
Certification Estimate
Not individually certified due to melee size; trade grade estimated by local appraisal at SI1-SI2 clarity, G-I color
Investment Potential
Low investment potential; commercial melee diamond jewelry primarily holds decorative or melt-down value rather than appreciating value
Similar Diamonds
Standard commercial melee parcels of round brilliant diamonds used in multi-stone jewelry settings
Setting Suggestions
Currently set in a classic S-link channel/prong-style yellow gold tennis bracelet. Recommended to maintain this traditional setting style
Care & Maintenance
Clean regularly with warm soapy water and a soft-bristled brush. Avoid harsh chemicals, ultrasonic cleaners if settings are worn, and store flat or wrapped separately to avoid scratching
Interesting Facts
The 'tennis bracelet' design gained immense popularity after tennis champion Chris Evert lost her diamond line bracelet during a 1987 US Open match and play was temporarily stopped to find it