Natural (Rough / Uncut Diamond)
Natural (Rough / Uncut Diamond) · Rough crystal / Natural rounded shape (dodecahedral or octahedral rounded form)
Not applicable (Rough uncut stone) Cut
Carat
Estimated 1.5 to 2.5 carats based on visual scale
Color
Light yellow to off-white range (K-M equivalent or natural cape series)
Clarity
Included (I1-I2 equivalent due to natural internal cloudiness and crystal structure)
Shape
Rough crystal / Natural rounded shape (dodecahedral or octahedral rounded form)
Overall Assessment
An interesting and authentic natural diamond crystal in the rough, ideal for custom artisan jewelry or as a raw mineral specimen collector's item
Cut Quality
Not applicable (Rough uncut stone)
Brilliance
Low due to lack of facets and frosted natural surface
Fire
Minimal to none in current rough state
Scintillation
Absent due to unpolished and unfaceted nature
Proportions
Natural rough proportions, unfaceted
Symmetry
Natural asymmetrical crystal form
Polish
Natural unpolished surface texture (greasy or frosted crystal skin)
Fluorescence
Indeterminate from visual assessment (typically tested under UV)
Inclusions
Internal clouds, feathers, and potential crystal inclusions typical of raw diamond rough
Blemishes
Natural surface trigons, etch channels, and rough skin textures
Origin
Natural alluvial or primary kimberlite deposit origin
Treatment Detection
No treatments detected; completely untreated natural rough
Estimated Value
Varies by weight and purity, typically lower per carat in rough form until cut and polished
Certification Estimate
GIA Rough Diamond Evaluation or Kimberley Process Certificate of Origin
Investment Potential
Moderate, often holds value well as a unique collector piece or custom-cut candidate
Similar Diamonds
Other natural unpolished gem-quality diamond crystals
Setting Suggestions
Raw diamond organic bezel setting in yellow gold or platinum to highlight its natural Earth-mined state
Care & Maintenance
Standard ultrasonic cleaning with caution; avoid harsh acids as rough surfaces can trap debris
Interesting Facts
Rough diamonds retain the ancient geological journey from the Earth's mantle before human cutting and shaping