Natural Diamond (Assessed from a vintage-style tennis bracelet)
Natural Diamond (Assessed from a vintage-style tennis bracelet) · Round Brilliant
Good to Very Good Cut
Carat
Estimated at approximately 0.05 to 0.10 carats per stone, totaling roughly 2.00 to 3.50 carats for the entire bracelet
Color
Estimated G-I (Near Colorless)
Clarity
Estimated SI1-SI2 (Slightly Included)
Shape
Round Brilliant
Overall Assessment
A classic, elegant tennis bracelet featuring uniform round brilliant diamonds set in a secure gold mounting, representing timeless jewelry craftsmanship
Cut Quality
Good to Very Good
Brilliance
Good white light return across multiple stones
Fire
Moderate spectral dispersion typical of small round brilliants
Scintillation
Active sparkle and flash pattern as expected from a continuous line of uniform stones
Proportions
Standard commercial round brilliant proportions designed for maximum yield and light return
Symmetry
Good
Polish
Good
Fluorescence
Indeterminate from photo, typically None to Faint in matched commercial goods
Inclusions
Typical tiny crystals or feathers visible under magnification, standard for commercial clarity grades
Blemishes
Minor surface scratches or natural remnants polished on girdle
Origin
Natural earth-mined origin, typical of traditional jewelry manufacturing
Treatment Detection
No obvious signs of fracture filling or coating; standard untreated goods
Estimated Value
Market value ranges between $800 to $2,500 USD depending on the gold weight (e.g., 14k/18k) and exact stone quality
Certification Estimate
Typically sold without individual lab certification; evaluated as a jewelry piece by local appraisers
Investment Potential
Low investment appreciation; evaluated primarily for sentimental and decorative retail value
Similar Diamonds
Standard commercial melee diamond parcels used in fine jewelry line items
Setting Suggestions
Currently mounted in a custom S-link or gallery tennis bracelet setting in yellow or white gold
Care & Maintenance
Regular professional cleaning in an ultrasonic bath and periodic prong checks to secure the stones
Interesting Facts
Tennis bracelets gained popularity in the 1980s after tennis star Chris Evert lost her diamond bracelet during a match at the US Open