Natural Diamond (pavé-set melee diamonds)
Natural Diamond (pavé-set melee diamonds) · Round Brilliant
Good to Very Good Cut
Carat
Estimated total weight of the hoop approximately 0.50 to 1.00 carat (individual melee stones are roughly 0.01 to 0.02 carats each)
Color
G-H (Near Colorless)
Clarity
SI1 - SI2 (Small Inclusions)
Shape
Round Brilliant
Overall Assessment
A charming and classic pair of diamond hoop earrings featuring bright, well-matched melee diamonds set securely in a polished gold mounting, offering everyday elegance and reliable brilliance.
Cut Quality
Good to Very Good
Brilliance
Good white light return across the curved hoop path
Fire
Moderate spectral dispersion visible under direct light
Scintillation
Continuous sparkle created by the alternating light reflections of closely set melee stones
Proportions
Standard standard round melee proportions optimized for small-scale brilliance
Symmetry
Good
Polish
Good
Fluorescence
Faint to None
Inclusions
Minor pinpoints and small clouds typical of SI clarity melee diamonds, not visible to the naked eye
Blemishes
Minimal surface wear typical of mounted jewelry
Origin
Mixed parcel origin typical of commercial-grade diamond jewelry
Treatment Detection
No indications of enhancements; standard untreated natural diamonds
Estimated Value
$300 - $800 depending on the gold weight, karat purity, and overall craftsmanship of the mounting
Certification Estimate
Typically sold with an in-house jeweler appraisal rather than individual lab reports (such as GIA or AGS) due to the small size of the melee stones
Investment Potential
Low investment potential; fashion and fine jewelry typically depreciate upon purchase compared to investment-grade certified single stones
Similar Diamonds
Standard commercial melee diamond jewelry pieces found in major retail jewelry stores
Setting Suggestions
Classic pavé or shared-prong hoop earring setting in yellow, white, or rose gold
Care & Maintenance
Clean regularly with warm soapy water and a soft brush to remove oils from the tight settings; inspect prongs periodically to ensure stones remain secure
Interesting Facts
Melee diamonds like these require high precision in matching size, color, and clarity to create a uniform line of sparkle along curved metal surfaces