Natural Diamond (or Lab-Grown, requiring advanced spectroscopic testing to differentiate definitively)
Natural Diamond (or Lab-Grown, requiring advanced spectroscopic testing to differentiate definitively) · Round Brilliant
Very Good to Excellent Cut
Carat
Estimated approximately 1.0 to 1.5 carats based on visual proportions relative to ring scale
Color
Estimated G-H (near colorless)
Clarity
Estimated VS1-VS2 (very slightly included)
Shape
Round Brilliant
Overall Assessment
A stunning and classic round brilliant diamond securely housed in a bold, polished yellow gold bezel setting, offering a brilliant display of light and robust everyday durability.
Cut Quality
Very Good to Excellent
Brilliance
High white light return, exceptionally bright across the crown facets
Fire
Moderate to high spectral dispersion visible in well-lit environments
Scintillation
Good flash and pattern uniformity with balanced light and dark areas
Proportions
Standard modern round brilliant cuts with a table of approximately 55-58% and total depth around 60-62%
Symmetry
Good to Very Good
Polish
Very Good
Fluorescence
Faint to None
Inclusions
Minor pinpoints or small crystals visible only under magnification
Blemishes
Minor surface polish lines typical of hand-finished or older settings
Origin
Natural geological origin (or standard HPHT/CVD lab-created origin)
Treatment Detection
No obvious signs of fracture filling, coating, or artificial enhancement detected visually
Estimated Value
$4,000 - $8,000 USD depending on exact certification and weight verification
Certification Estimate
GIA or IGI with estimated grade of G color, VS2 clarity
Investment Potential
Stable retention of value typical of classic round brilliant diamonds in popular metal settings
Similar Diamonds
Standard high-grade 1-carat round brilliant diamonds set in yellow gold bezels
Setting Suggestions
Heavy gold bezel setting as currently styled, emphasizing a bold, contemporary, or vintage-inspired look
Care & Maintenance
Regular professional cleaning in ultrasonic baths and periodic inspection of the bezel metal to ensure secure stone retention
Interesting Facts
The bezel setting securely wraps around the entire girdle of the diamond, offering superior protection against impacts compared to prong settings