Natural (Commercial Melee)
Natural (Commercial Melee) · Round Brilliant
Fair to Poor Cut
Carat
0.03 - 0.05 carats per stone (Estimated)
Color
I - J (Near Colorless)
Clarity
I1 - I2 (Included)
Shape
Round Brilliant
Overall Assessment
A series of small, commercial-quality natural round diamonds set in a bar or channel style mounting. The stones show significant internal inclusions that impact transparency.
Cut Quality
Fair to Poor
Brilliance
Low; limited white light return due to heavy inclusions
Fire
Minimal; spectral color dispersion is muted by clarity characteristics
Scintillation
Poor; uneven light and dark patterns
Proportions
Shallow crown, large table, uneven girdles
Symmetry
Fair
Polish
Fair
Fluorescence
None observed
Inclusions
Clouding, feathers, and multiple internal crystal clusters visible to the naked eye
Blemishes
Minor surface abrasions and chipping on the girdle edges consistent with wear
Origin
Natural; likely sourced from major mining operations in Russia or Botswana
Treatment Detection
None detected; standard untreated commercial stones
Estimated Value
$10 - $25 per stone (Wholesale market price)
Certification Estimate
Normally not individually certified due to size; GIA/IGI would likely grade overall as Commercial Melee grades
Investment Potential
Low; standard decorative stones with minimal resale appreciation
Similar Diamonds
Standard commercial melee used in multi-stone jewelry and accent pieces
Setting Suggestions
Channel or pave settings in white or yellow gold for eternity bands
Care & Maintenance
Avoid ultrasonic cleaners if feathers reach the surface; clean with mild soap and soft brush
Interesting Facts
Stones of this clarity (I-range) are often called 'salt and pepper' or 'frozen' when inclusions are dense