Rough Diamond Crystal (Uncut)
Rough Diamond Crystal (Uncut) · Natural Octahedral/Rough Fragment
Not Applicable (Uncut) Cut
Carat
Estimated 2.0 to 5.0 carats based on visible scale
Color
J-L (Faint Yellow/Grey tint visible)
Clarity
I1-I2 (Significant internal veining and structural imperfections)
Shape
Natural Octahedral/Rough Fragment
Overall Assessment
A genuine natural rough diamond specimen with visible growth characteristics, suitable for a collector or for cutting into smaller commercial grade stones.
Cut Quality
Not Applicable (Uncut)
Brilliance
Low (Requires faceting to display light return)
Fire
Low (Minimal spectral dispersion in rough state)
Scintillation
Low (Visible only on natural crystal faces)
Proportions
Indeterminate (Rough specimen)
Symmetry
None (Rough/Asymmetric)
Polish
Natural skin (unpolished)
Fluorescence
Non-detectable under white light
Inclusions
Visible internal twinning wisps, crystals, and feathers
Blemishes
Surface trigons and growth lines consistent with natural rough
Origin
Likely Alluvial source (potentially African origin)
Treatment Detection
None detected; appears to be in its natural state
Estimated Value
$400 - $1,200 per carat in current rough state
Certification Estimate
GIA (Rough Identification Report)
Investment Potential
Low to Medium; value depends on potential yield of faceted stones
Similar Diamonds
Alluvial diamond crystals and Kimberlite specimens
Setting Suggestions
Specimen display or custom 'Rough' jewelry design like a claw-set pendant
Care & Maintenance
Safe to clean with ultrasonic or warm soapy water; avoid extreme impacts
Interesting Facts
The surface displays 'trigons', which are triangular growth marks unique to natural diamonds.