GEMHUB Natural Loose Diamonds
Natural diamonds are created under the pressure of earth's crust over millions of years, then they are mined, cut and polished.
A Natural Diamond is made from carbon and is the hardest natural known substance on earth. Natural diamonds are created over a period of one to three billion years, at least 85 miles below the earth's mantle under natural conditions of very high pressure and high temperature.
Diamonds are the hardest known mineral and receive a 10 on the Mohs Scale of Hardness. Because of this exceptional score, diamonds are very durable and ideal for everyday wear. This contributes to their popularity as engagement rings’ center gemstones.
A diamond’s quality is determined by the 4C’s:
Cut: Quality of the angles, proportions, facets, and finishing details. The most important of all the diamond characteristics as it most readily impacts a diamond’s beauty.
Color: How colorless the diamond is. A diamond should look white or colorless to the naked eye. Ensure the Color does not distract or interfere with white and colored light reflection.
Clarity: How clean the diamond is of inclusions and blemishes. Blemishes and inclusions should not distract from the brilliance or fire of a diamond.
Carat: The weight of the diamond. Be open to lowering your Carat weight to ensure you purchase a stunning diamond.