CUT
Cut defines a diamond's proportions and symmetry to drive its visual performance: intense white light (brilliance), rainbow flashes (fire), and dynamic sparkle (scintillation).
More About the 4Cs
While cut is popular, all four factors—Cut, Color, Clarity, and Carat weight (the 4 Cs)—determine a diamond's total value and beauty. Understanding how they work together helps you choose the perfect diamond.
CARAT
Carats measure a diamond's weight (1 carat = 100 points), easily determined on a scale. Visual size depends on cut, and two equal-weight diamonds can vary drastically in value based on color and clarity.
Savings Tip: Look at stones 10–15 points smaller (e.g., 1.1ct vs. 1.2ct)—you'll get the same visual look for less.
Savings Tip: Look at stones 10–15 points smaller (e.g., 1.1ct vs. 1.2ct)—you'll get the same visual look for less.
COLOR
Setting aside fancy colors, the rarest and most valuable diamonds are completely colorless (graded D). Most Jared diamonds fall into the "near colorless" range (G to J), offering a white appearance at a more accessible price before subtle yellow tints become noticeable at grade J and below.
CLARITY
Clarity measures how free a diamond is from light-blocking flaws. Internal flaws are called inclusions, while surface flaws are blemishes.
Savings Tip: If a stone looks clean to your naked eye (like an SI2-grade), choosing a lower clarity grade saves money without sacrificing visible beauty.
Savings Tip: If a stone looks clean to your naked eye (like an SI2-grade), choosing a lower clarity grade saves money without sacrificing visible beauty.
4 Cs of Diamond - Cut, Color, Clarity & Carat | Jared