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TRILLION/TRIANGLE DIAMONDS Trillion cut diamonds or triangle diamonds are offbeat stones shaped like a triangle. Also known as trilliant cut, and a trillian, this particular diamond cut varies quite a bit due to its various curved and uncurved surfaces. The cut had been introduced in 1962 by the makers of the Asscher cut and was […]

The term blood diamonds sends a sense of horror. It actually denotes a diamond that has been illegally mined in order to finance an uprising or a guerilla type of war fare mainly in Africa and other Third World Countries. It all started with the civil war in Angola and much have been heard about […]

Not all natural diamonds are created equal. Natural diamonds have varying levels of inclusions and color variations. While some diamonds are flawless, there are other diamonds that have annoying black marks or inclusions in them. These are caused by trace minerals and other conditions that influence a diamond as it grows. Enhanced Diamonds And Clarity […]

5 Carat H VS2 Diamond Studs : Mineral Wells, Texas Shira Diamonds – Wholesale Diamonds & Custom Engagement Rings in Mineral Wells, Texas Looking for a pair of 5 carat diamond studs in Mineral Wells, Texas or a custom piece of diamond jewelry? At Shira Diamonds – Wholesale Diamonds & Custom Diamond Rings we design […]

Round Cut Diamond 0.51ct F SI1 EGL Certified 1/2 Carat Shira Diamonds – Wholesale Diamonds & Custom Engagement Rings Athens, Texas Looking for wholesale loose diamonds in Athens, Texas? At Shira Diamonds – Wholesale Diamonds & Custom Engagement Rings we offer real wholesale diamond prices. If you would like to view our loose diamonds and […]

The round diamond began to rise in popularity in 1919 with the publication of Marcel Tolkowsky’s thesis “Diamond Design: A Study of the Reflection and Refraction of Light in Diamond”. Tolkowsky’s work described the ideal proportions of a round cut diamond for maximizing light return (or brilliance) and dispersion (or fire). The original Tolkowsky specifications […]

Looking for the Best Round Diamonds in Dallas, Texas? It’s not just the festive season that’s almost upon us but the peak proposal season, too. Christmas Eve is the most popular day of the year for men to propose, with New Year’s Eve not far behind. Experts say those popping the question don’t necessarily need […]

THE OLD EUROPEAN CUT Historically, GIA has described unmodified round brilliant-cut diamonds as either “round brilliant” or “old European.” The old European cut was an early evolutionary stage in the progression toward the modern round brilliant. In general, trade professionals characterize old European cuts as having small table facets, heavy crowns, and overall “deep” or […]

THE GIA CUT-GRADING SYSTEM FOR UNMODIFIED BRILLIANT-CUT DIAMONDS In 2005, GIA introduced a cut-grading system for unmodified round brilliant cut diamonds. The name “unmodified round brilliant” was applied to a symmetrical round cut with a regular array of 58 facets, cut to modern standards. The system was the culmination of years of research that included […]

2 Carat Asscher Cut Diamonds in Dallas, Texas Shira Diamonds – Wholesale Diamonds & Custom Engagement Rings Asscher cut engagement rings are perfect if you want to go for diamonds with unique designs as they do not normally go with the usual diamond designs. The asscher cut has been a popular choice for more than […]