Enhanced Diamonds, Certified , and Necklace
Diamonds have been sought after by humans for well over 3000 years, at least. They have been used for everything from body adornment to medical and religious functions and continue to hold a fascination for many people. Each year, millions and millions of dollars are spent in search of, and procuring these unique stones, by people from all over the world.
MWdiamonds.com is an internet leader in providing information regarding all aspects of certified and enhanced diamonds to the general public. We believe that the inherent beauty and sparkle of a well cut diamond is something that should be treasured and preserved in an equally beautiful setting. We have therefore designed this website to assist prospective diamond buyers by providing the most up to date information available on diamond jewelry. We do not endorse any particular company, and the information we provide is intended to be as non-biased as possible.
The first evidence of human attraction to diamonds can be traced to India around 3000 years ago. Since that time, the human fascination with these stones has continued, largely unabated. Throughout history they have been used as religious icons and were believed to have mystical healing powers. They have been used as engraving tools, as well as tools of scientific research. And of course, they have been and continue to be a highly sought after body adornment. Fashion jewelry will always be a fashion statement.
Today, certified diamonds are almost always used for jewelry. A diamond necklace, ring, or set of earrings is a commonly given gift from a man to a woman, for any number of occasions. Engagement rings, for example, are almost always adorned with at least one diamond; although this practice is relatively new, having only been a “tradition” for about the last 75-100 years. Anniversaries and birthdays are also common occasions for a gift of diamonds.
When considering a diamond purchase, it is essential to understand what it is one is looking at. The number one aspect of diamond buying should be ensuring that the stone was certified by a well established, reputable gem laboratory. Uncertified stones, or those certified through unknown laboratories should be avoided, as they are often not correctly graded. Furthermore, it is vital to know whether or not a particular stone has been “enhanced”, meaning that additional processes such as laser drilling or crack sealing has taken place. Such processes are designed to increase the appearance of a stone, but many unscrupulous companies use these processes to artificially inflate the value of the diamond.
Certified diamonds are always graded according to the industry standard, otherwise known as the “4 C’s”. The “cut” of a stone refers to the general shape that it is fashioned into, such as round, princess or marquis cut stones. “Clarity” refers to whether the stone is completely clear, or has some degree of opaqueness. “Color” refers to, obviously, the color of the stone, with some stones exhibiting variations, including yellow and pink. And of course, “carat” refers to the size/weight of the stone. Each of these aspects is used to determine the overall value of the diamond in question.
Enhanced diamonds are treated after they are cut. They can have their color altered, either through a coating or through irradiation. The long term effects of some treatments are unknown. Since diamonds are sold on longevity, treatments are not usually performed on high quality stones, but instead are used to bring low quality stones up to a saleable status.