Did you know that in determining a diamond's cut grade, GIA takes into account its proportions, polish and symmetry, assigning a grade ranging from Excellent to Poor? This video explains the GIA Cut Scale and how GIA determines cut grades for round brilliant cut diamonds. | 4Cs of Diamond Quality by GIA

Did you know that there is much more to cut than the basic shape of a diamond? How a diamond is cut and polished directly affects the amount of sparkle and brilliance that comes off the stone when it interacts with light, how light strikes the surface, how much enters the diamond and how and in what form light returns to your eye. Watch to learn more about diamond cut grading by GIA! | 4Cs of Diamond Quality by GIA

31 reactions · 12 shares | Diamonds are known for their brilliant sparkle and the intensity in which they reflect light.  A diamond’s cut is one of the most important (and visual) aspects to consider when grading a diamond, as it directly determines the diamond’s fire, brilliance and scintillation. Learn more about diamond cuts, here: https://bit.ly/3qp6yu0  #4Cs #diamonds #iloveshimansky | Shimansky South Africa | Facebook