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Diamonds from the Diamond Capital of the world…Antwerp, Belgium Mitchell’s Jewelry has direct access to the world’s finest Antwerp diamond suppliers as this area’s exclusive Master Independent Jewelers Organization (IJO) Jeweler. Our twice annual buying trips to the Diamond Capital of the World, Antwerp, Belgium, gives us a unique opportunity to examine huge inventories of exquisitely cut diamonds to find the very best selections for our customers. Mitchell’s Jewelry is the IJO’s number one Antwerp diamond importer. Mitchell’s Jewelry has diamonds to fit your occasion, taste and budget. As part of the Antwerp Diamond experience, we are proud to present the Royal Diamond. Every Royal Diamond is accompanied by an International Diamond Passport which contains all the information related to your diamond’s weight, color, clarity, brilliance, original rough weight, ID number and country of origin. We are always happy to add to your diamond knowledge and hope you will find the information regarding the 4 Cs of diamonds helpful. We want you to feel comfortable knowing you have made an educated diamond decision. A gift given as a token of your love should be everything you hoped for. The 4 C’s of Diamonds Carat is the measurement of a diamond’s weight. A carat is equal to 100 points. Large diamonds are rare and have a greater value per carat. Letters of the alphabet represent the Color grading of a diamond. Diamonds come in every color of the spectrum but the most popular color remains white. Colorless diamonds are very rare. Diamonds are graded by color and given designations dependant on how far they deviate from the purest white. Colorless stones are graded D. Color grading continues down through the alphabet with each letter designating a more yellow tint. Common colors grades are E, F, G, H and I. Colorful diamonds, known as fancies, are valued for their depth of color just as white diamonds are valued for their lack of color. Fancies come in many color ranges from red to canary yellow to blue, green and brown. A diamond’s Clarity is affected by any external irregularities and internal imperfections created by nature when the diamond was formed. Imperfections such as spots, bubbles or lines are called inclusions. Inclusions interfere with the passage of light through the stone, diminishing the sparkle and value of the diamond. Clarity is graded on a scale ranging from Flawless (FL or IF) to Imperfect (I). Other Clarity grades that fall in between include the following: VVS Very Very Slightly Included; VS Very Slightly Included and SI Slightly Included. To be graded flawless, a diamond must have no inclusions visible to a trained eye under a 10x magnification in good light, whereas, a diamond graded Imperfect has inclusions visible to the eye. Each diamond is cut according to an exact mathematical formula. The most common cut, the round brilliant, has 58 facets, or small, flat, polished planes designed to yield the maximum amount of light to be reflected back to the viewer. This reflection, known as brilliance, is an extremely important factor in evaluating the quality of a diamond. A poorly cut diamond will actually loose light and appears dull. The widest circumference of a diamond is known as the girdle. Above the girdle of a brilliant cut diamond are 32 facets plus the table, the largest and the topmost facet. Below the girdle are 24 facets plus the cutlet, or point. Cut is also used to describe the shape of a diamond. In addition to the round brilliant, other popular cuts include emerald, teardrop or pear, oval and princess. A Diamond is Forever While fashion and fads make their way in and out of the mainstream, diamond jewelry remains classic. A quality diamond will last a lifetime and is often enjoyed as a treasured heirloom. Classic diamond jewelry is right for any occasion, never going out of style. When it comes to other types of diamond jewelry, such as a Diamond Solitaire Necklaces and Diamond Solitaire Earrings, purchase the diamond that captures the brilliance of the moment. Choosing a quality diamond to celebrate life's most intimate occasions is a truly rewarding experience for the one who gives as well as for the one who receives. While all diamonds are beautiful, only by comparing diamonds will you be able to appreciate what makes one more rare and valuable than another. When you view diamonds side by side, you'll understand why diamonds that look similar at a casual glance are priced differently. Keep in mind that there are no "bargain" diamonds; there are only diamonds of different value, weight and brilliance. Diamond Trade In Our tremendous relationship with our diamond suppliers in Antwerp, Belgium, ensures Mitchell’s Jewelry will provide quality diamonds to you at prices that CANNOT be beat. If at any time you would like to upgrade and trade in your diamond purchased from us, we will gladly apply the purchase price of your diamond toward a larger diamond. Diamond Care A diamond is the hardest substance known to man, making it resistant to deterioration. When cared for properly, diamond jewelry can be worn every day and passed on as an heirloom to the next generation. However, your diamond can be damaged and should be cared for appropriately. q Keep your jewelry separated by using a fabric lined jewelry box with dividers to store your jewelry items q Put your jewelry away if you are doing rough work that may chip your diamond q Clean your diamond jewelry regularly with a commercial cleaner or a mild detergent q Do not allow your jewelry to come in contact with chlorine bleach or other harsh chemicals q Let us professionally clean your jewelry and check your prongs for wear at least once per year
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