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Cut Grade (5.42)

The research of the cut grade system by GIA included a ray-tracing program and computer modeling programs. Eventually it came down to human observation.

Cut Grade (5.42)

The research of the cut grade system by GIA included a ray-tracing program and computer modeling programs. Eventually it came down to human observation.

Measuring Crown Angles (5.11)

Calculating crown angles of a diamond.

Measuring Crown Angles (5.11)

Calculating crown angles of a diamond.

Crown Angle (5.10)

At 34 ½˚, the angle of dispersion is excellent but as GIA has formulated there are many other variations that are acceptable for an excellent cut grade. At 30˚ one...

Crown Angle (5.10)

At 34 ½˚, the angle of dispersion is excellent but as GIA has formulated there are many other variations that are acceptable for an excellent cut grade. At 30˚ one...

Transmitted Light (5.07)

Transmitted light is the light that enters the diamond.

Transmitted Light (5.07)

Transmitted light is the light that enters the diamond.

Study Questions for Sections 3 & 4

Study questions for sections 3 and Section 4.

Study Questions for Sections 3 & 4

Study questions for sections 3 and Section 4.

Diamond Trade Language in Weight (4.07)

The diamond trade uses a certain jargon to describe carat weight of a diamond. For example points instead of saying zero point eight seven carat would would say eight-seven points....

Diamond Trade Language in Weight (4.07)

The diamond trade uses a certain jargon to describe carat weight of a diamond. For example points instead of saying zero point eight seven carat would would say eight-seven points....