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The Role of the Upper and Lower Halves (5.37)
These additional 32 facets (halves) reflect the light into a multitude of directions. Without them, only slight brilliance is apparent, since the light is then reflecting in far fewer directions.
The Role of the Upper and Lower Halves (5.37)
These additional 32 facets (halves) reflect the light into a multitude of directions. Without them, only slight brilliance is apparent, since the light is then reflecting in far fewer directions.
Upper and Lower Halves (5.36)
Upper and lower girdle facets (also known as halves), include 32 facets, 16 on top and 16 on bottom, that add additional brilliance to a diamond.
Upper and Lower Halves (5.36)
Upper and lower girdle facets (also known as halves), include 32 facets, 16 on top and 16 on bottom, that add additional brilliance to a diamond.
The Overall Appearance of the Girdle (5.35)
The girdle is an important part of the diamond for its protectiveness against damage, but it must also be attractive since it is easily viewed.
The Overall Appearance of the Girdle (5.35)
The girdle is an important part of the diamond for its protectiveness against damage, but it must also be attractive since it is easily viewed.
A Faceted Girdle (5.34)
Faceted girdles add little, if any, additional brilliance or dispersion to a stone, but in the case of a fish-eye, the reflected girdle is more aesthetically pleasing.
A Faceted Girdle (5.34)
Faceted girdles add little, if any, additional brilliance or dispersion to a stone, but in the case of a fish-eye, the reflected girdle is more aesthetically pleasing.
Girdle Thickness and Color Grade (5.32)
A thicker gray (bruted), girdle to detract yellow. It can make a difference of a half a grade when a G color or lower is in question.
Girdle Thickness and Color Grade (5.32)
A thicker gray (bruted), girdle to detract yellow. It can make a difference of a half a grade when a G color or lower is in question.