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Refractive Index (5.04)

Diamond's refractive  index is much higher than most other gemstones. Light bends because the specific material structure slows it down as it enters.

Refractive Index (5.04)

Diamond's refractive  index is much higher than most other gemstones. Light bends because the specific material structure slows it down as it enters.

The Anatomy of a Brilliant Cut Diamond (5.02)

A diamond brilliant cut is not just for round brilliant. A modified round brilliant. Brilliant cuts versus step cuts.

The Anatomy of a Brilliant Cut Diamond (5.02)

A diamond brilliant cut is not just for round brilliant. A modified round brilliant. Brilliant cuts versus step cuts.

Cut Versus Shape (5.01)

The cut of a diamond versus the shape of the diamond. Descriptions of brilliance, scintillation and dispersion. The make of a diamond.

Cut Versus Shape (5.01)

The cut of a diamond versus the shape of the diamond. Descriptions of brilliance, scintillation and dispersion. The make of a diamond.

Section 5 Cut

Section 5 Cut

Section 5 Cut

Section 5 Cut

Study Questions for Sections 3 & 4

Mastering Diamond Study Questions for Section 3 Diamond Basics and Section 4 Carat Weight.

Study Questions for Sections 3 & 4

Mastering Diamond Study Questions for Section 3 Diamond Basics and Section 4 Carat Weight.

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....