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We’ve compiled a list of tips to help you choose a diamond that doesn’t break your budget.  

The 4C’s of a diamond are the standards we grade diamonds on. Cut, Color, Clarity and Carat weight, are all characteristics of a diamond and the most relevant in terms of determining what you’re looking for when setting a budget.

Diamonds come in all shapes: heart, pear, marquise, baguette… But the one shape that beats them all is the round brilliant cut: 57 facets polished perfectly, bringing out the diamond’s brilliance, sparkle and fire in the best possible way. Did you know that the brilliant cut has been considered the ideal diamond cut for almost a 100 years now, and there’s a fascinating story behind it?

You probably already know what a diamond is: A precious gemstone, the hardest material on earth, a sparkly accessory, a girls best friend, forever - do we need to go on? But did you ever wonder what a diamond is made of, or how it came into existence? If you didn’t, you’re probably wondering right now, so luckily we’re here to give you all the answers!