Importance Of Symmetry And Girdle In Pear Diamonds

There are many different aspects of a diamond that will affect the overall pricing and quality of the stone. When referring to the performance of a diamond we are talking about the reflective qualities that it will possess. In order to have a diamond that has good performance, we need to look at the symmetry, girdle and four c's. In this article, I'll be explaining why these features are important and how they can effect the quality of the diamond.

The Symmetry

Symmetry is one of the most important aspects of any diamond. Without the correct symmetry a stone won't reflect as well as it could. With the pear shaped diamond, the symmetry is key. There are 58 facets cut into a pear diamond. Each one of these is an elongated triangle. A facet is a space on the stone that has been cut out to form a smooth and flat surface. They are important for fixing clarity problems. This means that a well cut pear diamond will be able to get rid of blemishes and inclusions. Facets should always be cut parallel to each other. This will ensure that the light has a number of different enter and exit points. Pear cuts are known for making a diamond look larger than other stones of the same carat weight. This is due to the light reflection properties, and is all credited to the symmetry.

The Girdle

The girdle of a diamond is the section of the stone that forms the main bulk of the shape itself. Depending on the girdle of the diamond will depend on the outcome of the shape as a whole. When measuring the girdle of a stone there are three different levels. These are; thin, medium and thick. Other measurements can be made in between these as well such as; thin-medium. The optimum girdle measurement is medium, however a thin or thick girdle won't affect the carat weight and therefore the costs.

The Four C's

Buyers should always make sure they know as much about the four c's as possible. These are; cut, clarity, colour and carat weight. By knowing everything there is to know about the four c's and how a stone is graded you will be able to make a more educated choice on what stone will suit your needs best. Out of all of these factors the carat weight has the biggest impact on the overall value of a diamond. A one carat diamond is roughly 0.2 grams and is worth around $7,500. A two carat diamond is worth a lot more than if two one carat diamonds were brought separately. This is because larger diamonds are much rarer, and, therefore, the price goes up considerably. For this reason, a lot of people choose to purchase to separate diamonds within a setting rather than just one large stone. This makes the purchase more cost effective. Remember to always look at the grading report prior to making the choice to buy a stone.