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 What Are the 4Cs of Diamonds?

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Universally recognized, the 4Cs are a guiding light in the world of diamonds, helping to determine the quality and value of each stone - the 4Cs stand for color, cut, carat, and clarity. The laboratory grown diamonds in the Swarovski Created Diamonds collections are graded against these 4Cs by IGI, the International Gemological Institute. The laboratory grown diamonds in these collections are of very fine quality: G+ in color and VS+ in clarity.
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What is diamond clarity?

Diamond clarity is a measure of the purity of the stone graded by the visibility of two types of characteristics - inclusions and blemishes. In order to assess clarity, the diamond is inspected under 10x power magnification. The number and nature of external (blemishes), and internal characteristics (inclusions), as well as their size and position, determine the clarity grading.

Clarity Principles and Factors

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The clarity of a lab grown diamond is judged by its flaws, which means the inclusions and blemishes that give it unique character and charm. Discover more about diamond clarity below.

INTERNALLY FLAWLESS

The highest possible clarity of diamond is an internally flawless (I.F.) stone. These are incredibly rare and most mined and laboratory grown stones have inclusions.

To The Naked Eye

While almost all diamonds are flawed, those graded between I.F. and SI 2 have inclusions that aren’t visible to the naked eye, only under magnification.

Types of Inclusion

The different types of diamond inclusion include feather, pinpoint, cloud, and metallic. Metallic inclusions are only found in lab created diamonds.

A TRICK OF THE LIGHT

Inclusions and blemishes can have an impact on the way a diamond reflects and absorbs the light.
I.F.
Internally flawless
VVS 1
VVS 2
Very very slightly included
VS 1
VS 2
Very slightly included
SI 1
SI 2
Slightly included
I 1
I 2
I 3
Included

Diamond Clarity Chart

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Diamond clarity scale and grades

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The diamond clarity scale runs from I.F. to I 3 and is based on the number of inclusions and blemishes found in each stone. Diamond clarity grades are determined under standard viewing conditions with 10x magnification; I.F. is used to represent an internally flawless diamond, while at the other end of the diamond clarity chart, I 3 stands for the inclusion of a visible blemish. Truly flawless diamonds are extremely rare – almost all stones, including laboratory grown diamonds, have inclusions of some kind or other.
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What is diamond cut?

Cut refers to how a diamond’s facets interact with light to reveal its internal fire. It is the cut that gives each stone its personality, and perfecting the proportions, symmetry, and precision-cut angles of lab made diamonds gives them their brilliant shine.

Cut Principles and Factors

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The quality of how a lab grown diamond is cut is based on its proportions, symmetry, and polish. An expert cut creates a multitude of facets, absorbing and reflecting the light so the stone shimmers from every angle.

MAXIMUM BRILLIANCE

A diamond cut shape that is perfectly symmetrical with aligned facets will reflect the light at the highest possible intensity, emitting a powerful shine.

DIAMOND CUT CHART

Diamond cuts are graded by the IGI on a scale of Excellent to Poor. An excellent cut requires technical mastery, artistry, and expertise.

EVERY FACET

Facet is the term used to describe each flat surface that makes up the surface of a diamond, each absorbing and dispersing the light differently.

The bEST CUT

While proportion, symmetry, and polish determine a diamond’s place on the diamond cut table, there is no best cut when it comes to a stone that sparks joy.
Colorless
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Near colorless
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Slightly tinted
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Very light color
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Light color
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Diamond color scale and chart

Diamond coloring is rated on a scale from D to Z, with D clear ice white with no hint of yellow, while those rated Z are shades of yellow and brown. Each letter range on the chart denotes a shade of stone, with those rated D to F appearing colorless, through to S to Z appearing in shades of light yellow or  brown. Swarovski only accepts the finest lab grown diamonds in its collections, meaning they range from colorless to nearly colorless diamonds (D-G).

Color Principles and Factors

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Colorless stones are the most desirable in the world of diamonds and they are extremely rare. Swarovski Created Diamonds are evaluated against the standardized diamond color scale.

COLORLESS DIAMONDS

Truly colorless diamonds are extremely rare. Also known as ice white, D diamonds are also the most expensive diamond color to buy.

FIND YOUR SHADE

Finding a D diamond color isn’t always important when selecting your stone. A warm white might suit your individual style more than an ice white.

CONTROLLED ASSESSMENT

Each diamond’s color grade is assessed in a laboratory using controlled lighting, with the stone faced down, and with master samples used for comparison.

BLEMISHES

 Laboratory grown diamonds do not include any intentional blemishes or the color defects that can come from the use of poorer quality carbon seeds.

What is diamond carat weight?

A carat is a unit of weight used specifically to measure precious stones including laboratory grown diamonds. A diamond may have a higher carat weight without appearing larger, and two diamonds of the same carat weight can vary in size if one is cut deeper than the other. One carat weighs 1/5 of a gram and is divided into 100 points.
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0.05 CT
3.0 mm
0.10 CT
3.8 mm
0.20 CT
4.5 mm
0.30 CT
4.8 mm
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5.2 mm
0.50 CT
5.8 mm
0.70 CT
6.3 mm
0.90 CT
6.5 mm
1.00 CT
6.9 mm
1.25 CT
7.4 mm
1.50 CT
7.8 mm
1.75 CT
8.2 mm
2.00 CT
8.8 mm
2.50 CT
9.4 mm
3.00 CT

Caratage

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Échelle de caratage de diamants créés en laboratoire

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Le mot carat fait référence à la graine de caroubier appelée caroube. Les marchands l’utilisaient déjà comme unité de mesure du diamant dans l‘antiquité. Le carat est l’unité de mesure standard internationale désignée pour mesurer le poids du diamant. Un carat est équivalent à 200 milligrammes. Un diamant de 5 carats pèsera donc un gramme. Il ne se rapporte pas à la taille d’une pierre, mais uniquement à son poids, et déterminera la valeur marchande d’un diamant.
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All About Swarovski Created Diamonds

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Laboratory Grown Diamonds

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Discover the world of Swarovski Created Diamonds jewelry, redefining the future of diamonds with exceptional collections that bridge the gap between tradition and current trends. From the otherworldly brilliance of our interstellar collection to the pure elegance of our signature pieces, find a style that will last a lifetime.

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Lab Grown Diamonds Buying Guide

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Find the perfect piece

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A natural progression of our brand DNA, Swarovski Created Diamonds jewelry are laboratory grown diamonds, masterfully cut, intensely bright, and identical to their mined counterparts in every way but origin. Formed layer by layer​ from a carbon seed, they serve as a flawless reflection of nature’s radiance.
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Was sind im Labor gezüchtete Diamanten?

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Alles über im Labor gezüchtete Diamanten

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Erfahren Sie mehr über im Labor gezüchtete Diamanten und wie es gelingt, den natürlichen Wachstumsprozess in der Erde optimal nachzuahmen. Entdecken Sie die unterschiedlichen Diamantschliffe, die in den Swarovski Created Diamonds Kollektionen zum Einsatz kommen, sowie die Inspirationen hinter den Designs.

Frequently asked questions

Diamond 4Cs FAQs

Was sind die 4C?

Jeder Diamant ist anders und hat seine ganz besonderen, unverkennbaren Merkmale. Im Labor gezüchtete Diamanten sind zu 100 % Diamanten und werden genau wie abgebaute Diamanten basierend auf dem 4C-Bewertungssystem eingestuft. Bei den 4C handelt es sich um Farbe (color), Reinheit (clarity), Schliff (cut), Karat (carat). Dieser internationale Standard wird für die Einstufung der Qualität von Diamanten eingesetzt.

Ist die Reinheit eines Diamanten wichtig?

Je höher die Einstufung, desto weniger Einschlüsse oder Mängel hat ein Diamant, was ihn zu einem hochwertigeren Edelstein macht als einen Diamanten mit einer niedrigeren Einstufung.

Was ist der höchste Reinheitsgrad für Diamanten?

Die Reinheit eines Diamanten wird basierend auf der Klarheit des Steins bewertet, wobei zwei Kriterien betrachtet werden: Einschlüsse und Fehler. 
Zur Bewertung der Reinheit wird ein Diamant bei 10-facher Vergrößerung betrachtet. Die Anzahl und Natur von externen (Mängel) und internen Eigenschaften (Einschlüsse) sowie Größe und Position legen den Grad fest. 
Gemmologen halten sich dabei an eine internationale Skala, angefangen bei Internally Flawless (I.F., makellos) als die höchste Qualitätsstufe, bis hin zu Included (I 3), das heißt mit Einschlüssen.

Sind im Labor gezüchtete Diamanten makellos?

Nein, fast alle Diamanten (abgebaute und im Labor gezüchtete) weisen Einschlüsse auf. Bei im Labor gezüchteten Diamanten kann es zu metallischen Einschlüssen kommen. Wenn ein Experte in einem Diamanten eine Spur von Metall erkennt, kann er davon ausgehen, dass dieser im Labor gezüchtet wurde. Obwohl auch im Labor gezüchtete Diamanten Mängel aufweisen können, verwendet Swarovski ausschließlich solche mit einer hohen Qualität, die vom International Gemological Institute (IGI) basierend auf dem 4C-System zertifiziert wurden. So stellen wir sicher, dass nur die hochwertigsten Diamanten für die Swarovski Created Diamonds Kollektionen verarbeitet werden.

Beschlagen im Labor gezüchtete Diamanten?

No, laboratory-grown diamonds do not get cloudy over time. They are 100% identical to diamonds with the same physical and chemical properties, and should not degrade or change appearance over time. Where poor quality diamond seeds have been used, some laboratory-grown diamonds contain obvious defects, such as color tinges from impurities in the diamond or crystal structure imperfections. The laboratory grown diamonds processed in Swarovski Created Diamonds jewelry are a very high quality standard and do not have unnatural, problematic characteristics.

How are laboratory grown diamonds certified and graded?

The laboratory grown diamonds processed in Swarovski Created Diamonds jewelry are hand-selected and examined by experienced gemologists to ensure they fulfill our high quality standards.  Every piece of jewelry in the Galaxy and Eternity collections is accompanied with a digital laboratory report from the International Gemological Institute (IGI). 

What are diamond facets?

Diamond facets refer to each flat surface that creates the shape of a diamond. Every diamond possesses multiple facets that enable it to absorb and reflect light.

How is diamond cut quality determined?

We often think of a diamond’s cut as shape (round, heart, oval, marquise, pear), but what diamond cut actually does mean is how well a diamond’s facets interact with light.  The cut of a diamond is the measure of the quality of the shape, geometry and finish of the diamond.  Round brilliant diamonds receive a formal cut grade on a scale from Ideal (the best) to Poor.  Swarovski is uncompromising on cut quality to ensure all of our laboratory grown diamonds have optimal light performance and sparkle.

What is the best diamond cut?

Cut refers to how a diamond’s facets interact with light to reveal its internal fire. It is the cut that gives each diamond its personality, and perfecting laboratory grown diamonds proportions, symmetry, and precision-cut angles of Swarovski Created Diamonds gives them their brilliant shine. The best cut has a balance between the width and depth to create symmetry, neither to shallow nor to deep. Creating the perfect refraction point for light through the diamond, reflecting it within the diamond and highlighting its polished brightness.

How is a diamond’s color determined?

Color refers to the natural tint inherent in white diamonds. The industry standard for grading color is to evaluate each diamond against a master set then assign a letter grade from D (colorless) to Z (light yellow). 
The closer the diamond is to being colorless, the higher its quality.

Do laboratory created diamonds have blemishes?

Wurden minderwertige Diamantkeime verwendet, dann weisen manche im Labor gezüchteten Diamanten offensichtliche Mängel auf, wie Farbbeeinträchtigungen durch Unreinheiten oder strukturelle Fehler. Swarovski verkauft keine im Labor gezüchteten Diamanten mit unnatürlichen, problematischen Eigenschaften.

Was ist das Karatgewicht eines Diamanten?

Ein Karat ist eine Gewichtseinheit, die speziell dafür verwendet wird, um Edelsteine einzustufen, dies gilt auch für im Labor gezüchtete Diamanten. Ein Diamant kann ein höheres Karatgewicht haben, ohne größer als ein anderer mit einem geringeren Karatgewicht auszusehen. Zwei Diamanten mit demselben Karatgewicht können unterschiedlich groß sein, wenn einer davon tiefer geschliffen ist. Ein Karat wiegt 1/5 eines Gramms und wird in 100 Punkte aufgeteilt.

Was ist das Karatgewicht, wie wird es erfasst und wie wichtig ist es?

Das Karatgewicht ist die Standard-Gewichtseinheit für Diamanten und ist der erste Schritt des Evaluierungsverfahrens. Das Karatgewicht eines Diamanten gibt an, wie viel ein Diamant wiegt. Jedes Karat kann in 100 „Punkte“ unterteilt werden.  Dies ermöglicht eine genaue Erfassung bis auf Hundertstel. Ein Diamant, der weniger wiegt als ein Karat, kann ausschließlich mit „Punkten“ eingestuft werden. Je größer ein Diamant ist, desto mehr Karat weist er in der Regel auf, doch nur Sie können entscheiden, wie wichtig Ihnen dieser Aspekt ist.

Ist ein hochkarätiger Diamant besser?

C’est une question très personnelle. Si vous souhaitez acquérir un gros diamant, le caratage aura alors son importance car du poids dépend la taille de celui-ci.