4 C’s Of Diamonds: Your Definite Guide To Buying The Finest Diamonds

4 cs diamonds by Diamond Exchange Houston
When you have made up your mind to spend your hard-earned money on an impeccable diamond, it is unwise or even risky to ignore the principles of 4 C’s. The “4 C’s” of a diamond are four cardinal elements that determine a diamond’s quality. Diamond Exchange Houston’s goal is to educate every one of our customers and get them the biggest and nicest diamonds for their budget. We specialize in wholesale diamonds and engagement rings.
If you are interested in shopping for diamonds in Houston then contact us today by simply filling out our contact form or by calling us at 281-623-1105.

The 4 C’s By GIA

Until the mid 20th century, the stark absence of an internationally agreed-upon standard for evaluating the many attributes of a diamond led to the genesis of the pioneering concept of 4 C’s. Invented by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the “4Cs of Diamond Quality” is regarded as the global benchmark for analyzing the many traits of a diamond. GIA commands a global reputation for providing unbiased and meticulous gemological evaluation and as the distinguished creator of “Diamond 4 C’s” and “International Diamond Grading System”.

What Are The Four C’s?

The 4 C’s are namely the ‘Cut’ of a diamond; ‘Color’ or rather the lack of it; ‘Clarity’ of the stone; and the size of the diamond represented in ‘Carat Weight’. The inception of the 4 C’s signifies two crucial aspects: availability of a common language to communicate diverse features of a diamond, and convenience of a standardized guideline for diamond buyers to understand precisely what they are buying.
4 C's Of Diamonds

  • Diamond Color: The dearth of color is the point of reference when it comes to diamonds. A chemically flawless diamond will not display any color. This absolute nonexistence of hue trades commercially for a much higher value. This color assessment is crucial as the exceptionally subtle distinctions cannot be deciphered by the untrained naked eye but results in a drastic difference both the quality as well as the final cost of a certain diamond. The “GIA D to Z color grading” process appraises the level of colorlessness by comparing one diamond in a controlled setting to its in-house “master-stones” of benchmarked color value. Learn About Diamond Color
  • Diamond Clarity: Assessing diamond clarity comprises of determining the presence, density, and visibility of both internal fissures known as inclusions and external characteristics known as blemishes. The evaluation determines the diamond’s final appearance. It is virtually impossible for a natural diamond to be completely pure however the better the flawlessness, the more premium it demands. Learn About Diamond Clarity
  • Diamond Cut: Diamond is nothing but a constellation of sparkles. Diamond cut is beyond just the outline of a diamond. A diamond’s cut grade decides how its many facets beautifully connect with light. It is believed that superior workmanship is indispensable to unleash the finest symmetry within a diamond, and to best represent its inherent brilliance. Learn About Diamond Cut
  • Diamond Carat Weight: The mass of a diamond is weighed in the metric called ‘carat’. A carat is exactly 200 milligrams, and a carat can be subdivided into 100 “points”. This precise measurement allows the required accuracy to describe a diamond weighing lesser than a carat. When other comparable qualities remain unchanged, the cost of a diamond goes up with its mounting weight. Learn About Diamond Carat Weight

The 4Cs of diamonds help evaluate a diamond’s value as well as its quality for you to find that ideal harmony of beauty and budget.

Contact Diamond Exchange Houston Today:

Its great to read about the 4 C’s, but to understand the true beauty of a diamond it is important to see them in person. When you visit Diamond Exchange Houston you will be able to view loose diamonds and compare stones side-by-side. We carry diamonds of all shapes and sizes including GIA certified diamonds. You can contact us today by simply filling out our contact form or by calling us at 281-623-1105.

What customers say about us

Alvin Buhat
Alvin Buhat
2023-11-16
Great customer service, awesome free cleaning of jewelries you bought from them. And they even upgraded my old ring box that I got from them 2 yrs ago
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dodo wang
2023-11-15
Fast, honest, and professional
Lesa Junek
Lesa Junek
2023-10-28
I received a beautiful ring, prompt and polite service, and an excellent price! Thank you so much!
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Patrick Gartner
2023-10-28
This is the best place to go! Excellent customer service and outstanding personalities involved in the transaction. Thank you!
Taryn Roberts
Taryn Roberts
2023-10-12
The experience and treatment was above and beyond! Nick and his team were very personable and made it seamless for us to find the perfect ring for our big day. We highly recommended their quality and service and will be back for future pieces. Thank you for taking such wonderful care of us!
Thisia Sayers
Thisia Sayers
2023-10-11
I wanted something unique as my anniversary ring. Diamonds Exchange made my design a reality. I love my ring!!! It is beautiful and well built. Gili is an expert in his field; professional and honest. If you want something special, go see Gili.
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Fernando Lugo
2023-10-07
Great people and outstanding customer service. Recommended 100%.
Don Amfahr
Don Amfahr
2023-09-22
I enjoyed working with Gili on a custom ring. I came in with a vague idea and he was patient in giving advice and ultimately creating the design that I had in mind. He was upfront about pricing and timeline so that there were no surprises. If I need to get another diamond, I’ll be back!
Cesar Rojas'
Cesar Rojas'
2023-09-18
They really know about gold business. We got a beautiful diamond ring and wedding band for a really good price, also it was exactly the special size that we need (5¾). The attention was excellent. Definitly we will come back to buy more. Thank you Nic🫡
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TRAVIS SCARBERRY
2023-09-05
Great place to deal with! They went above and beyond to help me find the perfect ring for my fiancé.. will def be back!!

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