Each piece of jewellery tells a story replete with emotions, details and nuances that make it unique and different from any other. Conte Diamonds turns a special moment into an indelible memory, with jewellery that can be crafted with diamonds specifically chosen by the customer. The result is an exclusive, custom-made piece of jewellery, a memento to be worn daily as an expression of everlasting feelings and memories.
Each piece of jewellery tells a story replete with emotions, details and nuances that make it unique and different from any other. Conte Diamonds turns a special moment into an indelible memory, with jewellery that can be crafted with diamonds specifically chosen by the customer. The result is an exclusive, custom-made piece of jewellery, a memento to be worn daily as an expression of everlasting feelings and memories.
How to choose a diamond
Purchasing a piece of jewellery is no easy task without being familiar with the characteristics of diamonds and precious stones. Read on to find out more about the evaluation system internationally known as the 4 Cs, and to learn a few notions that will make it easier for you at the jeweller’s to create your jewel featuring diamonds of the ideal colour, clarity and carat for you.
Our dealers – all carefully selected and with the appropriate gemological expertise – will assist you in choosing the perfect Conte Diamonds jewel for your needs, showing you all the collections available.
How to choose a diamond
Purchasing a piece of jewellery is no easy task without being familiar with the characteristics of diamonds and precious stones. Read on to find out more about the evaluation system internationally known as the 4 Cs, and to learn a few notions that will make it easier for you at the jeweller’s to create your jewel featuring diamonds of the ideal colour, clarity and carat for you.
Our dealers – all carefully selected and with the appropriate gemological expertise – will assist you in choosing the perfect Conte Diamonds jewel for your needs, showing you all the collections available.
THE 4 Cs
Let’s start with Colour. Generally speaking, diamonds range in appearance from colourless – the most prestigious – to very light yellow. In jewellery, the colour F on the scale defined by the GIA (Gemological Institute of America) is usually used, but if you are looking for a top-of-the-range diamond, you can opt for a D.
Another element to consider is Clarity, i.e. the amount of inclusions present in the stone. These are imperfections often invisible to the naked eye and recognisable using a 10-magnification lens. The standard uses SI (Small Inclusions) diamonds, meaning the inclusions are so small that the beauty of the diamond is not affected. The complete absence of inclusions is indicated by the IF (Internally Flawless) symbol, which accompanies diamonds aimed at the most discerning customers.
The Carat of a diamond refers to its weight, which is not to be confused with its size. The unit of measurement is the carat, which corresponds to 0.2 grams.
Finally, the quality of the Cutis also important. Transforming a rough stone into a faceted gemstone that can best reflect light is a very delicate operation. The symbol EX (Excellent) indicates the highest cutting quality, followed by VG (Very Good) and G (Good).
THE 4 Cs
Let’s start with Colour. Generally speaking, diamonds range in appearance from colourless – the most prestigious – to very light yellow. In jewellery, the colour F on the scale defined by the GIA (Gemological Institute of America) is usually used, but if you are looking for a top-of-the-range diamond, you can opt for a D.
Another element to consider is Clarity, i.e. the amount of inclusions present in the stone. These are imperfections often invisible to the naked eye and recognisable using a 10-magnification lens. The standard uses SI (Small Inclusions) diamonds, meaning the inclusions are so small that the beauty of the diamond is not affected. The complete absence of inclusions is indicated by the IF (Internally Flawless) symbol, which accompanies diamonds aimed at the most discerning customers.
The Carat of a diamond refers to its weight, which is not to be confused with its size. The unit of measurement is the carat, which corresponds to 0.2 grams.
Finally, the quality of the Cutis also important. Transforming a rough stone into a faceted gemstone that can best reflect light is a very delicate operation. The symbol EX (Excellent) indicates the highest cutting quality, followed by VG (Very Good) and G (Good).
COLOUR
CLARITY
CARAT
CUT
How to read a gemological certificate
All Conte Diamonds jewellery is accompanied by a gemological certificate from our in-house laboratory.
Customers may also choose diamonds certified by international gemological institutes (GIA, IGI or HRD).
The certificate of a diamond or gemstone indicates not only the 4 Cs as described above (Colour, Clarity, Carat and Cut), but also a range of information that identifies a gemstone and defines its quality. Specifically:
