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A Alloy A term used to describe the mixture of two or more metals. For example, white gold is an alloy of yellow gold and copper or palladium. Customers who viewed this item also viewed: Precious Metal Guide Appraisal An appraisal is a document that includes a brief description and photograph of the item, and includes 4C’s of the diamond (Cut, Color, Clarity and Carat Weight) and the measurements of the gem. Your insurance company can rely on this appraisal to calculate a coverage rate for your diamond or piece of jewelry. Customers who viewed this item also viewed: Personal Appraisal, Certificate of Authenticity, Insurance Asscher Cut Diamond This magnificently shape is very similar to the emerald cut apart from that it is square and has a pointed culet. The Asscher cut has the same facets like the emerald cut. [add picture of Asscher Cut] Customers who viewed this item also viewed: Diamond Shape B Brightness The reflections of white light seen when a diamond is viewed from the top. Customers who viewed this item also viewed: Diamond Cut Brilliance The light that reflected up through the surface of a diamond. The amount of brilliance is depend on the diamond cut, proportions and polish. Customers who viewed this item also viewed: Diamond Cut Brilliant Cut Brilliant cut refers to diamonds that contain 58 facets. Brilliant cut gemstones are known to have the most vibrancy and sparkle. A brilliant cut can have several shapes: round, oval, radiant, pear-shaped, marquise, heart-shaped and some variations of cushion. Customers who viewed this item also viewed: Diamond Shape
 
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