Certified Diamond
What are Certified Diamonds?
A certified diamond is a diamond that has been graded, tested and examined by a team of independent fully trained gemologists who then issue a Diamond certificate for that diamond.
A diamond certificate is a blueprint of a loose diamond that has been certified.
A diamond certificate can also be called a diamond grading report or diamond dossier. The diamond certificate documents the diamond’s exact measurements and weight, as well as the details of its cut and quality. It precisely points out all the individual characteristics of the stone, inclusions and any flaws.
When shopping for loose diamonds it is extremely important that you buy a certified diamond. You can compare one certified diamond with a particular weight and quality with other certified diamonds of similar weight and quality to determine which certified loose diamond has the better value.
A diamond certificate allows you to make an informed choice when buying loose diamonds.
A certified diamond provides consumers with confidence, security and increases comfort levels while making a decision on which loose diamond to purchase. Before purchasing a loose diamond, you should expect to review a copy of its diamond certificate, as this is your only guarantee of the quality and value of that diamond. Certified diamonds help provide consumer confidence.
A diamond certificate documents the characteristics of the diamonds quality; the colour, cut, clarity & carat weight of the diamond are verified by an independent company with no conflict of interest between buyer and seller.
The true test to evaluate a diamond is to view it in person and compare it with other diamonds. Nothing beats seeing a diamond in person to determine whether it is a ‘good’ diamond to your eye or not. Diamond appreciation is a very personal thing and different people will prefer different things about different diamonds. At the end of the day all the numbers and photos in the world mean nothing if you do not like the diamond in person.
Many jewellers and diamond dealers will use terms like Hearts and Arrows, Ideal, Excellent, Russian Cut, Belgium Cut, Fine Make and others to describe their diamonds, with the intention of portraying them as ‘better’ than others. Be wary of accepting these terms as is. They are especially dangerous when assigned to diamonds by the jeweller or diamond dealer themselves without third-party independent support.
There are many different diamond grading laboratories available to the diamond-buying public. Some of the more well known grading laboratories are: GIA (Gemological Institute of America), DCLA (Diamond Certification Laboratory of Australia), AGS (American Gemological Society), HRD (Hoge Raad Voor Diamant; Diamond High Council), EGL (European Gemological Institute) and the IGI (International Gemological Institute).
Each of these diamond grading laboratories has their own criteria and method of grading loose diamonds, but they all operate within a high set of parameters, in regards to grading a diamond’s attributes and dimensions. Be aware that as each grading laboratory has its own methods, each grading laboratory also has its own expense guides for preparing a certificate and these grading laboratories differ in their standards and level of strictness.
It is important to keep in mind the fact that not all diamond grading laboratories are as well respected or as stringent in their grading as each other. Diamond grading laboratories should always be independent of any diamond retailers or wholesalers, to avoid any conflict of interests or bias. Diamond Certificates are only of value when they are issued by an independent accredited diamond grading laboratory. Always make certain to identify the source of the certificate or diamond grading report. If you have not heard of the laboratory, it could very well be associated in some way with the store, jeweller or diamond wholesaler itself, and so have a vested interest in aiding the sale.
Before you buy a diamond you should always, as a first priority, insist on an independent diamond grading certificate from an accredited laboratory to support any added claims about a diamond.
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All About Diamonds : Buying a Certified Diamond
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CERTIFIED 3.13 CT D/VS DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING NATURAL ROUND CUT 14K WHITE GOLD $10,846.00 |
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1.07 Ct Round Cut Solitaire Certified Diamond Engagement Ring 14k White Gold $3,333.60 |
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1.01 CT E SI1 MARQUISE GIA CERTIFIED LOOSE DIAMOND $4,252.00 |
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CERTIFIED VS D NATURAL 2 CARAT AUTHENTIC DIAMOND 18K WHITE GOLD ENGAGEMENT RING $2,429.99 |
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1.4 CT CERTIFIED SOLITAIRE WITH ACCENTS DIAMOND 14K WHITE GOLD ENGAGEMENT RING $1,451.99 |
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1.5 CARAT VVS D CERTIFIED GENUINE ACCENTED DIAMOND 18K WHITE GOLD PROPOSAL RING $2,575.99 |
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1.01 CT I SI1 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $6,351.00 |
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VVS 2 CT CERTIFIED ROUND CUT W SIDE STONES DIAMOND 14K WHITE GOLD PROMISE RING $5,931.99 |
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1.70CT CERTIFIED F-VS DIAMOND WEDDING BAND RING IN 14KT WHITE GOLD $2,040.00 |
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1.07 Ct Round Cut Solitaire Certified Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Yellow Gold $3,333.60 |
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2.78 CT Princess Cut Certified Diamond Engagement Ring Set 14k White Gold Bridal $6,978.00 |
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2 CT CERTIFIED VS D ROUND DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT 14K WHITE GOLD RING FREE SIZING $13,050.00 |
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1.08 Carat Round Cut Agi Certified Diamond Solitaire Anniversary 14k Ring $3,556.80 |
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1.53 Carat Excellent Cut H-VS1 Marquise Earth Mined Diamond AGI Certified $6,537.00 |
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1.02 Carat Ideal Cut F-SI2 Round 100% Genuine Diamond AGI Certified $3,438.00 |
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0.54 Carat Excellent Cut D-SI1 Round 100% Genuine Diamond AGI Certified $966.00 |
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1.02 Carat Excellent Cut G-VS2 Radiant Earth Mined Diamond AGI Certified $4,057.00 |
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0.53 Carat Very Good Cut Yellow-SI3 Round Earth Mined Diamond AGI Certified $457.00 |
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1.02 Carat Excellent Cut F-VS2 Round Earth Mined Diamond AGI Certified $4,813.00 |
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0.53 Carat Ideal Cut F-SI1 Round Earth Mined Diamond AGI Certified Natural Facet $982.00 |
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0.53 Carat Ideal Cut H-VS1 Round Natural Loose Diamond AGI Certified $1,157.00 |
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1.02 Carat Ideal Cut G-VS2 Round Earth Mined Diamond AGI Certified Natural Facet $4,813.00 |
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1.52 Carat Excellent Cut H-VS1 Marquise Earth Mined Diamond AGI Certified $6,494.00 |
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1.02 Carat Excellent Cut J-VS2 Princess Natural Loose Diamond AGI Certified $2,957.00 |
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1.02 Carat Excellent Cut G-SI1 Princess 100% Genuine Diamond AGI Certified $3,988.00 |
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1.5 CT CERTIFIED VS E ROUND DIAMOND SOLITAIRE 14K WHITE GOLD RING FREE SIZING $7,785.00 |
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0.70 CARAT CERTIFIED DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING 18K GOLD WG $1,451.80 |
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1.08 Carat Round Cut Agi Certified Diamond Solitaire Anniversary Ring 14k $3,556.80 |
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2 CT CERTIFIED VS E ROUND DIAMOND SOLITAIRE 14K WHITE GOLD RING FREE SIZING $12,450.00 |
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New CERTIFIED 2.61 CTW I1-I2 Color J-L Diamonds 14K Gold Men’s Ring Size 8.5 $2,169.00 |
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2.25 CT Princess Cut Certified Diamond Unique Engagement Ring 14k White Gold $5,880.00 |
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1.5 CT CERTIFIED VS F ROUND DIAMOND SOLITAIRE 14K WHITE GOLD RING FREE SIZING $7,695.00 |
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1.3 Carat Round Cut Agi Certified Diamond Solitaire Anniversary 14k Ring $3,375.00 |
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1.53 Carat Excellent Cut I-SI1 Round 100% Genuine Diamond AGI Certified $5,295.00 |
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1.01 Carat Very Good Cut F-SI1 Round 100% Genuine Diamond AGI Certified $3,403.00 |
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2.38 CT Certified Round Cut Custom Diamond Engagement Ring Set 14k White Gold $4,438.00 |
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0.53 Carat Very Good Cut G-VS1 Round Natural Loose Diamond AGI Certified $1,052.00 |
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0.54 Carat Excellent Cut I-VS1 Radiant Natural Loose Diamond AGI Certified $724.00 |
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1.51 Carat Very Good Cut G-SI3 Round Natural Loose Diamond AGI Certified $4,201.00 |
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0.53 Carat Ideal Cut F-VS1 Round 100% Genuine Diamond AGI Certified $1,087.00 |
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1.01 Carat Very Good Cut H-SI3 Round Earth Mined Diamond AGI Certified $2,451.00 |
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1.53 Carat Ideal Cut Brown-VS1 Round 100% Genuine Diamond AGI Certified $3,427.00 |
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2.32 CT Certified Round Cut Custom Diamond Engagement Ring White Gold 14k $4,335.00 |
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1.52 Carat Excellent Cut D-SI3 Round Earth Mined Diamond AGI Certified $5,157.00 |
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1.02 Carat Ideal Cut I-VS2 Round 100% Genuine Diamond AGI Certified $4,125.00 |
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1.02 Carat Excellent Cut H-SI3 Round Earth Mined Diamond AGI Certified $2,475.00 |
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0.53 Carat Ideal Cut D-SI1 Round 100% Genuine Diamond AGI Certified $947.00 |
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2 CT CERTIFIED VS F ROUND DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT 14K WHITE GOLD RING FREE SIZING $12,150.00 |
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0.53 Carat Very Good Cut D-VS1 Princess Earth Mined Diamond AGI Certified $2,193.00 |
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1.53 Carat Excellent Cut G-SI3 Round Earth Mined Diamond AGI Certified $4,880.00 |
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1.00 Ct Round Certified 14K White Gold Diamond Pendant with 18″ Gold Chain $1,499.00 |
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1.53 Carat Excellent Cut H-SI2 Round Natural Loose Diamond AGI Certified $5,399.00 |
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0.53 Carat Ideal Cut H-VS2 Princess 100% Genuine Diamond AGI Certified $877.00 |
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1.25 CARAT CERTIFIED SOLITAIRE W SIDE STONES DIAMOND 18K WHITE GOLD WEDDING RING $993.99 |
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CERTIFIED 2.2 CT PRINCESS ACCENTED DIAMOND 18K WHITE GOLD BETROTHAL BRIDAL RING $4,017.99 |
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CERTIFIED REAL 1.4 CARAT ACCENTED DIAMOND 18K SOLID YELLOW GOLD ENGAGEMENT RING $1,204.99 |
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1.3 Carat Round Cut Agi Certified Diamond Solitaire Anniversary Ring 14k $3,375.00 |
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0.44 CT G I1 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $663.00 |
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0.50 CT F VVS1 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED LOOSE DIAMOND $2,550.00 |
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1.11 CT I SI2 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $5,298.00 |
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1.04 CT I SI2 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $4,978.00 |
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CERTIFIED NATURAL 0.5 CT SOLITAIRE W ACCENTS DIAMOND 18K WHITE GOLD BRIDAL RING $574.99 |
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1.50 CT I SI1 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $9,384.00 |
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0.50 CT J VS2 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $1,138.00 |
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1.50 CT K VS1 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $9,318.00 |
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0.72 CT G SI1 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $2,848.00 |
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2.00 CT E SI2 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $18,197.00 |
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1.02 CT H SI1 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $6,185.00 |
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0.64 CT I VVS1 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED LOOSE DIAMOND $2,760.00 |
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1.00 CT D VS1 ASSCHER GIA CERTIFIED LOOSE DIAMOND $6,519.00 |
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0.54 CT J VS1 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $1,422.00 |
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1.72 CT F SI1 PRINCESS GIA CERTIFIED LOOSE DIAMOND $13,905.00 |
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0.52 CT G SI2 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $1,194.00 |
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0.90 CT J SI2 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $3,340.00 |
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0.91 CT J VS1 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $4,157.00 |
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1.10 CT E VVS1 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED LOOSE DIAMOND $19,738.00 |
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0.50 CT E SI1 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $1,761.00 |
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3.12 CT H VS1 PRINCESS GIA CERTIFIED LOOSE DIAMOND $42,030.00 |
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0.44 CT D SI1 PRINCESS GIA CERTIFIED LOOSE DIAMOND $774.00 |
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0.39 CT I SI2 PRINCESS GIA CERTIFIED LOOSE DIAMOND $451.00 |
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0.90 CT F VS2 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $5,876.00 |
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0.41 CT F SI1 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $920.00 |
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1.12 CT I IF ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $9,827.00 |
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0.36 CT E VS2 PRINCESS GIA CERTIFIED LOOSE DIAMOND $457.00 |
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0.53 CT K VVS2 PRINCESS GIA CERTIFIED LOOSE DIAMOND $725.00 |
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0.60 CT F VVS1 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED LOOSE DIAMOND $3,195.00 |
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1.01 CT E VVS1 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED LOOSE DIAMOND $14,856.00 |
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0.36 CT G VVS1 PRINCESS GIA CERTIFIED LOOSE DIAMOND $497.00 |
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0.36 CT F SI2 PRINCESS GIA CERTIFIED LOOSE DIAMOND $439.00 |
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1.00 CT K VS2 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $5,248.00 |
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1.05 CT I VS2 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $7,098.00 |
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0.90 CT D VVS2 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED LOOSE DIAMOND $9,238.00 |
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0.64 CT F VS2 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $2,760.00 |
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1.01 CT J SI1 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $4,748.00 |
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1.59 CT E SI2 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $12,945.00 |
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1.01 CT D VVS2 CUSHION GIA CERTIFIED LOOSE DIAMOND $9,005.00 |
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1.00 CT D VVS2 OVAL GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $9,651.00 |
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0.54 CT K VVS2 PRINCESS GIA CERTIFIED LOOSE DIAMOND $738.00 |
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0.91 CT E VS2 ROUND GIA CERTIFIED GENUINE LOOSE DIAMOND $6,182.00 |
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0.43 CT I VVS1 PRINCESS GIA CERTIFIED LOOSE DIAMOND $667.00 |
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1.16ctw Certified Tanzanite and Diamond Ring $2329 116ctw Certified Tanzanite and Diamond Ring |
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1 ctw Certified Diamond Earrings $2799 1 ctw Certified Diamond Earrings |
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1 ctw Round Certified Diamond Pendant $4669 1 ctw Round Certified Diamond Pendant in 14k |
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1.50 ctw Certified Round Diamond Stud Earrings $4085 150 ctw Certified Diamond Stud Earrings |
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2.00 ctw Certified Round Diamond Earrings $6999 200 ctw Certified Round Diamond Earrings |
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1/2 ctw Certified Diamond Stud Earrings $499 1/2 ctw Certified Diamond Stud Earrings |
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1 ctw Certified Diamond Anniversary Band in 14kwg $2519 1 ctw Certified Diamond Anniversary Band in 14kwg |
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3/4 CTW Certified Diamond Stud Earrings $1799 3/4 CTW Certified Round Brilliant Diamond Stud Earrings set in 14k White Gold |
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Certified 1 ctw Round Diamond Solitaire $2269 We challenge you to find a diamond of this quality at a better price The classic diamond solitaire engagement ring is an incredible value Featuring a dazzling 1 CT round diamond of near colorless color I clarity set in a band of 14K white gold Certified |
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Certified 1 ctw Princess Cut Diamond Solitaire $2369 We challenge you to find a diamond of this quality at a better price The classic diamond solitaire engagement ring is an incredible value Featuring a dazzling 1 carat princess diamond of near colorless I clarity set in a band of 14K white gold Certified |
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2 ct Certified Diamond Ring $34999 2 ct white gold diamond solitiare ring Near colorless SI clarity with EGL certification |
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2.25ct tw Certified Canadian Diamond Ring $11669 225 ct tw Canadian mined 14K white gold diamond ring featuring round diamonds of near colorless I SI clarity Notice the pristine work and the way the diamonds are immaculately set Center stone 1 1/4 ct Certified |
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1.50ct tw Certified Canadian Diamond Ring $8169 150 ct tw Canadian mined 14K white gold diamond ring featuring round diamonds of near colorless VS clarity Notice the pristine work and the way the diamonds are immaculately set Center stone 3/4ct Certified An exceptional statement of your love |
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Diamond Engagement Ring 1.0 Carat (ctw) in 18K White Gold (Certified) $6499 This ring is independently certified. SKU: 08CC3411100W |
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Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 1/2 Carat (ctw) in Platinum (VS1-VS2) (Certified) $4995 This ring is independently certified. SKU: 28CC187650 |
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Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 1.0 Carat (ctw) in Platinum (VS2-SI1) (Certified) $15500 Stong and beautiful white platinum is used to engulf a single high quality brilliant round diamond in this premium solitaire diamond engagement ring. This ring is independently certified. SKU: 28CC1876100 |
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1/2 CTW Certified Diamond Stud Earrings $899 1/2 CTW Certified Round Brilliant Stud Earrings set in 14K White Gold |
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Diamond Engagement Ring 1.0 Carat (ctw) in 14K White Gold (Certified) $4995 A beautiful round center diamond sparkles in an 14 karat pure white gold setting while a halo of 32 brilliant round diamonds support the ravishing central diamond of this exquisite diamond engagement ring. This ring is independently certified. SKU: 08CC3349100W |
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1/2ct tw White Gold Round Diamond Certified Engagement Ring $2329 This lovely engagement ring features a 1/3 round cut diamond center accented by a frame of round cut diamonds set in 14 karat white gold Certified by EGL This classic style ring will stand the test of time |
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1 ctw Certified Diamond Solitaire Ring $4999 This classic diamond solitaire engagement ring at an incredible value and price This ring features a dazzling 1 carat round diamond of H J color I1 clarity set in a band of 14K gold Includes a certificate from the European Gemological Institute |
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Certified Canadian 1/3 ct Diamond Ring $1099 This near colorless I clarity 1/3 carat solitaire features an exquisite Canadian Excellent Cut Diamond a superbly cut diamond that has a greater return of light set in 14K white gold The diamond is laser inscribed with a Canadian maple leaf to signify its authenticity as mined in Canada Includes a certificate from European Gemological Laboratories Canadian Excellent Cut diamonds are available exclusively through Ultra Diamonds |
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Certified 1 ct Canadian Diamond Ring $5599 This 1 carat near colorless I clarity solitaire features an exquisite clarity Canadian Excellent Cut Diamond a superbly cut diamond that has a greater return of light set in 14K white gold The diamond is laser inscribed with a Canadian maple leaf to signify its authenticity as mined in Canada Includes a certificate from European Gemological Laboratories Canadian Excellent Cut diamonds are available exclusively through Ultra Diamonds |
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1ctw WG Princess Cut Certified Diamond Band $2099 Our classic diamond band features brilliant princess cut diamonds channel set in a band of 14K white gold An elegant statement of your love Perfect as an wedding or anniversary ring |
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1/4ctw WG Certified Channel Set Diamond Band $849 Our classic diamond band features 1/4ctw of brilliant round diamonds channel set in a band of 14K white gold An elegant statement of your love Perfect as an engagement or anniversary ring |
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5/8ctw WG Certified Channel Set Diamond Band $1899 Our classic diamond band features 5/8ctw of brilliant round diamonds channel set in a band of 14K white gold An elegant statement of your love Perfect as an engagement or anniversary ring |
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Certified $6 Certified – Unladylike |
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2ctw Certified Round Diamond Studs $3999 2ctw brilliant cut solitaire earrings feature exquisite H J color I2 I1 clarity diamonds in a prong setting of 14k white gold These diamonds are expertly cut for maximum fire and brilliance |