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Learn About Diamonds

Learn about how to carefully evaluate cut, color, clarity, and carat before purchasing your perfect conflict free diamond.

  • Cut

    The skill with which a diamond is cut determines how well it reflects and refracts light. Learn how the balance of precision and craftsmanship unlocks a diamond's unique brilliance and luster.

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  • Color

    Color is the natural color or lack of color visible within a diamond. Learn how the amount of color present affects beauty and value.

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  • Clarity

    With most diamonds, there is more to it than meets the eye! Learn how the presence of natural inclusions and blemishes on and within a diamond impacts its appearance and value.

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  • Carat

    Carat is the most visually apparent factor when comparing diamonds. Learn how this unique weight scale used to measure gemstones affects their appearance and value.

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  • Certification

    Brilliant Earth diamonds are independently certified for quality characteristics and origin. Learn about the practices we use when evaluating and sourcing our diamonds.

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Conflict Free Diamond Guarantee

Our conflict free diamonds originate from environmentally and socially responsible sources with the highest ethical standards.

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