Dazzling Diamonds of the Los Angeles Jewelry District

Nov 12th 2019 Posted by Raffi Rupchian

Icing On The Ring wants to make sure you have all the facts in hand before purchasing diamonds in the Los Angeles Diamond District. Visiting our showroom for an in-person consult is an easy way for guidance, but you could also read up on all the necessary material before making this monumental decision.

Along with considering the four C’s of diamond grading (cut, color, clarity, carat weight), refer to the below questions for your decision:

  • What diamond sparkles the most?
  • Which diamond cut looks the biggest?
  • Which clarity is the best for diamonds?
Source: GIA

All of the answers to these questions are contingent on your allotted budget. An unknowing bystander may not know that the center stone on your engagement ring has the best clarity or most clear cut; however, the answers to these questions are based on which of the four C’s are the most important to you.

  • The cut of a diamond ranges from excellent to poor, based solely on the sparkle.
  • Diamond cuts are dependent on the proportions, symmetry, and polish.
  • Limited imperfection, or birthmarks, within the diamond dictate the brilliance.

Prioritizing the C's

Ara from Icing On The Ring in a Diamond Viewing Room

Choosing a jeweler at the Los Angeles Jewelry District who knows each diamond grading category to help guide you on your proposal is essential. As a retailer within the district for fifty years – Icing on The Ring provides expert gemologists to vet and assist in mounting the diamond of your choice. Deciding that a diamond with blemishes is preferred vs. a diamond with more carat weight should be your personal decision.

Concentrating on the Characteristics for Your Budget

Whether your diamond purchase is for an engagement ring or a pair of diamond stud earrings, each “C” on the diamond grading scale should be categorized and prioritized as such. The majority of diamond shoppers prioritize cut and carat over the rest, but let’s take a close look at the characteristics along with some pointers:

  • The bigger the stone, the better the cut. A large diamond illuminates a more brilliant appearance.
  • If the diamond is a less-than-white color, onlookers won’t be able to tell from far away. Clarity is less of an issue for diamond studs vs. an engagement ring.
  • Select a diamond alternative such as a lab-grown diamond or moissanite to save.
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Visit our showroom at the Los Angeles Jewelry District today to find the diamond ideally suited for your needs.

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