diamond education
diamond education
At Scherer’s Jewelers, we strive to make buying an engagement ring an enjoyable experience.
We aim to educate our customers, provide fair pricing, and build a relationship with you.
Together we will look at styles of engagement rings and discuss details such as diamond shapes, cut, clarity, color, and carat weight, and metal options.
Once we have an idea of what you are looking for, we will bring in an additional selection of diamonds for you to choose from. Our team hand selects each diamond that fits your preferences, budget, and meets our high standards. In addition to natural diamonds, we offer lab-grown diamonds, Canadamark™ diamonds, moissanite, and gemstones such as sapphires and rubies.
Our natural diamonds always come with a lifetime upgrade policy. We will buy back your diamond you purchased from us at the original purchase price and give you a credit to upgrade to another diamond.
The 4Cs
Diamond Color, Clarity, Cut and Carat Weight are collectively termed the 4Cs – the factors that, when combined, define a diamond’s quality and ultimately determine its value. GIA created the 4Cs of Diamond Quality, which has become the universal method for assessing the quality of any diamond, anywhere in the world. The creation of the 4Cs means that diamond quality can be communicated in a universal language so diamond purchasers know exactly what they are buying.
Color
GIA’s diamond color grading system measures the absence of color, starting with D as colorless and continuing to Z representing light yellow or brown. The distinctions between color grades are so subtle that they are often invisible to the untrained eye but can make a big difference in diamond quality and price.
Cut
A diamond’s cut determines its sparkle. To fashion a stone with proportions, symmetry and polish worthy of an excellent cut grade requires artistry and workmanship. The finer the cut quality, the more sparkle the diamond has.
Clarity
Natural diamonds form from carbon exposed to tremendous heat and pressure deep in the earth. Diamonds often contain clarity characteristics, called inclusions or blemishes. Inclusions are enclosed within the gem and blemishes are on the surface of the diamond. If all else is equal, the closer a diamond is to flawless, with no inclusions or blemishes, the higher its value.
Carat Weight
Diamond weight is measured in carats. One carat is equal to 0.2 gram, about as heavy as a paperclip. Since larger diamonds are more rare, they will cost more than a smaller gem with the same color, clarity and cut grades.
How can we help you?
Whether it be to add to your collection, that first special wristwatch or the restoration of a much loved heirloom we are here to help.
How can we help you?
Whether it be to add to your collection, that first special wristwatch or the restoration of a much loved heirloom we are here to help.