THE JOURNEY FROM ROUGH TO RING
A look at the four steps that transform a rough diamond into an extraordinary ring that celebrates your love.
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Diamond Size
Diamond Carat
Carat is often the first thing to come to mind when thinking about a diamond’s size. Size and carat weight are closely related but there are other factors in a diamond’s appearance. Cut and shape also play a role in whether the diamond appears visually larger or smaller than its actual carat weight.
Kwiat Standards
A properly cut diamond will not have too much weight in hidden areas. The added weight increases the cost without giving the diamond a larger appearance. At Kwiat, we cut our diamonds to keep the carat weight in the right places. Each gem has the widest possible diameter to appear larger than other diamonds of comparable carat weight. And because of their superior cut, our diamonds will appear whiter than their GIA color grade. We call this the Kwiat Tiara® Cut.
Kwiat diamonds
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5.1 - 5.3mm1/2 CARAT4.8 - 5.0mm
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5.8 - 6.0mm3/4 CARAT5.6 - 5.8mm
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6.4 - 6.6mm1 CARAT6.2 - 6.4mm
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7.4 - 7.6mm1 1/2 CARAT7.1 - 7.3mm
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8.1 - 8.3mm2 CARAT7.9 - 8.1mm
Other diamonds
Diamond Color and Clarity
Diamond Color
Diamonds are rated on a color scale developed by the GIA, the world’s premier diamond grading nonprofit. The color grading system is based on the alphabet, beginning with the letter D and running all the way through Z. A grade of D is the best possible grade a diamond can receive, which translates to an absence of color. Diamonds with this grade tend to be the most rare and valuable.
Diamond Clarity
Clarity refers to the presence of imperfections, known as inclusions, in the crystal structure of the diamond. Nearly all diamonds contain some sort of inclusion, as they are part of a diamond’s characteristics and structure. An inclusion within a diamond is natural, and on the higher end of the clarity scale, does not take away from its beauty.
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STEP 1
Choose Your Rough Diamond
We’ll help you choose an uncut stone that will beautifully yield the diamond shape you desire. It will be from a known country of origin, ensuring it is conflict free and ethically mined.
STEP 2
Cut to Perfection
Thanks to more than a century of experience, Kwiat diamonds are cut to the world’s highest standards. Kwiat Tiara Diamonds, our exclusive collection of perfectly cut iconic shapes, are only available at Kwiat.
STEP 3
Design Your Ring
We’ll guide you through the design process as you choose the details that will make your ring unique. Our designers will get to work on a 3-D rendering that shows your ring from every angle. Request any changes you’d like — we’re not happy until you are.
STEP 4
Crafted for You
Master artisans in our New York City workshop will handcraft your setting in platinum or 18K gold, per your specifications, and mount your perfectly cut diamond. The final result: a stunning, one-of-a-kind ring with unparalleled beauty and brilliance.