As Roman naturalist Pliny the Elder wrote in the first century AD: “Diamond is the most valuable, not only of precious stones but of all things in this world.” One’s thoughts may also turn to diamonds as a means of investment, with their long history as beautiful objects of desire. However, there are several facets to look at before purchasing these sought-after gems.
Casting an Expert Eye on the Stones
In recent years, lab-grown stones have seen an emergence. Although natural and lab-grown diamonds are nearly indistinguishable to the naked eye, gemological experts can differentiate between natural and lab-grown diamonds based on their inclusions and the evenness of their colour under the microscope. Mediocre lab-grown diamonds may even exhibit tinges of brown or grey, or signs of strain that lead to a blurry appearance.
Knowing Their Worth
The 4C’s of Diamonds—Cut, Clarity, Colour, and Carat—are also known as the universal method to grade nature’s finest treasures and each plays a role in determining a diamond’s price and rarity. Although the market prices of diamonds fluctuate, Bain & Company’s historical analysis found that, over the past three decades, the value of a natural diamond has seen an increase of three per cent year-on-year due to their finite supply.
Enduring Designs
Rather than opting for a piece based on personal preference, it is wise to opt for classic, enduring designs for diamond jewellery, such as DeGem’s BrilliantC Ultimate Collection. Timeless pieces with character tend to maintain their perennial allure over changing trends.
Beauty Created with Prodigious Skill
If only the best will do in life for the aspiring investor, BrilliantC by DeGem is the epitome of brilliance in the realm of diamonds. It stands proudly among the elite, with fewer than 0.1 per cent of the world’s diamonds ascending to such heights of excellence. Architected with a patented mathematical formula of proportions and angles, the goal of DeGem is to innovate an ideal cut diamond with ultimate light performance, together with flawless fire, brilliance and scintillation.
Each BrilliantC diamond is accompanied with a traceability report, ensuring that it derives from conflict-free origins. Esteemed global diamond cutters then created the BrilliantC using their expertise and savoir-faire to evolve it from rough to polished stone.
Investing in high-quality diamonds with flawless craftsmanship and design such as BrilliantC Diamonds from DeGem not only guarantees its current value, but also ensures its enduring worth over time.
