All About Gemstones

I'll be adding some information here around the gemstones I use and how I source them. This page will be updated as I get asked questions, so if there's something you'd like to know that isn't here, please just ask!
Diamonds
I source my diamonds carefully, only from sellers who have made sure they are conflict-free. Diamonds are graded in relation to the 4Cs - Colour, Clarity, Cut and Carat Weight - a sclae which was created by the GIA, the Gemological Institute of America. More information can be found here.
Colour:
This scale goes from D to Z. D-rated diamonds are the clearest, most colourless diamonds, where Z rated diamonds are yellowish.

Clarity:
This scale shows whether there are any inclusions within the stone.

Cut:
The cut of the diamond affects its brightness and brilliance.
Carat:
Diamonds are sold by carat weight. One carat weighs approximately 0.2g.