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What determines the value of colored diamonds?
What determines the value of colored diamonds?
- Size and clarity
- Presence of color and saturation (correct)
- The grading system used
- The absence of color
Which term describes the degree of darkness or lightness of a color?
Which term describes the degree of darkness or lightness of a color?
- Tone (correct)
- Intensity
- Saturation
- Hue
What phenomenon occurs as saturation levels rise in a color?
What phenomenon occurs as saturation levels rise in a color?
- Gray components increase
- Hue becomes indistinguishable
- Brownish components diminish (correct)
- Color becomes achromatic
What does the GIA Color Scale begin with?
What does the GIA Color Scale begin with?
Which grading range is nearly indistinguishable in diamonds smaller than 0.25 ct?
Which grading range is nearly indistinguishable in diamonds smaller than 0.25 ct?
What is true about achromatic colors like white, gray, and black?
What is true about achromatic colors like white, gray, and black?
What is meant by 'depth of color' in colored diamonds?
What is meant by 'depth of color' in colored diamonds?
What classification comes after the colorless range in the GIA Color Scale?
What classification comes after the colorless range in the GIA Color Scale?
What is the main focus of the GIA Colored Diamond Grading System?
What is the main focus of the GIA Colored Diamond Grading System?
How many hues does GIA recognize for color grading diamonds?
How many hues does GIA recognize for color grading diamonds?
Which term does NOT describe the effects of tone and saturation on a diamond's hue according to GIA?
Which term does NOT describe the effects of tone and saturation on a diamond's hue according to GIA?
What effect does the diamond's cut have on grading colored diamonds?
What effect does the diamond's cut have on grading colored diamonds?
What characteristic is NOT considered when grading a diamond's color?
What characteristic is NOT considered when grading a diamond's color?
What are the five degrees of fluorescence described by GIA?
What are the five degrees of fluorescence described by GIA?
During the grading process, in what position are colored diamonds typically evaluated?
During the grading process, in what position are colored diamonds typically evaluated?
What characteristic can affect a diamond's color appearance when colored inclusions are present?
What characteristic can affect a diamond's color appearance when colored inclusions are present?
What influences the classification of colored diamonds?
What influences the classification of colored diamonds?
What is a common misconception about the term 'blue white' in the diamond trade?
What is a common misconception about the term 'blue white' in the diamond trade?
What lighting is most widely accepted for color grading diamonds?
What lighting is most widely accepted for color grading diamonds?
What is the correct first step in the grading procedure for diamonds?
What is the correct first step in the grading procedure for diamonds?
What does the master-eye effect illustrate in diamond grading?
What does the master-eye effect illustrate in diamond grading?
How is a diamond's color grade typically determined?
How is a diamond's color grade typically determined?
When should a grader view the diamond face-up?
When should a grader view the diamond face-up?
What ensures the accuracy in the GIA color grading process?
What ensures the accuracy in the GIA color grading process?
Why must a diamond be reexamined under magnification after color grading?
Why must a diamond be reexamined under magnification after color grading?
Flashcards
Hue
Hue
The characteristic of a color that gives it its family identity (e.g., red, blue, green).
Saturation
Saturation
The intensity or strength of a color. High saturation means a vivid color, low saturation means a muted or faded color.
Tone (color)
Tone (color)
The lightness or darkness of a color.
Achromatic
Achromatic
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GIA Color Scale
GIA Color Scale
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Normal Color Range (Diamonds)
Normal Color Range (Diamonds)
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Colored Diamonds
Colored Diamonds
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Depth of Color (Diamonds)
Depth of Color (Diamonds)
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Diamond Color Grading Environment
Diamond Color Grading Environment
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Color Grading Lighting
Color Grading Lighting
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Masterstones
Masterstones
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Grading Procedure (Method)
Grading Procedure (Method)
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Master-Eye Effect
Master-Eye Effect
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Diamond Examination Positions
Diamond Examination Positions
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Face-Down Position
Face-Down Position
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Diamond Color Grade Estimation
Diamond Color Grade Estimation
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Diamond Color Influence
Diamond Color Influence
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Fluorescence in Diamonds
Fluorescence in Diamonds
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Colored Diamond Grading
Colored Diamond Grading
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Diamond Color Hues
Diamond Color Hues
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Colored Diamond Grading System (Terms)
Colored Diamond Grading System (Terms)
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Diamond Color Appearance
Diamond Color Appearance
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Colored Diamond Grading Process
Colored Diamond Grading Process
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Diamond Clarity and Color
Diamond Clarity and Color
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Study Notes
Diamond Grading (Color)
- Diamond color value is impacted by color presence, particularly saturated pinks, blues, and greens.
- Slight variations in color significantly affect value.
- Hue: The initial color impression (red, blue, green).
- Tone: The darkness or lightness of a color.
- Saturation: The intensity of a color. Achromatic colors (gray, white, black) lack hue.
- Depth: The combination of tone and saturation, influencing color perception.
GIA Color Grading System
- Established in the 1950s for diamond color grading.
- The D-to-Z scale (colorless to light yellow/brown/gray).
- Each letter represents a color range, not a precise point.
- Masterstones determine the least amount of color in each designated grade.
- Normal color range diamonds are evaluated by their absence of color.
- Colored diamonds are graded by their color's presence in the table up or face up position.
- The scale has divisions: colorless, near-colorless, faint, very light, light, and ranges continuing through fancy light.
- Color differentiation is more obvious in the pavilion (diamonds viewed from below) than in the face-up position.
Diamond Color Grading Terms
- Historical trade terms often described color using location names (e.g., Golconda, River, Jagers).
- These terms reflect the color often associated with the mining location, but their use can lead to inconsistencies or error in description and grading.
- The GIA system helps prevent many color grading problems by providing standard procedures.
Color Grade Environment
- Graders require a consistent lighting environment (balanced, daylight-equivalent fluorescent light).
- The environment needs to minimize influence on the grading procedure.
- Stones are rigorously cleaned to remove dust and dirt before grading.
Grading Procedures
- Diamonds are graded table-down first, then face-up, systematically comparing to masterstones.
- The grade assigned is the one of the masterstone that it is most similar to compared to the other masterstones.
- The color grader attempts to find the masterstone that accurately matches the diamond's color.
Master Eye Effect
- This optical illusion, a phenomenon to be aware of, happens when a diamond's and masterstone's colors are very similar and the angle of viewing can impact the perceived depth of color.
Colored Diamond Estimation
- Diamonds are examined from both face-down and face-up positions for accurate color grading.
- Processes involve perpendicular vision of pavilion facets (face-down) and the table (face-up), leading to more precise evaluations.
Factors Influencing Color Appearance
- Unusual proportions, size, and clarity characteristics can impact a diamond's color.
- Factors like inclusions or cleavages can affect how color is perceived.
- Relative size of a diamond in comparison to similarly cut masterstones can affect apparent depth of coloring.
- Fluorescence in diamonds. Fluorescence is described as present, with grades, rather than being a grade itself.
Grading Colored Diamonds
- Evaluation of colored diamonds uses specialized methods, comparing stones side-by-side in controlled lighting.
- This process looks for characteristic color and compares it to others to find a corresponding match.
- GIA's reference stones in the system mark the boundaries of color ranges with colors being described based on their hues.
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This quiz covers the fundamentals of diamond color grading, including the GIA color grading system and factors affecting color value such as hue, tone, saturation, and depth. Understand how these elements influence the grading from colorless to various shades. Test your knowledge of the classification and evaluation of diamonds based on their color characteristics.
