Diamonds
Everlasting Sparkle
Diamonds are often a centerpiece or accent in any piece of jewelry. In their most common form, they are awesome.
For four generations, my family has sold quality diamonds to Kansas City and beyond. We continue that tradition today. I work closely with you to find the perfect diamond for your jewelry.
- Trained Eye. Looking at a diamond is not like looking at a car. I been looking at diamonds for decades and know their subtleties.
- Honest Assessments. I want to find the best diamond for you. Whethers that is a lab-grown or a natural. I can help you determine the most appropriate size and quality for your jewelry.
- Everlasting Sparkle. Diamonds are beautiful because of way light travels through them. Find them is the first part. Crafting a special piece for it is the next step.
Shop Stunning Diamonds
For four generations, my family has sold quality diamonds to Kansas City and beyond. We continue that tradition today. I work closely with you to find the perfect diamond for your jewelry. My trained eye and decades worth of relationships with diamond cutters allows me to find the best diamonds for your jewelry.
See Diamond Prices
Here is a quick run down of diamond prices. Lab-grown diamonds are priced differently than naturally-found diamonds. Larger diamonds are more expensive, and often exponentially so. Lastly, the quality of the diamond is important in diamond prices with whiter and cleaner and more brilliant diamonds being more expensive.
| Size | Highest Quality | Great Quality & Value | Love That Size | Laboratory Created | Link |
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| 0.5 | - | - | - | - | - |
| 0.75 | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1.0 | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1.25 | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1.5 | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2.0 | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2.5 | - | - | - | - | - |
| 3.0 | - | - | - | - | - |
| 4.0 | - | - | - | - | - |
| 5.0 | - | - | - | - | - |
Undestand Diamond Shapes
Diamonds are cut into many different shapes, and each shape has its own unique characteristics. They work as the center of any piece of jewelry including an engagement ring or as accents.
Round
The most popular shape, known for its brilliance and fire. They pop in almost any setting style and are my personal favorite.
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Oval
Gained popularity as the 2nd most requested shape. Their elongated looks looks beautiful as a center or an accent.
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Pear
Pointed and rounded, pear-shaped diamonds are a classic in jewelry. I love a pear-shaped diamond in an pendant.
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Princess
The square that took over jewelry for decades in the late 1980s and 1990s. Princess cut diamonds pop like a round but have the design possibilities of a square.
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Marquise
The long and narrow shape makes marquise diamonds look large and beautiful. So many beautiful setting options exists for them including as accents, in North-South, or East-west across the finger.
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Heart
Nothing says love like a heart-shaped diamond, but beautiful heart-shaped diamonds can be difficult to find.
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Emerald
A classic and timeless shape featuring unique step cut facets. Emerald cuts need to be clean and white to be at their best.
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Radiant
Either elongated or square, radiant cut diamonds can be stunning. Their straight sides and corners make them a great choice in so many settings styles.
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Cushion
Either elongated or square, cushion cut diamonds can be stunning. They are common in fancy colored diamonds.
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Asscher
The square cut diamond is a modern and chic shape that is a great choice for a center stone. Its faceting is similar to an emerald cut.
Learn more →Specialty Shapes
So many variations of specialty shapes exist, and most are stunning as centers or accents. We love a unique look and specialty shapes often provide just that.
Learn more →Learn About Diamond Quality
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) developed a system for grading diamonds. This system is now the industry standard for diamond grading. Their system is used by jewelers and consumers alike to understand the quality of a diamond. It is not perfect, but it is a good starting point and the standard by which I grade.
Carat Weight
Carat weight is how a diamond is measured. One carat equals 200 milligrams. Larger diamonds are rarer and more valuable, but size isn't everything. The quality of the cut, color, and clarity also significantly impact a diamond's beauty.
Cut
The cut determines how well a diamond reflects light. A well-cut diamond will sparkle brilliantly, while a poorly cut one may appear dull.
Color
Diamond color grades range from D (colorless) to Z (light yellow). The less color, the higher the grade.
Clarity
Clarity refers to the presence of internal and external characteristics in a diamond. These characteristics are often microscopic and don't affect the diamond's beauty to the naked eye.
Certification
A diamond certificate from a reputable laboratory like GIA provides an unbiased assessment of the diamond's quality characteristics.
