Diamond Education

Empowering Your Diamond Choice

Finding the right diamond begins with understanding each individual's distinctive properties. In Aliyah Creation, the process starts here with the 4Cs of Diamonds: cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. Whether it's Diamond Sparkle and Brilliance or Diamond Shapes and Sizes, many factors are worth learning about to make the perfect choice. Make informed decisions with our Diamond Buying Guide and achieve that ideal choice for your taste and needs.

THE 4Cs OF DIAMONDS

DIAMOND SHAPES

Diamonds are available in various forms of shapes, which individually possess some unique charm and beauty. Shape is the part that considerably contributes to the overall look and brilliance of a stone.
Round

The round diamond is the most recognized and sought-after shape, accounting for nearly 75% of all diamonds sold worldwide due to Its brilliance and timelessness.
Princess

Princess-cut diamonds are known for their brilliance, excellent symmetry and proportions. These factors make the princess-cut diamond more elegant and popular.
Cushion

Cushion cut diamonds are square or rectangular with rounded corners. This style has been very popular due to soft appearance with numerous available designs.
Oval

Oval cut diamonds have gained popularity because of their elongated and silvery appearance which create the illusion of a larger stone while maintaining its brilliance.
Asscher

The Asscher cut, designed in the early 1900s, is a square shape with step-cut facets. It gives classic, art-deco elegance for those looking at a vintage charm into their hands.
Emerald

The emerald cut diamond has an elegant rectangular form with step-cut facets. They have a style that sends out sophistication and are often part of royal collections.
Radiant

The radiant cut diamonds are the best of round, princess, emerald, and cushion cut combined. Its hybrid shape always combine brilliance in a unique angular look.
Pear-Shaped

The shape of a pear-shaped diamond is a rounded end and the other pointed. Its sleek, streamline outline makes them striking for anyone interested in an unorthodox look.
Marquise Cut

This marquise cut diamond was commissioned by King Louis XIV. Its elongated pointed ends make the stone appear larger than it is in terms of carat weight.
Heart-Shaped

Heart-shaped diamonds represent love and passion. Their characteristic mark is their famous cleft with a rounded end which provides a romantic way to shape a piece.

GIA DIAMOND GRADING

The GIA Diamond Grading Report offers an independent analysis of the features of the diamond’s quality. It also provides information on polish, symmetry, and fluorescence to provide a thorough evaluation. This diamond certification offers assurance that your diamond is up to standard with the industry quality.