The 4C in plain words
Four traits set a diamond price and look.
- Cut — most important for sparkle
- Colour — D (colourless) to Z
- Clarity — FL to I
- Carat — weight
Reports and smart savings
GIA, IGI and HRD reports are widely recognised; check the girdle inscription against the lab database before paying. G–H colour, eye-clean VS2–SI1 clarity and a weight just under a round number save a lot without a visible difference — but never compromise on cut.