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“Ever since I was a little boy I have been fascinated with diamonds – they are the most intriguing gemstone in the world” Christopher Stoner

As a qualified gemmologist, Christopher Stoner has amassed a wealth of knowledge in the diamond industry over the years. With no two diamonds being the same, it is an area of his business that really excites him. As bespoke jewellery specialists, Christopher hand picks every diamond for our in-store collection of jewellery as well as one-off pieces for clients. Only the finest diamonds are selected ensuring you receive the very best value for your money.

One of the most important factors Christopher considers when buying a diamond is the measurements of the stone. Diamonds are priced with a combination of weight and quality so we want to see as much of the value as possible. For example two diamonds weighing 1.00ct in weight could differ in their measurements significantly, one could look considerably
 bigger than the other.

The key to ensuring value for money when buying diamonds is making sure all quality aspects have been considered and compared as outlined in the image above.  Understanding how measurements in conjunction with cut, clarity, colour and carat affect how a diamond will look takes years of experience.

Stay tuned for Christopher’s next diamond tip….