GIA DIAMONDS · KNYSNA
We specialise in high-end diamonds and sell only stones accompanied by GIA grading reports, whose strict standards provide a sound reference for comparing their characteristics. We guide you through the report and the individual diamond, considering its proportions, appearance and suitability for the piece you would like us to create.
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The Four Cs give us a useful starting point, but choosing a diamond is a matter of seeing how its qualities work together. We explain the report, compare stones with you and help you balance appearance, size and budget.
Cut · How the diamond handles light
Cut is about proportions and craftsmanship, rather than shape alone. It influences brightness, fire and scintillation. GIA’s overall cut grade applies to standard round brilliant diamonds in the D-to-Z colour range; fancy shapes require a different assessment.
Colour · Subtle differences in tone
For diamonds on GIA’s D-to-Z scale, D represents the least colour. We help you compare subtle differences in person and consider how the chosen metal and setting influence the appearance. Fancy-colour diamonds use a different grading approach.
Clarity · Understanding what you can see
Clarity describes internal inclusions and surface blemishes. The grade is assessed at 10× magnification, while the position and visibility of individual characteristics also matter. We help you distinguish what appears in the report from what you notice when wearing the piece.
Carat · Weight, proportion and presence
A carat is a unit of weight equal to 0.2 grams, rather than a measure of size. Two diamonds of the same weight can look different because of their shape and proportions. We compare their dimensions and appearance alongside the other qualities.
Viewing a diamond is an opportunity to understand the qualities that make it distinctive. We compare suitable stones with you, discuss what the grading report tells us and consider the setting that will best suit your choice. Share your preferred shape, budget and timing so that we can prepare for your consultation, either in Knysna or remotely.
We source rare and collectable diamonds alongside stones selected for individual engagement rings, pendants and earrings. Our work brings selection, design and manufacture together, allowing the proportions and setting to develop around the diamond you choose. Availability, specifications and the quotation are confirmed with you before proceeding.
We can bring in diamonds and gemstones for you to view and compare, without charge or obligation. Suitable stones are often available overnight, depending on availability. Tell us the shape, colour, approximate size and budget you have in mind so that we can prepare a considered selection.
Arrange a consultationOften called “GIA-certified diamonds”, these stones are accompanied by a GIA grading report. GIA grades diamonds; it does not certify them or assign a purchase value. Ask us to explain the report and confirm its details through GIA Report Check. A report supports an informed choice, alongside assessment of the actual stone.
For standard round brilliant diamonds, cut quality considers how proportions and craftsmanship influence brightness, fire and sparkle. We prioritise an Excellent cut grade when selecting these stones. Polish describes the finish of a diamond’s facet surfaces. We seek an Excellent polish grade as part of our focus on precise, beautifully finished diamonds. Symmetry assesses the precision of a diamond’s shape and facet alignment. Excellent symmetry completes the combination often called Triple Excellent for round brilliant diamonds.
Check a GIA reportHELPING YOU CHOOSE
GIA’s overall cut grade applies to standard round brilliant diamonds in the D-to-Z colour range. Fancy shapes such as oval, pear and emerald cuts are assessed differently; polish and symmetry should not be mistaken for an overall cut grade.
Yes. Share your preferred shape, approximate carat weight, budget and timing. We will discuss suitable options, the grading report and a written quotation. Availability and final pricing are confirmed before you order.
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Tell us what you have in mind. We will help you plan the next step.
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