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It takes 5 steps to change from rough diamond to engagement ring

Dec 27, 2022
From the moment the diamond is unearthed to the engagement ring you wear on your finger, the whole long journey requires quite a few steps.

The whole journey takes about 5 steps. Among them, we will detail the process of cutting in depth and concretely, because it turns gray rough diamonds into sparkling and charming diamonds, which is irresistible to set them on the engagement ring.

Diamond cutting is a very special traditional skill, which is usually passed down from generation to generation through the relationship between the same family or master and apprentice. It takes a lifetime to master, which is completely different from the processing procedures of other gemstones.


1.Plan. The development of a cutting plan is a critical step, as it will define the final cutting outcome of diamonds. The plan includes: maximizing the value of rough diamonds by selecting the shape most suitable for the market demand. Secondly, study the cutting method that can obtain the maximum diamond weight, because there is an average weight loss of 50% when cutting diamonds, and the diamond industry calculates the diamond value in carats. Third, cutting can affect color grading. Therefore, certain shapes must be used to enhance the color of diamonds.

2.Cut or saw. In this step, the rough diamond is cut into different parts by laser or mechanical saw.

3.setting. Once the rough diamond prototype is cut, the technician can start to polish the diamond to round the original stone. The two diamonds are fixed on a rotating shaft. Then, because they rotate very quickly from the opposite direction, they rub against each other to form a rough circle.

4.Polishing. Once the diamonds have been polished into rough circles, the craftsmen start polishing them, using mechanical arms and turntables to grind out each small section of the diamond. This process actually includes two steps, namely, carving the main surface and polishing. The main surface carving is to fix the upper and lower parts of the diamond, add 16 upper facets such as table top, and fix the pointed bottom. Polishing is to polish all the facets at the lower part of the diamond, so that the round diamond becomes a finished diamond with 58 complete facets.

5.Check. This is the final stage of the whole process. It is very important that diamonds meet the quality monitoring standards of diamond manufacturers. If there are any imperfections, they should be returned to the polisher for rework.

Now, you must cherish diamonds more, because you know how to change the diamonds on your wedding ring from their original state to perfect diamonds.

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