Each diamond is as unique as the individual that wears them. For this reason Mazzarese selects each diamond carefully for its combination of the four C's and a fifth consideration, value. From premium to ideal-cut, colorless to fancy, round to square, each diamond represents years of experience from the world's finest diamond cutters unleashing the internal beauty that gives the diamond its endless brilliance.
Mazzarese carries diamonds of all carat weights, shapes and
characteristics
certified by independent gemological laboratories such as GIA, AGS, EGL and HRD.
There are few purchases that represent eternity. Let the experts at Mazzarese educate you on what to consider when purchasing a diamond or even selecting the perfect piece of jewelry. An educated consumer is our main goal.
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There
is
a
certain
discerning
trait
among
humans
that
demands
perfection.
To
Mazzarese,
perfection
is
the
ultimate
statement
and
found
in
the
most
minute
of
details.
Although
all
diamonds
begin
as
identical
rough
material,
only
a
select
few
have
the
potential
to
reach
the
"ideal",
the
highest
level
of
perfection
of
the
modern
round
brilliant
cut.
The
Mazzarese
Ideal
Cut
diamond
achieves
the
maximum
amount
of
brilliance
through
optimum
proportions
with
relation
to
crown
angles
and
facet
placement
in
order
to
return
the
ideal
balance
of
light
reflection
and
dispersion.
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to
view
larger
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The
Mazzarese
Ideal
Cut
diamond,
when
viewed
through
a
specially-designed
scope,
reveals
a
phenomenon
only
achieved
with
the
most
exacting
proportions
presenting
hearts
around
the
perimeter
of
the
stone
when
viewed
from
the
bottom,
or
pavillion
of
the
stone,
and
arrows
when
viewed
from
the
top,
or
crown.
Each
Mazzarese
Ideal
Cut
diamond
is
certified
by
the
American
Gemological
Society
(AGS)
with
"0-Ideal"
(zero-ideal)
ratings
for
the
symmetry,
proportion
and
finish
which
represent
the
highest
achievement
available.
Ask
to
view
a
Mazzarese
Ideal
Cut
diamond
and
experience
the
perfection
of
nature
for
yourself.
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Cut
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Perhaps one of the most identifiable of the four C's and the only grade that humans actually play a role in influencing. The cut of a diamond does not solely refer to the shape but the facet design, finish and proportions of the diamond. A diamond that is considered properly cut will exemplify the art of diamond cutting through its radiance and brilliance.
Diamonds
selected
by
Mazzarese
are
cut
to
specific
proportions
deeming
them
"Ideal"
and
"Premium"
cuts.
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Color
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The color of a diamond refers to the hue and saturation of the intensity or lack of color within the body of a diamond. Color occurs usually in shades of yellow, brown and gray produced by different levels of nitrogen below the surface of the earth; little to no nitrogen produces colorless diamonds while high levels of nitrogen produce yellow and brown hues. Color is graded in letter classifications from colorless (D-E-F), near colorless (G-H-I-J) and degrees of yellow and brown (K to Z). Some of the most rare colors occur in fancy, vivid shades of yellow, pink and even blue.
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Clarity
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Clarity refers to the natural inclusions within diamonds. Consisting primarily of foreign bodies (inclusions) present during the development of the diamond and external scratches or blemishes. Inclusions can take different forms and shapes. The grading of a diamond's clarity is determined by the number, size and location of the inclusions. There are eleven grades within five classifications ranging from Flawless and Internally Flawless (FL-IF), Very Very Slightly Included (VVS1-VVS2), Very Slightly Included (VS1-VS2), Slightly Included (SI1-SI2) and Included (I1-I2-I3). Clarity is determined by using a 10x microscope or jewelers loupe (pronounced "loop").
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Carat
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The "carat" is a unit of measurement equaling 1/5th of a gram and originating from the carat seed found in the Middle East. Carat weight (ct) is measured in whole and decimal units into the hundredths expressed as
"points" or fractions. A diamond of "one carat" would be represented by "1.00ct", while a diamond of "one quarter carat" or "twenty-five points" would be represented by "0.25ct". The larger the diamond the more rare and therefore more valuable. The carat weight of a diamond is the most objective grade since there is no deviation in weight.
