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# The 4 Cs

# The 4 Cs Guide to Diamonds

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### Not all diamonds are created equal. At Gittelson Jewelers, we select diamonds against our own personal rigid criteria to ensure that only the most beautiful diamonds adorn our customers.

![The 4 Cs diamond education](https://gittelsonjewelers.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/dimaond-ring.jpg)

## What are the 4 Cs?

Every diamond, like a human fingerprint, has certain distinguishing characteristics. These are referred to as the 4Cs:

- Cut
- Color
- Clarity
- Carat

These are the globally accepted standards for assessing the quality of a diamond. Only the world's most expertly crafted and beautiful diamonds earn the right to be shown at Gittelson Jewelers.

## The 4 Cs of Diamonds

You can click on each category below to learn more about the 4 Cs of diamonds. There are so many decisions that come into buying the perfect diamond ring. Gittelson Jewelers has their preferred mix of the 4 Cs in each investment range you fall into.

![The 4 Cs - diamond cut](https://gittelsonjewelers.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/diamonds-cut.jpg)

### Cut

Cut is determined by how a diamond’s facets interact with light.

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![The 4 Cs - diamond clarity](https://gittelsonjewelers.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/close-up-diamond.jpg)

### Clarity

Clarity is a measure of the purity and rarity of the stone.

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![The 4 Cs - diamond color](https://gittelsonjewelers.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/dimaond-color.jpg)

### Color

Color refers to the natural tint inherent in white diamonds.

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![The 4 Cs - diamond carat](https://gittelsonjewelers.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/diamond-carat-1.jpg)

### Carat

Carat denotes the weight of a diamond; not the size.

[Learn More](https://gittelsonjewelers.com/diamond-carat/#.XtpjBJ5KjFx)

![](https://gittelsonjewelers.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/transparent-diamonds.png)

## Diamond Shapes

Every diamond shape has its own unique appeal. Discover the diamond shape that reflects your personal style and relationship.

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