Diamond Essentials 3
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1. Near-Colorless A general term for diamonds in the G-to-J color
range.
2. Normal Range of diamond colors from colorless to light
Color Range yellow, brown, and gray.
3. Color Range
4. Hues Your first impression of a color; the basic color of
an object.
5. Tone A color's degree of darkness or lightness.
6. Saturation A color's strength or intensity, ranging from a dull
hue to a pure vivid hue.
7. Depth of Color The combination of tone and saturation that
determines how noticeable a color is.
8. 3-Dimensional Shows relationship between hue, tone, and
Color Globe saturation.
9. Key Concepts - The D-to-Z scale describes the normal color
range of diamonds.
- It's difficult to accurately determine a
diamond's color grade if it's mounted.
- "Color memory" is not a reliable tool for color
grading.
- Training and a lot of practice are what make
a good diamond grader.
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, Diamond Essentials 3
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- The value
of colored diamonds generally
increases with the strength and purity of the
color.
- Diamonds can be treated to alter or add color by
coating, irradiation, heating, or by a combination
of irradiation and
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Study online at
https://quizlet.com/_ame2f3
1. Near-Colorless A general term for diamonds in the G-to-J color
range.
2. Normal Range of diamond colors from colorless to light
Color Range yellow, brown, and gray.
3. Color Range
4. Hues Your first impression of a color; the basic color of
an object.
5. Tone A color's degree of darkness or lightness.
6. Saturation A color's strength or intensity, ranging from a dull
hue to a pure vivid hue.
7. Depth of Color The combination of tone and saturation that
determines how noticeable a color is.
8. 3-Dimensional Shows relationship between hue, tone, and
Color Globe saturation.
9. Key Concepts - The D-to-Z scale describes the normal color
range of diamonds.
- It's difficult to accurately determine a
diamond's color grade if it's mounted.
- "Color memory" is not a reliable tool for color
grading.
- Training and a lot of practice are what make
a good diamond grader.
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5
, Diamond Essentials 3
Study online at
https://quizlet.com/_ame2f3
- The value
of colored diamonds generally
increases with the strength and purity of the
color.
- Diamonds can be treated to alter or add color by
coating, irradiation, heating, or by a combination
of irradiation and
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