Wednesday, November 16, 2011

The 4C's: Diamond Clarity

CLARITYDiamonds that are absolutely clear are the most sought-after and therefore the most expensive. But many diamonds have inclusions — scratches, trace minerals or other tiny characteristics that can detract from the pure beauty of the diamond. The GIA and EGL use a detailed system of rules and standards to summarize the number, location, size, and type of inclusions present in a diamond.


Diamond ClarityFL, IF Flawless, Internally Flawless: No internal or external flaws. Internally Flawless: No internal flaws. Very rare and beautiful diamonds. VVS1, VVS2 Very, Very Slightly Included: Extremely difficult to see inclusions under 10x magnification. An excellent quality diamond. VS1, VS2 Very Slightly Included: Inclusions are not typically visible to the unaided eye. Less expensive than the VVS1 or VVS2 grades. SI1, SI2 Slightly Included: Inclusions are visible under 10x magnification. I1, I2, I3 Included: Will be visible to the unaided eye.

What Clarity is best?
We recommend that you select an "eye-clean" diamond — one that has no inclusions visible to the unaided eye. An excellent value, diamonds of this clarity are much less expensive than IF- or FL-grade diamonds and typically do not contain visible inclusions that detract from the beauty of the diamond. If you're considering an SI grade diamond, call Diamonds by Eyal to speak to a diamond and jewelry expert who will review the diamond to ensure the quality and the inclusions. But, if you'd rather not compromise on clarity yet are budget conscious, Diamonds by Eyal will find the diamond for you.






                                           







Tuesday, November 8, 2011

The 4C's: Color


Searching for the perfect stone can be intimidating. By perfect I not only mean a brilliant diamond that she will love, but also one that is in your budget. Knowing about the clarity of a diamond is essential when looking to purchase a stone. 
COLOR
Acting as a prism, a diamond can divide light into a spectrum of colors and reflect this light as colorful flashes called fire. Just as when looking through colored glass, color in a diamond will act as a filter, and will diminish the spectrum of color emitted. The less color in a diamond, the more colorful the fire, and the better the color grade. At Diamonds by Eyal, you'll find only the finest diamonds with color graded D-K/L. Diamonds graded J or better are colorless or near-colorless — their color is typically undetectable to the unaided eye.
Diamond Color
D Absolutely colorless. The highest color grade, which is extremely rare. E is also colorless. Only minute traces of color can be detected by an expert gemologist. A rare diamond, F Colorless is slight color detected by an expert gemologist, but still considered a "colorless" grade. A high-quality diamond; G-H Near-colorless. Color is noticeable when compared to diamonds of better grades, but these grades offer excellent value.
I-J Near-colorless. Color slightly detectable. An excellent value.
K-M Noticeable color.
N-Z Noticeable color.
Note that Diamonds by Eyal also carries fancy color diamonds. These diamonds are graded on a different color scale than white diamonds. Since the scale above ranges from the best to the worst quality in a white diamond, the colors found in fancy color diamonds are not represented on this scale.
Fancy colored diamonds are quite valuable due to their rarity. Fancy diamond colors include yellow, green, orange, pink, brown, blue etc. The hues of the colors, similar to diamonds, vary. You can find stones that are Fancy Light Yellow, Fancy Yellow, Fancy Intense Yellow and Fancy Vivid Yellow, with Fancy Vivid being the boldest, most valuable and priciest.

About Flourescent
Some people seek diamonds that produce this unique effect, while others avoid it. The visible effects of fluorescence grades of faint, inert, negligible, and medium, can only be detected by a trained gemologist with specific UV light. A fluorescence grade of strong or very strong can make a diamond with a near-colorless grade look even whiter. In some very rare instances a diamond with very strong fluorescence can give the diamond a slight hazy or oily appearance. For the purist, look for a colorless diamond with a grade of D-F and a fluorescence rating of faint, inert, none, or negligible. If you'd rather not compromise on color but would like to stay on budget, choose a diamond with a good cut, and good clarity, consider going with a medium fluorescence. It will still be beautiful to the unaided eye and you may prefer the unique effect of a medium fluorescence. It is imperative to come to our showroom and sit with our diamond experts in order to determine the effectiveness of fluorescence on any given diamond.
Fluorescent Diamond (top picture) vs. Non fluorescent (bottom picture)
For more information you can call us at 561.999.8878

Thursday, October 27, 2011

Why is Diamonds By Eyal By Appt Only?

We do business differently.

To keep our overhead, and more importantly your prices low, we serve you by appointment. The appointment will be focused on you and your needs only. We want your experience at Diamonds by Eyal to be memorable and worth your time and money.We give you a chance to relax and examine your diamond & jewelry up close. You can ask questions without having to compete for the attention of a salesperson.  At Diamonds By Eyal you will get straight answers and expert advice. You can also expect a few laughs. It's the kind of  experience you won't find at the mall or the mega-stores. 


Our Mission

Our customers come first. Diamonds by Eyal recognizes that total customer satisfaction is essential to our success. And we realize that repeat business from our valued customers and their positive referrals to others is the lifeblood of our business. Therefore, we pledge to always ensure that the quality of our jewelry, the absolute accuracy as to how it is represented to customers, and our extremely attractive pricing based on the simple philosophy that "When we buy well we must always price well", must never be compromised. All this, followed by absolute insistence on making every conceivable effort to correct any reasonable customer complaint promptly and cordially, constitutes the all-important and sacred mission statement of Diamonds by Eyal.
 Diamonds by Eyal is the right choice for you. You are invited to sit in our diamond room while we serve you, you don't have to stand over a counter while debating over a diamond or a piece of jewelry. 


Diamonds by Eyal is the right choice for you. You are invited to sit in our diamond room while we serve you, you don't have to stand over a counter while debating over a diamond or a piece of jewelry. Please feel free to contact Diamonds by Eyal in order to get the best value for your investment.

Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Diamond Care



Diamonds are the hardest substance on earth. They are uniquely resistant to damage by heat or scratching, and can be cut or polished only by another diamond but an extremely hard blow to the girdle can cause a diamond to chip. By having your diamond set in a relatively protective setting, and remaining conscious of it on your finger, you can keep your diamond intact for a lifetime. 

Exposure during ordinary wear to perspiration and household chemicals, like chlorine and hairspray, can cause buildup that dulls the surface of a diamond. We suggest periodic cleanings to keep the diamond brilliant and refractive. 

This stone diamond engagement ring has been
exposed to household chemicals




Cleaning your Diamond
When you purchase a diamond at Diamonds by Eyal, you will receive a lifetime of cleaning and maintenance of your stone. From time to time, it is a good idea to have your diamond cleaned and have the security of the setting checked.
Storing your Diamond Jewelry
We recommend that all diamond jewelry is stored individually in soft cloth pouches when not being worn to prevent the diamond or diamonds from scratching or dulling other jewelry.

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

$500 & Under: Gorgeous Diamonds By Eyal Jewelry


Diamonds by Eyal has beautiful and affordable pieces. Whether your doing early Christmas shopping, looking for a gift for that special someone, checking out our great deals or just like looking at brilliant jewelry pieces, you've come to the right place.








Wednesday, September 14, 2011

Gorgeous Engagement Rings! Which would you wear?


Whether you’re doing some research for him, want to delight in happily-ever-after daydreams or just like looking at pretty diamond rings, Diamonds by Eyal is the place for you.




Classic Solitaire
Diamond Solitaires are a classic expression of love.
They perfectly showcase the brilliance and charm of the diamond. Solitaires will never go out of style and they make good heirloom pieces.



Halo Settings

One of the hottest trends, the Halo Pave engagement ring enhances the diamond's beauty makes it appear larger, while increasing the ring's brilliance. 










Antique Style 
Vintage and Antique Engagement Rings are romantic and beautifully crafted. The exquisite features combine for gorgeous intricacy. These rings evoke a feeling of treasured family heirloom.



Fancy Colored

Just gaining popularity colored stone engagement rings, they are perfect for the girl who likes to stand out from the crowd. The rings are pricey because fancy colored diamonds are quite rare.      Celebrities have increased the popularity of these eye-catching rings.







Three-Stone Rings

Three-stone engagement rings represent the past,
present and future.The three stones signify love in the past, love in the present and love in the future. The three-stone ring is not exclusive to proposals, it can be given as a gift on many occasions. A timeless way to say "I love you".


Tension Settings
Tension setting engagement rings are very unique and modern.Most contemporary styles feature a bezel-set and a design in which the diamond seems to float. Tension rings are also budget friendly and graceful.