Understanding the 4Cs: Cut, Color, Clarity & Carat

The 4Cs—cut, color, clarity and carat weight—are the global standard for evaluating a diamond’s quality 4cs.gia.edu. Established to ensure consistent and unbiased results across the diamond industry, this framework transformed how diamonds are assessed and helps customers compare stones with confidence 4cs.gia.edu. Without strict standards the characteristics of a diamond would be left open to interpretation 4cs.gia.edu. The 4Cs provide a common language to ensure transparent grading, uniform practices and accurate pricing 4cs.gia.edu.

At Diamonds by Magnús James™ we hand‑select diamonds that meet elite 4C standards. The cut determines how well a diamond reflects light—our stones are precision‑cut to maximize sparkle. Color measures the presence of any yellow or brown tint; we choose diamonds with an E color grade or better, meaning they appear icy and colorless diamondsbymagnusjames.com. Clarity refers to internal inclusions; our diamonds sit just beneath the Internally Flawless grade, achieving VVS clarity for near‑flawless brilliance diamondsbymagnusjames.com. Carat weight indicates the diamond’s size; by optimizing the other Cs we help clients balance size with beauty and budget.

When shopping for diamonds, use the 4Cs as your roadmap and let our Diamond Experts guide you to the perfect combination for your style.