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Depth
The height of a diamond from the culet to the table. The depth is measured in millimeters.
Depth Percentage
There are two different measurements of the diamond's depth mentioned on a diamond grading report - the actual depth in millimeters (under "measurements" at the top of the report) and the depth percentage, which expresses the proportion of the depth to the width.
Diamond
A diamond is the hardest known natural substance. A crystal made up of 99.95% pure carbon atoms, it is crystallized carbon. Diamonds are mined in their rough form and then, cut and polished to reveal their brilliance.
Diamond cutting
The method by which a crystal made up of 99.95% pure carbon atoms, that is, a rough diamond mined from the earth, is shaped into a finished, faceted stone.
Diamond gauge
An instrument that is used to measure a diamond's length, width and depth in millimeters.
Diamond grading report
The report given by a recognized gemological laboratory that gives the grade, quality and characteristics of your diamond for a fee.
Dispersion
Popularly referred to as the ‘Fire’ of the diamond, this is the dispersion of light after it enters a diamond, reflects off the facets and the angles cut into the stone.
Drop Earrings
Earrings that have one part attached to the ear, and another part hanging suspended from this portion to resemble a ‘drop’.
