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Most diamonds mined are industrial diamonds -- about 80%. The remainder are gem-quality, but are not useful as gemstones until they are cut and polished into shapes that reflect and refract light from the gem.
The cut and polish process is accomplished by crafts people who have an expertise in cutting and polishing diamonds. This work is accomplished in workrooms filled with wheels, vices, magnifying lenses and strong light.
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What are some sayings about diamonds?
Diamonds are so hard that they can only be cut by other diamonds. Diamonds are forever. (!) The bunt flew out of the diamond.
How do you cut diamonds on RuneScape?
To cut diamonds, use a chisel on an uncut diamond in RuneScape. Further cut diamonds can be cut into bolts for rangers.
What shapes are diamonds cut into?
There are many standard shapes for diamonds, including round brilliant, emerald, pear, marquis and so forth. You can read more about diamond shapes, below.
Do real diamonds have flaws?
Yes. Exceptions are gem-quality diamonds that have been cut and polished so that there are no flaws. These diamonds are rated as 'flawless'.
Can diamonds cut glass?
Yes, diamonds can cut glass, because diamonds are harder than glass.
How many different cuts of diamonds are there?
There are as many cuts of diamonds nearly as there are diamonds. Predictable cuts include, round brilliant, emerald cut, cushion cut, pear shape, oval and so forth. Some jewelers also sell heart-shape cuts, square cuts and more. Sometimes, larger stones are cut in a unique way, so as to best display the diamond's best assets, whether they be colour, clarity or carat weight.
Where are most raw diamonds cut?
Diamonds are cut in the Netherlands, in India, in Canada and Australia. India may cut the most diamonds, since most small stones are cut there.
What are the different cut shapes for diamonds?
There are many different cut shapes for diamonds. Some examples include: round brilliant, princess, emerald, pear, radiant, cushion, heart, oval, and many more.
How are diamonds valued?
Cut diamonds are valued by their cut, clarity, carat weight and colour.
Diamonds cant actually cut glass?
Yes, diamonds can cut glass. Glass can also cut glass.
What can cut through diamonds other than diamonds?
Diamonds are used to cut -- cleve or saw -- diamonds. In higher-tech-equipped facilities a laser can be used.
How does Israel produce cut diamonds?
Businesses in Israel purchase raw diamonds from brokers, and cut the diamonds, which then can be sold as finished gemstones.
