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As diamond is the hardest natural mineral on earth, theoretically, only diamond can cut a diamond. But, diamonds are also cut by lasers.
Diamonds are cut and polished on diamond wheels. They are held against a rotating plate which is made from hardened steel infused with diamond dust.
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How does a diamond from being mined to being in a store?
Diamonds are mined, washed, sorted and sold to diamond cutters. Cutters plan the cut, cut the stone, polish it and sell it to people who use gemstones in diamond jewelery. You can read more detail about these steps, below.
Will water cut a diamond?
No. Only another diamond can cut a diamond.
Can tungsten blades cut diamond?
No. Only diamond can cut diamond.
When was Diamond Cut created?
Diamond Cut was created in 1978.
What determines the value of a 'chocolate diamond'?
The value of a "chocolate diamond" is determined by several factors, including its carat weight, cut, color, and clarity. The more carats a diamond has, the higher its value. The cut refers to the way the diamond is shaped and faceted, with well-cut diamonds being more valuable. The color of a chocolate diamond, which is a brown variety of diamond, can range from light to deep brown, with darker and more intense colors being more valuable. Lastly, clarity refers to the presence or absence of internal or external flaws, with diamonds that have fewer flaws being more valuable.
Can a diamond only cut a diamond?
Given the proper environment, a diamond can cut anything, including another diamond.
What is more expensive white diamond or blue diamond?
All else being equal: carat weight, cut, and clarity, a blue diamond will always be more expensive than a white diamond.
Can a simulate cut a diamond?
No. Diamond is the hardest mineral known. It can only be cut by another diamond.
What is a quarter cut diamond?
Quarter-cut diamond may be a pattern description. Diamond stones are not usually described as 'quarter-cut'.
What are the ratings and certificates for Diamond Cut Diamond - 1914?
Diamond Cut Diamond - 1914 is rated/received certificates of: UK:U
What are the ratings and certificates for Diamond Cut Diamond - 1916?
Diamond Cut Diamond - 1916 is rated/received certificates of: UK:U
How much does the heaviest diamond in the world weigh?
The heaviest diamond in the world is the Cullinan diamond, which weighed 3,106 carats (around 1.37 pounds) in its rough form before being cut into multiple diamonds. The largest cut diamond from the Cullinan diamond, the Cullinan I or Great Star of Africa, weighs 530.2 carats.
