Ep 18: The 4 Cs of Diamonds: Exploring Clarity, Carat Weight, and the Most Important C of All

In this episode, we delve into the last two of the Four C's of diamond quality, Clarity and Carat weight. While the 4C's may seem boring, they play a significant role in determining the price you'll pay for a diamond, making it crucial to understand them. But don't worry, we'll get through it together!

I'll discuss the details of the Gemological Institute of America's Clarity System, which looks like this: 

Once we've covered the basics of Clarity and Carat weight, I'll share a Fifth C with you that will simplify everything. While knowing about the 4 C's is helpful, it won't necessarily make buying an engagement ring or other diamond jewelry any easier. But with the Fifth C, you'll have a clear understanding of what to look for when purchasing diamonds.

And what is the Fifth C?  Collaboration.  It's magic. 

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If you want to talk with me personally you can email me at andy@buylikeaguy.com. I'm happy to personally help you find the right jewelry for your special occasion, or put you in touch with a jewelry pro that's closer to home.

Music credits: Preacher Man by Miles Neilson and The Rusted Hearts, used with permission. A killer band with original songs that get stuck in your head.  They're awesome.

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Andy Koehn

Third generation jewelry store owner and creator of the Buy Like a Guy brand which includes a blog, podcasts and various social media platforms. (He says it like it is.)

http://www.buylikeaguy.com
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