
Beyond the 4C's
Most diamond buyers know about the 4 C’s when purchasing a diamond. The traditional method of evaluating diamonds was established by the Gemologic...
Read moreOne of the first thing that comes to mind after purchasing an engagement is to find your significant other the perfect wedding band. At ILA we ha...
Read moreA diamond certification is written proof a diamond’s unique characteristics. The three primary institutions that grade diamonds are the American G...
Read moreWhat are diamonds made of? Unlike every other precious stone, a diamond is the only mineral made of a single element. Diamonds are composed 99.95%...
Read moreConflict Diamonds At ILA our desire has always been to tell stories through jewelry. Our collections have been inspired by the design sensibilitie...
Read moreFirst introduced by Japanese cutters, the term “hearts and arrows” is used to describe the cutting of a diamond to ideal optical symmetry. Less tha...
Read moreNo two diamonds are alike, but what exactly makes one diamond different from another? Diamonds are valued by the 4Cs- Color, Clarity, Carat and Cut...
Read moreThe clarity of a diamond is determined by the absence of inclusions and blemishes. Inclusions are the internal or surface reaching characteristics ...
Read moreThe facets of a diamond often reflect the color from their surroundings. So, the metal color you choose will affect the appearance of your diamond....
Read moreLab-grown diamond are relatively new and gaining popularity, so we have put together an easy to follow frequently asked questions (FAQ) for Lab-Gro...
Read moreClarity is a measure of the absence of inclusions and blemishes in a diamond. Inclusions and blemishes are characteristics of a diamond that have a...
Read moreThe shape of the diamond can also affect the appearance of color in a diamond. Round brilliant diamonds are considered the best for masking the ap...
Read moreLab-Grown Diamonds Explained So you are on your way to buy your long-awaited diamond solitaire, and you have heard a lot of different opinions on ...
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