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What is the difference between White Gold and Platinum?
Many consumers make a common mistake in defining the difference between White Gold and Platinum only by price. Platinum is four times stronger than White Gold, does not discolor or oxidize like Gold does, and is more durable. Platinum gives a very white, slightly duller appearance, while White Gold tends to shine brighter. 18 karat White Gold is a great option for the price conscious consumer who wants a purer metal.
Which metal type is best?
Our ring collection and most of our fine jewelry comes in Platinum and Gold (White or Yellow). Platinum is more durable and will show fewer nicks and scratches. As for color, Platinum and White Gold look similar and yield a modern style, while Yellow gold is perfect for those who prefer the hue's warmth and chic appeal.
What is the difference between 14K gold and 18K gold?
'18 karat' means the metal is 75% pure gold, whereas '14 karat' means the metal is 58.5% pure gold. Both purities are used primarily for quality jewelry and are durable for everyday use. 18 karat purity produces a finer quality gold and a richer color when used to create yellow gold. When creating white gold, 14K gold will yield a slightly whiter color.
What is rhodium and what does it do?
Rhodium is a metal alloy that is derived in the separation process of Platinum. Rhodium is commonly applied to fine jewelry to create an incredibly hard protective coating on Silver and Gold. It also provides a whiter shine and tarnish prevention to Silver and White Gold.
How can I find my ring size?
Brilliance provides a printable ring sizer to accurately gauge the ring size of the intended finger. We can also send you a complimentary plastic ring sizer upon request. View our Ring Size Information for details and the request form.
Do you sell certified diamonds from Canada?
Brilliance offers a wide selection of certified diamonds from Canada. Please contact a Brilliance representative at 866-737-0754 to shop for Canadian diamonds.
What is laser inscription?
A diamond that is laser inscribed has a set of numbers or letters on its girdle allowing it to be positively identified in case of theft or after cleaning or repair, which can only be seen under magnification.
What does Ideal Cut mean?
An Ideal Cut stone is a diamond that has been cut to produce the greatest brilliance and fire. A diamond can be polished within a range of measurements that yield an Ideal Cut. For detailed descriptions and diagrams about the cut of a diamond, please visit our Diamond Cut section.
What does Make mean?
Make is a term used in the world's diamond markets to refer to a diamond's cut, finish, and appearance. Each diamond at Brilliance is evaluated on a 'Make' scale, which is based on the quality of a diamond's proportions as well as its visual brilliance and fire.
Are some diamond certifications better than others?
The most respected gemology labs are the GIA and the AGS. However, all of the certifications we carry come only from one of the five universally trusted gemology labs. To learn about the different labs and the advantages of each, please visit Diamond Certification.
Do you sell customized jewelry?
Many of our jewelry styles are available with multiple options to create the item that's right for you. For a truly custom piece, our jewelry designers can create a custom engagement ring or custom jewelry to meet your exact specifications. To get started, visit our Custom Jewelry Information.
What is the quality of your loose diamonds and the diamonds used in your jewelry?
Brilliance only sells loose diamonds that are certified by one of the five trusted gemology labs around the world. In addition, we select only the highest quality diamonds for use in our fine jewelry. The quality of the diamonds used in a particular piece of jewelry is clearly marked on that item's product details page.
How do you ensure the accuracy of the product details?
Every piece of fine jewelry offered by Brilliance is graded by two Master Gemologists to ensure the accuracy of each product's details.
Are all Engagement Rings or Solitaire Rings set with diamonds when purchased?
All certified diamonds that are ordered with a ring setting come to you set and finished. There is no charge for setting a center stone into its setting.
Are your diamonds certified?
All diamond from our online diamond search come accompanied with a certificate, a gemologist's evaluation of the stone's characteristics, from one of the five universally trusted gemology labs (GIA, AGS, EGL, IGI, HRD). To find out about the labs and their grading methods, please visit our extensive diamond certification section.
Does Brilliance offer fancy colored stones or diamonds?
At this time Brilliance does not offer fancy colored diamonds online. However, if you would like to place a special request, contact a Brilliance diamond expert at 866-737-0754.
Are your certified diamonds laser inscribed?
More than half of the loose diamonds in our diamond search are laser inscribed. If a diamond is laser inscribed it will be noted on the diamond report/certificate as a comment or a note.
Do you use treated or "man-made" diamonds in any of your jewelry?
Brilliance does not sell any loose diamonds or diamond jewelry that have been treated or enhanced in any way. Every diamond offered at Brilliance is 100% natural..
How can you offer such low prices on all your products?
We manufacture all our jewelry, and our loose diamonds come straight from the source in order to offer you the best prices. We are confident that no diamond or jewelry retailer can compete with our guaranteed low prices.
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