BELAROQ DIAMOND GUIDES

Diamond Guides

These guides connect gemological terms to the practical decisions in a finished piece: appearance, dimensions, setting, clarity, fit, documentation and approval before production.

Buying and education guides

Conceptual HPHT and CVD lab-grown diamond processes shown beside a diamond seed, rough crystal and polished diamond

LAB-GROWN DIAMOND EDUCATION

What Are Lab-Grown Diamonds? A Clear Buying Guide

Learn what lab-grown diamonds are, how HPHT and CVD work, how they compare with natural diamonds and simulants, and what to verify before buying.

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Nine diamond shapes arranged face-up: round, oval, emerald, pear, princess, cushion, radiant, marquise and heart

DIAMOND SHAPE EDUCATION

Diamond Shapes Explained: A Practical Buying Guide

Compare 9 diamond shapes by sparkle, face-up size, proportions and setting needs. Learn how to choose round, oval, emerald, pear and more.

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Two matched diamonds and a jeweler's loupe illustrating that VS and VVS clarity are evaluated under magnification

DIAMOND CLARITY EDUCATION

VS vs VVS Diamond Clarity: A Practical Guide

Compare VS and VVS diamond clarity, visibility, 10× grading, lab-report terms and Belaroq prices. Learn when each grade is worth choosing.

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Six round brilliant diamonds in increasing sizes beside a gem scale and digital caliper

DIAMOND SIZE GUIDE

Diamond Carat vs Millimeter Size Chart

Compare diamond carat weight with millimeter size. See an approximate round-diamond chart and learn how shape, depth, setting and total carat affect appearance.

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Lab-grown diamond ring, stud earrings, pendant and tennis bracelet with a blank grading-report folder, loupe and caliper

LAB-GROWN DIAMOND BUYING GUIDE

How to Choose Lab-Grown Diamond Jewelry

Learn how to compare lab-grown diamond jewelry by laboratory identification, report details, cut, clarity, carat, setting and final order specification.

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