Diamond Symmetry-What Is It?

Symmetry Is The Equality Between Corresponding Parts Of A Stone

The symmetry of a diamond refers to the arrangement of the facets and finished angles, created by the diamond cutter. Excellent symmetry of a well-cut and well-proportioned diamond can have a great effect on the diamond's beauty. Grading reports will often state the diamond's symmetry in the following terms: Excellent, Very good, Good, Fair, or Poor.

It is often assumed that diamonds with poor symmetry were cut by professionals with poor skills. However just the opposite may be quite true.

When a rough diamond is being polished, the goal usually consists of creating the heaviest and most valuable diamond possible. An experienced cutter may be able to effectively perform this function by polishing a diamond with imperfect symmetry to avoid inclusions. It is also a fact that "key weights" (Like 1.0 carat or 2.0 carats) can be priced much higher than weights just a fraction below. (Like .99 carats or 1.99 carats)

The experienced diamond professional may decide to create a diamond with variations in the girdle thickness, an off-center table or cutlet, or a tilted table in order to achieve the "Key weight".

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