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2500 E. Independence Blvd
Suite CC300
Charlotte, NC 28205
Store Hours:
Monday - Friday
10 AM - 5 PM
Saturday
10 AM - 2 PM
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Coleman Perry and his sales associates give full service with 40-75% off Retail Prices.
We carry a large selection of:
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Semi-Mounts |
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Bracelets |
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Diamond
Bands |
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Diamond
Earrings |
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Pendants |
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Brooches |
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Wedding
Bands |
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diamond's quality depends upon the 4Cs, which are color, clarity,
carat weight, and cut. These four categories are considered the universal
standards in evaluating the beauty of a diamond.
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Color
Diamonds range in color from colorless to yellow. Even though
most diamonds appear colorless to the untrained eye, the majority
of diamonds contain traces of yellow or brown. The closer the stone
is to colorless, the more valuable the diamond.
Carat Weight
This is the weight of the diamond measured in carats. One carat is
divided into 100 "points," so that a diamond of 75 points
weighs 0.75 carats. Carat weight is the easiest of the 4Cs to determine.
But two diamonds of equal weight can have very unequal value, depending
on their cut, color, and clarity.
Clarity
Most diamonds contain very tiny natural birthmarks known as inclusions.
However, the fewer and smaller the inclusions are, the less likely
it is that they will interfere with passage of light through the diamond
and the more beautiful the diamond will be. Diamond in nature's material
is most capable of producing a maximum amount of brilliance. A diamond
that is free of both inclusions and surface blemishes is very rare
and therefore more valuable.
Cut
Diamond cutting techniques have been refined since the 15th century
when master craftsman passed down their art form from generation to
generation. Today, the finest diamond cutting still occurs in the
hands of skilled craftsman. Cut determines the fire brilliance of
the diamond. If the diamond is cut to just the right proportions and
at certain precise angles, the stone's ability to reflect and refract
light will be maximized. When a round diamond is cut to ideal proportions,
light will bounce freely within the diamond and reflect back out of
the crown without escaping through the opposite side or the bottom
of the stone. The skill and experience of the diamond cutter will
determine the stone's brilliance and scintillation.  |
Perry's Gold Mine offers 90 days same as cash, layaway, and trade-in's. We use Rapaport Wholesale Price Sheet
to explain the real value of your diamond needs.
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