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GIA-imageGIA certified
15/17 quality

1.04 Carat Round Natural Diamond

Very Good Cut

J Color

VVS1 Clarity

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Learn about your diamond

You’ve selected a 1.04 carat round natural diamond. 0% of our users choose round diamonds. Learn more about them here.

Cut is the most important factor. When an experienced gemologist picks up a diamond grading report, their eyes go to very specific values. They are looking to see if these fall within the desired ranges. Seemingly unimportant values like the depth percentage have a large effect on how your diamond will sparkle - and these values differ for each shape.

Follow the checklist prepared by our gemologists to see how your diamond fares. If it misses by a little bit on one or two, that’s fine, but we recommend trying to find a stone that passes on all:

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Your diamond
Very Good
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Rare Carat Ideal
PropertyTargetDiamond
Cut
Excellent
Very Good
Symmetry
Very Good or better
Very Good
Polish
Very Good or better
Very Good
Girdle Percentage
2.5% - 4%
N/A
Girdle Thickness
Thin to Thick
Thin - Sli. Thick
Table
54% - 60%
65.0%
Depth
59% - 63%
58.8%
Crown Angle
33° - 35°
33.5°

Your 1.04 carat round natural diamond is graded J color (Near Colorless), and you can read more about J color diamonds here.

Color is graded beginning with D (Colorless). Learn more about diamond color here. The market prices colorless diamonds higher as they are rarer, but some people prefer warmer colored stones.

Our gemologists check for following color issues before recommending a diamond:

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Your diamond
(G-J)
(D-F)
PropertyTargetDiamond
Color
K-D
J
Artificial Treatment
No
No
Fluorescence Color
None or Blue
None
Fluorescence Strength
Very Strong or less
None

Your 1.04 carat round natural diamond is graded VVS1 clarity, which stands for Very Very Slightly Included 1. Read more about VVS1 clarity diamonds here, or learn more about diamond clarity in general here.

There are minimum clarities our gemologists prefer for each shape, but beyond that clarity is a matter of budget and preference. People typically aim for an eye clean stone. Also, our gemologists have certain deal-breakers when it comes to clarity. For example, our gemologists always avoid stones with a cavity, because with one wrong hit your diamond can crack.

Use the checklist below to ensure your diamond passes. Consult us before purchasing to see if any other nuanced issues are present:

SI2-SI1
VS2-VS1
Your diamond
VVS2-VVS1
IF-FL
PropertyTargetDiamond
Clarity
SI2 or above
VVS1
Cavity
No
No
Chip
No
No
Knot
No
No
Laser Hole
No
No
Etch Channel
No
No
Patch
No
No
A diamond's carat weight is determined by its size, with larger diamonds weighing more. Learn more about carat here.
However, it's important to note that carat weight is not the same as size, as other factors such as depth and shape can also impact how large a diamond appears.
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Actual diamond size on size 6 hand
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1.04 ct

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Based on 8,433 reviews

Tatiana Cross
4 days ago
I highly recommend this company! My fiancé and I shopped at a jewelry store first and found an engagement ring style that we both loved. Then we found the same ring (with a much bigger center diamond and better quality diamond) for the same price. The customer service was perfect. We were able to chat online with a gemologist to help us find a matching wedding band that looked beautiful with my engagement ring that was within our budget. Once the rings shipped, they arrived by the next day! After our experience with my engagement ring and wedding band, I went back to the site and ordered my fiancés wedding band from Rare Carat as well. Highly recommend!!
April Monico
2 hours ago
I had a very poor experience with another online retailer and found RC online. I liked the extended warranty they offer, read through the reviews, and decided to pull the trigger on an upgrade to my original wedding ring set. We ordered the Capri 3-stone setting and band. The first center stone diamond I selected was no longer available upon ordering, so they worked with me to find a replacement. I knew exactly how it was progressing through the process, from the date of ordering. They confirm the shipping address before it goes out which will alleviate any issues with delivery due to typos/autofill. I have done that before with other orders; it happens. I was notified it shipped and literally received it the following morning. I love it. The only thing I wasn't sure about is the curved band...it looks a little too thin for my chonky short fingers. That's a me problem and after some consideration I did end up ordering a second band to "bookend" the 3-stone ring which will make it look a little wider. (I originally wanted a 3-ring set when we first got married years ago, so it works.) Overall I am very happy with the service, price point, and warranty on my set. Should have come to RC first and it would have saved me a month-long headache with the other place.
Jade Peter
6 days ago
It’s gorgeous. It came out more than I expected. Love and trust them.
Simon Aguirre
5 hours ago
I had a really positive experience with Rare Carat. The website was easy to navigate, and I liked being able to compare different diamonds and customize the ring to my preferences. The information provided made it easier to understand the options, and the customer service team was helpful whenever I had questions. The ordering process was straightforward, and I received regular updates while my ring was being prepared. The finished ring looked beautiful and arrived securely packaged. Overall, everything from selecting the diamond to receiving the finished ring was smooth and well organized, and I’m very happy with the experience.
Alec Mejia
6 days ago
This company did amazing. I cannot recommend these guys enough!!!
Shad Hart
10 hours ago
The Rare Carat team provides a seamless, flawless customer service experience. The communication is top notch and the professionalism is unmatched for an online purchase. This niche retail seller is NOT dealing with small, unimportant purchases. They realize the enormity of the situation of an engagement ring purchase and feel like a true partner through the entire experience. Thank you Rare Carat! The ring is AMAZING too! I was blown away when it arrived, very discreetly shipped. When the deal went down with my fiancé, there were tears of joy and the ring was the star of the show.
Zabdiel Hattem
6 days ago
A wonderful and smooth process from picking the band to finding a beautiful diamond. Even when I needed help with shipping updates Shelby with Marketplace assistance ensured my delivery was taken care of. Can’t recommend enough!
Taryn Feuz Grosso
23 hours ago
I love my engagement ring. Even though it wasn't a surprise because my fiance wanted me to pick it out, it DID surprise me. I didn't expect it to be so beautiful. The staff at rare carat was very helpful. I know I annoyed them for months until I decided on the PERFECT ring. My ring was shipped and received before the estimated date. I also decided to get the lifetime plan from JM. Thank you so much. You made THIS bride to be... VERY happy. 😊
r p
Wednesday
Some of the best customer service that I've EVER experienced!! The ring is even more beautiful than I imagined.. She calls it a Statement Piece (whatever that means). I WILL definitely be using your company again!! The worst part was waiting for it to arrive lol.<br><br>THANK YOU!!!
John
Today
The website was very easy to use and the customization of the ring was great. I ultimately chose Rare Carat because I was able to customize the ring and diamond so easily . The price also helped but it was surprising how many other sites couldn’t do what rare carat did. I loved my experience and the now fiancé, loves the ring.