Lab created refers to products synthesized in a controlled laboratory environment to mimic natural counterparts, most commonly gemstones and diamonds. These materials have identical chemical and physical properties to natural ones but are produced faster and at lower cost, raising ethical and market implications.
The mark ’14kt’ indicates that a piece of jewelry is made of 14-karat gold, meaning it consists of 14 parts gold and 10 parts alloying metals. This composition results in a gold purity of approximately 58.3%.
In the context of jewelry and gemstones, RSC typically stands for ‘Round Single Cut.’ It refers to a specific style of diamond cut used primarily as accent stones.
A simulated diamond is a gemstone that imitates the visual properties of a natural diamond without being composed of carbon. Common simulants include cubic zirconia, moissanite, and glass, each offering different levels of brilliance and price.
In the context of jewelry, ‘K’ or ‘Ks’ stands for Karat, a unit of measurement used to determine the purity of gold. It indicates the ratio of gold to other alloy metals in a piece of jewelry.
Diamond cut gold refers to a specialized jewelry finishing technique where precise facets are engraved into the metal. This creates a reflective surface that mimics the brilliance of a diamond without requiring actual gemstones.
Enhanced clarity refers to diamonds whose internal inclusions have been treated to appear clearer. Common methods include laser drilling, fracture filling, and high‑pressure high‑temperature (HPHT) processing, each altering the stone’s visual appearance without changing its natural crystal structure.
The mark ’14kp’ on jewelry typically indicates that the piece is made of 14 karat pink gold. This alloy consists of gold mixed with copper and silver to achieve a distinct reddish-pink hue.
A clarity enhanced diamond is a natural gemstone that has undergone treatment to improve its visual clarity. The process typically involves filling surface-reaching inclusions with a transparent material, making the stone appear clearer while retaining its natural origin.
The term ‘2ct’ is a common abbreviation used primarily in jewelry and gemology to denote a weight of two carats. It refers to the mass of a gemstone, such as a diamond, based on a standardized measurement system.