Symmetry and the Polished Diamond

Posted on January 1, 2009 by Paul T. Shannon Diamond Technologies, Inc. (DTI)

Polish and symmetry errors affect the perceptible appearance of a diamond. Off center culets, lopsided pavilions, off center tables, and lopsided crowns all detract from the overall beauty. During several visits to prominent manufacturing centers, I…

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