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Bringing Light to Life
When we observe a beautiful diamond we admire its remarkable ability to radiate light in all directions with extraordinary intensity. This eternal gift of light is the life of the diamond. Every diamond is born with the ability to shine. In this universe, only man with his science and artistry can enable the diamond to come to life. By polishing, faceting, and shaping the raw diamond in precise, optically correct proportions, man has unleashed the awesome brilliance potential of the diamond. Diamond cutting techniques began in the fifteenth century and have been refined over the ages. Master craftsmen often passed this incredibly demanding art from generation to generation. Although techniques have changed over time--with the use of sophisticated tools and machinery--the finest cutting of a gem from rough stone is still preformed by a skilled craftsman's hands.
Cut is the Key to Light Performance
The cut of the diamond is the secret to its illuminating beauty because it is the single most important factor in determining the fire and brilliance of a diamond. The precision of each facet is vital because the more a diamond reflects and refracts light, the better its radiance and intensity. When it is done properly, the cut of the diamond skillfully manages the reflections and refractions of light optimally to achieve maximum brilliance, fire, luster and scintillation. When a diamond is cut to the precise level where all incident light rays entering the diamond are propelled back through the crown region of the diamond with no internal interference, then the Ideal Light Performance State has been reached. At this level, the light performance is 100%. The Light Input equals the Light Output. The diamond as a light machine is fully efficient with no loss of light energy. The GemEx BrillianceScope is an excellent instrument for measuring light performance.
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