Diamond Polish & Symmetry: Enhance the Brilliance of Your Lab-Grown Diamond | OROLEV
When selecting a diamond, most buyers focus on cut, color, clarity, or carat weight. However, two often-overlooked factors—polish and symmetry—play a crucial role in maximizing a diamond’s brilliance. At OROLEV, we specialize in lab-grown diamonds, and understanding polish and symmetry can help you choose a diamond that shines flawlessly.
This guide explains what polish and symmetry are, how they are graded, and why they matter in your diamond selection.
What is Diamond Polish?
Polish refers to the smoothness of a diamond’s facets after it has been cut. A well-polished diamond allows light to pass through and reflect evenly, enhancing sparkle.
Even a perfectly cut diamond may appear dull if the facets are rough or uneven.
Polish Grades
Diamonds are evaluated on polish using the following standard grades:
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Excellent (EX): Facets are perfectly smooth; maximum brilliance and sparkle.
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Very Good (VG): Minor polish lines visible under 10x magnification; hardly noticeable to the naked eye.
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Good (G): Some polishing marks may be visible under magnification; slight effect on brilliance.
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Fair (F): Noticeable marks under magnification; can slightly impact light performance.
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Poor (P): Facets rough; brilliance and sparkle may be diminished.
For the best sparkle, OROLEV recommends Excellent or Very Good polish for your lab-grown diamonds.
What is Diamond Symmetry?
Symmetry measures how precisely a diamond’s facets align with each other. Proper symmetry ensures that light reflects evenly across the stone, creating that mesmerizing sparkle diamonds are known for.
Misaligned facets can cause light leakage, reducing brilliance even in diamonds with perfect cut, color, and clarity.
Symmetry Grades
Symmetry is graded similarly to polish:
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Excellent (EX): Perfectly aligned facets; optimal light performance.
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Very Good (VG): Minor misalignments, almost invisible to the naked eye.
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Good (G): Noticeable imperfections under magnification; slight impact on sparkle.
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Fair (F): Misalignments visible; may affect brilliance.
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Poor (P): Misaligned facets; significant impact on light reflection.
At OROLEV, we ensure our lab-grown diamonds have Excellent or Very Good symmetry to maximize fire, scintillation, and overall beauty.
Why Polish and Symmetry Matter
While cut, color, and clarity get most of the attention, polish and symmetry are key to a diamond’s sparkle:
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Brilliance: Smooth facets and precise alignment maximize light reflection.
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Fire: Proper symmetry enhances the dispersion of light into rainbow flashes.
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Scintillation: A well-polished and symmetrical diamond sparkles consistently as it moves.
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Value: Diamonds with top polish and symmetry grades maintain their beauty and resale value.
Even a lab-grown diamond with perfect clarity and color can appear dull without proper polish and symmetry.
Lab-Grown Diamonds and Top Polish & Symmetry
Lab-grown diamonds allow precise control over cutting, giving you the advantage of Excellent polish and symmetry without the premium cost of mined diamonds.
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Affordable perfection: Get top-quality polish and symmetry at a better value.
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Sustainable luxury: Ethical, conflict-free diamonds that shine brilliantly.
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Expert craftsmanship: Lab-grown diamonds are cut to maximize light performance and sparkle.
The OROLEV Promise
Every lab-grown diamond at OROLEV is:
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Certified – accurate grading for polish, symmetry, cut, clarity, and color.
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Ethically sourced – 100% conflict-free and sustainable.
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Expertly cut – optimized for brilliance, fire, and scintillation.
Final Thoughts
Diamond polish and symmetry may seem subtle, but they make a major difference in how a diamond shines. At OROLEV, our lab-grown diamonds combine top-tier polish, perfect symmetry, and superior cut to create stones that dazzle from every angle.
Explore our collection today to find the perfect diamond with brilliance that lasts a lifetime.
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