1.72 carat interesting and stunning raw diamond octahedron/dodecahedron
Type of Stone: Diamond
Shape: Dodecahedron and Octahedron
Carats: 1.72
Measurements: 6.91 x 5.5 x 5.4mm
Color: E - white with a slight natural coloring that is difficult for the eye to detect
Description: This is an interesting and stunning piece. At different angles, the structure of this stone appears to be either octahedron - like a stacked pyramid shape - or like a dodecahedron - which has diamond shaped "windows" on its surface. So, the surfaces of this stone are both triangular and diamond shaped, giving this stone an almost magical appearance. It is almost perfectly clean with one small wisp-like inclusion on one edge that will be covered most likely when set, though it could be set in a manner that the tiny inclusion is laid bare - for intrigue. The surface of the stone has geometric lines on it, gently outlining the shape of the windows themselves. This provides a multidimensionality to the appearance of the diamond - giving it shine and sparkle as well. This will set beautifully no matter which way you choose to set it, and as a rough diamond on its own it's a very special specimen.
Source: Angola
Certifications: This stone was traded between borders completely in keeping with the Kimberley Process and is therefore conflict-free and does not finance violence by rebel groups seeking to undermine legitimate governments anywhere on earth.