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Rough Diamond Valuation

A general view of valuating rough diamond with the emphasis on experience.

• Experience is Critical
• Rough Versus Polished
• The Buyer's Niche and Manufacturing Costs
• Grading Clarity in Rough
• Thick Skin
• Grading Color in Rough
• Irregular Shapes
• Octahedral Crystals
• The Macle
• Diamond Cleavage
• The Rough Gamble

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  • Rough Diamond Valuation
    • Experience is Critical
    • Rough Versus Polished
    • The Buyer's Niche and Manufacturing Costs
    • Grading Clarity in Rough
    • Thick Skin
    • Grading Color in Rough
    • Irregular Shapes
    • Octahedral Crystals
    • The Macle
    • Diamond Cleavage
    • The Rough Gamble
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