Scagnetti Fine Jewellers – Diamond expertise for life’s defining moments.
The Diamond Experience
The 4Cs of Diamonds:Guide to Exceptional Brilliance
At Scagnetti, knowledge empowers exceptional choices.
Understanding the 4Cs, Cut, Colour, Clarity, and Carat, is essential for selecting diamonds.
1. Cut: The Art of Brilliance
The cut of a diamond determines its sparkle, brilliance, and overall visual appeal.
Our master craftsmen shape each diamond to optimise reflection and brilliance, creating a dazzling display of light.
Excellent Cut: Exceptional brilliance, balanced proportions, and symmetrical facets.
Very Good Cut: Outstanding brilliance with minimal light leakage.
Why Cut Matters:
The superior cut amplifiesthe stone's natural beauty, enhancing its value andvisual allure.
2. Color: Purity and Prestige
The color of a diamond signifies its purity, rarity, and refined elegance.
Our experts carefully select diamonds within the rarest colorless to near-colorless range, showcasing exquisite quality.
D–F (Colorless): Pure, pristine, and exceptionally rare with maximum brilliance.
G–H (Near Colorless): Subtle natural yellow tinge, offering a softer, more traditional appearance.
Why Color Matters
A colorless diamond elevates sophistication, showcasing purity and elegance with every glance.
3. Clarity: The Mark of Perfection
Clarity refers to the absence of internal inclusions and external blemishes.
Diamonds are graded on clarity from Flawless (FL) to Included (I). At Scagnetti, we meticulously select diamonds from FL to VS2 clarity.
FL–IF (Flawless–Internally Flawless): Utter perfection, exceptionally rare.
VVS1–VVS2 (Very Very Slightly Included): Virtually invisible inclusions even under magnification.
VS1–VS2 (Very Slightly Included): Minor inclusions unseen by the naked eye, providing excellent quality and value.
Why Clarity Matters:
Exceptional clarity ensures your diamond captures and reflects light beautifully, embodying timeless perfection.
4. Carat Weight: Symbol of Luxury
Carat measures a diamond's weight and significantly influences its value.
We meticulously source diamonds to maximise visual impact, ensuring impressive presence regardless of size.
Optimal Balance: Choosing the perfect carat weight enhances elegance without sacrificing quality.
Exponential Value: When you're Diamond value increases exponentially with carat weight, highlighting quality and size.
Signature Sizes: Specially curated carat weights offering distinctive style and exclusivity.
Why Carat Weight Matters:
A thoughtfully selected carat weight showcases refined luxury and impeccable taste.
Natural Diamonds vs Lab-Grown: The Value of Authenticity
At Scagnetti, we honour the timeless elegance and true value of natural diamonds. In a world of trends, they remain the superior choice for discerning buyers.
Natural Diamonds
Rare, naturally formed, each one-of-a-kind.
Proven investment and heirloom quality, holding long-term value.
Unmatched rarity, unique geological fingerprint.
Ethically sourced, transparent supply chain, supporting responsible mining communities.
Lab-Grown
• Mass-produced, artificial, identical characteristics
• Rapid value depreciation due to mass production
• Easily replicated, diminishing exclusivity
• Ambiguous ethics and environmental impact, industrialized processes
Authenticity and Timelessness
Natural diamonds form deep within the Earth's crust over billions of years, making each stone an extraordinary masterpiece of nature.
Lasting Value and Investment
Natural diamonds historically maintain or appreciate in value due to their intrinsic rarity.
Rarity and Prestige
Natural diamonds embody prestige due to their scarcity, elevating their desirability significantly.
Ethical Transparency
Our commitment to ethical sourcing means every natural diamond is traced, authenticated, and sustainably sourced.
Why Natural Diamonds at Scagnetti
Choosing a natural diamond from Scagnetti is an investment in authentic luxury, enduring value, and ethical clarity.
Each natural diamond tells a story, becoming a treasured heirloom passed down generations.
Sustainability and Ethical Sourcing: Our Commitment at Scagnetti
At Scagnetti, luxury and responsibility are inseparable. Our commitment goes beyond beauty—it's about doing what's right. From ethical sourcing to environmental care, every step of our process is rooted in transparency and respect.
Transparent Traceability
Each Scagnetti diamond is traceable from mine to masterpiece. We partner only with trusted sources that follow globally recognised ethical standards.
Kimberley Process Certification: Ensures all our diamonds are conflict-free.
Perth Mint Gold & Platinum
We source only certified 18ct gold and platinum directly through the Perth Mint, ensuring purity, integrity. Every jewel begins with metals of exceptional provenance.
Certified precious metals • Perth Mint assurance • Global trust.
In-House Craftsmanship
From design sketch to final polish, every step is completed within our Perth atelier. This ensures uncompromising quality and a traceable journey under one roof.
Designed, crafted, and finished entirely in-house.
The Timeless Value of Natural Diamonds: Legacy & Investment
At Scagnetti, fine jewellery is more than beauty—it’s a lasting investment in legacy and emotion. Natural diamonds retain their value across generations.
Natural Diamonds: Timeless Investments
Unlike fleeting trends, natural diamonds are a true store of value. Their finite supply, geological rarity, and global demand make them a trusted investment for both collectors and families.
• Proven Market Stability: Consistent demand and pricing over decades
• Intergenerational Value: Emotional and financial worth increases over time
• Exclusivity: No two natural diamonds are alike
Emotional Significance & Heirloom Legacy
Jewellery marks milestones—engagements, anniversaries, births. Only natural diamonds carry the weight and tradition worthy of these moments. Their permanence makes them the natural choice for heirloom-worthy designs.
• A Symbol of Authentic Commitment: Natural diamonds honour life's most meaningful memories
• Forever Treasured: Their beauty never fades, unlike synthetic alternatives
Lab-Grown Diamonds: A Fading Trend
Lab-grown diamonds may appear appealing at first glance, but they lose value rapidly. Their oversupply and industrial production undermine their resale potential and emotional significance.
• Depreciating Assets: Can lose up to 70% of value within months
• No Secondary Market: Most jewellers don't buy back lab-grown diamonds
• No Rarity, No Romance: Mass production strips sentiment
Emotional Significance & Heirloom Legacy
Jewellery marks milestones—engagements, anniversaries, births. Only natural diamonds carry the weight and tradition worthy of these moments. Their permanence makes them the natural choice for heirloom-worthy designs.
A Symbol of Authentic Commitment:
Frequently Asked Questions About Diamonds
Are natural diamonds really more valuable than lab-grown diamonds?
Absolutely. Natural diamonds are finite, formed over billions of years beneath the Earth's surface. Their rarity, uniqueness, and market stability have made them a lasting store of value and an emotional symbol across generations. Lab-grown diamonds, on the other hand, are mass-produced and depreciate rapidly.
Are your diamonds ethically sourced?
Every Scagnetti diamond is ethically and responsibly sourced. We exclusively partner with suppliers who adhere to the Kimberley Process and are members of the Responsible Jewellery Council. Our supply chain is fully transparent, supporting fair labour practices and environmental stewardship.
Why do lab-grown diamonds cost less?
Lab-grown diamonds are created in factories using technology that mimics the natural process. While they are chemically similar, their abundance and lack of rarity mean they lack intrinsic value. As more are produced, their prices continue to fall—often dramatically.
Do natural diamonds hold their value?
Yes. High-quality natural diamonds—especially those with GIA certification, excellent cut, and no fluorescence like the ones at Scagnetti—maintain their value over time. Many appreciate in value, particularly as larger, high-grade stones become rarer.
Do natural diamonds hold their value?
Each Scagnetti diamond over 0.20ct is accompanied by a GIA certificate, confirming it meets strict standards for cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. We also inspect each stone in-house to ensure it meets our elevated criteria of D–F color, VVS–VS clarity, and Triple Excellent cut with zero fluorescence.
What's the best diamond certification to look for?
We recommend diamonds certified by the GIA (Gemological Institute of America), widely regarded as the most accurate and respected authority in diamond grading. All Scagnetti diamonds above 0.20ct come with GIA certification.
Expert Diamond Buying Tips: Make an Informed, Elegant Choice
Choosing the perfect diamond is more than a transaction—it's a personal journey. At Scagnetti, we ensure every client feels confident, informed, and inspired.
Prioritise Cut Over Carat
While size catches the eye, brilliance holds it. The cut is the single most important factor in a diamond's beauty.
Tip: Always choose a Triple Excellent cut for brilliance, fire, and symmetry—this is standard in all Scagnetti diamonds above 0.20ct.
Focus on Colour and Clarity in Balance
At Scagnetti, we specialise in D–F colour diamonds across a full spectrum of high-quality clarity grades.
Tip: We carry a curated range of clarity options to suit your individual preferences without compromising on excellence.
Avoid Fluorescence in High-Quality Stones
Strong or even medium fluorescence can cause a cloudy appearance in otherwise beautiful diamonds..
Tip: For maximum clarity and brilliance, choose diamonds with no fluorescence.
Trust Only GIA Certification
The GIA sets the global benchmark for accuracy and impartiality in diamond grading.
Tip: Always insist on GIA certification. Other certificates can exaggerate quality and mislead buyers.
Choose With Purpose and Confidence
A diamond purchase is often tied to a life event—engagements, anniversaries, milestones.
Tip: Whether you value rarity, size, or symbolism, our team will guide you toward a diamond that reflects your intent.