FLUORESCENT DIAMONDS - with Melissa Dusenberry Creative Director of @allbrilliants

FACTS ON DIAMOND FLUORESCENCE

* Up to 35% of diamonds display some level of fluorescence.

* In more than 95% of cases, the emitted light is blue, though there are instances of other colors, such as white or yellow.

* The GIA bases its fluorescence grades on the strength of the light the stone emits when exposed to long-wave ultraviolet rays: “none,” “faint,” “medium,” “strong” or “very strong.” If the fluorescence is medium or stronger, the grading certificate will also note the color of the fluorescence.

* Studies show that fluorescence has no impact on a diamond’s structural integrity, and in the majority of cases, no noticeable effect on its appearance.