Diamonds
At Touch of Gold, we think of our diamonds as soon-to-be extended family members. We know that after leaving our store, they are a part of something bigger than just a wedding, anniversary, or special occasion; they are a symbol of the love and joy in your life. That’s why we take so much pride and care in ensuring you walk away with the perfect diamond.
We offer a range of styles and products. From classic and traditional diamond jewellery, to modern and avante-garde pieces, we have something to suit every personality and occasion. We carry engagement rings, wedding bands, anniversary bands, fashion rings, earrings, pendants, necklaces, bracelets and more. Best of all, if you’re looking for something extra personal, we can custom create a piece just for you.
We source our diamonds from all over the world, including Canada, offering top quality pieces for every budget. Our welcoming, educated, and experienced sales associates will be happy to assist you with any questions you may have. We know that buying diamond jewellery can sometimes feel like an intimidating process, but we’re here to make sure your experience is both enjoyable and everlasting. Come be a part of the Touch of Gold family.
Touch of Gold is proud to be the exclusive Nova Scotia retailer of Lazare diamonds, The World’s Most Beautiful Diamond. Founded in 1903, Lazare Kaplan International Inc. has become the premier diamond cutting company in the world. Lazare is the leader in industry innovation; the first to cut diamonds to ideal proportions and the first to laser inscribe diamonds. To truly appreciate the beauty of a Lazare diamond, it has to be seen. Please come in and see our beautiful collection.
Touch of Gold is also the exclusive retailer of Charriol and Simon G. designer collections in Halifax, NS.
How to Choose a Diamond
A diamond's value is determined by the characteristics known as the "4 C's". The quality elements (Clarity, Colour and Cut), combined with the Carat Weight, determine the value of a stone. While clarity is frequently assumed to be the most important factor of all the "C's", colour and cut (especially cut) have a more profound affect on the visual appearance of a diamond.
Carat Weight
Carat is the unit of weight for all gemstones. One carat is subdivided into 100 "points". Therefore a diamond measuring 75 points is 3/4 carat in weight, or 0.75ct. There are five carats in a gram. The heavier the diamond, the more it is worth.
Carat is the unit of weight for all gemstones. One carat is subdivided into 100 "points". Therefore a diamond measuring 75 points is 3/4 carat in weight, or 0.75ct. There are five carats in a gram. The heavier the diamond, the more it is worth.
Clarity
A diamond's clarity is determined by the number, nature, position, size and colour of internal characteristics called "inclusions" and surface features called "blemishes". These irregularities occurred in the liquid magna (volcanic rock) within which the diamond was created. Clarity is measured on a scale ranging from pure (flawless) to heavily included (I-3). The clarity of a diamond is graded by using 10X magnification under good lighting by an experienced grader. The final clarity grade is usually determined by how easy the inclusions and blemishes are for the grader to see. The purer the grade, the more it is worth.
A diamond's clarity is determined by the number, nature, position, size and colour of internal characteristics called "inclusions" and surface features called "blemishes". These irregularities occurred in the liquid magna (volcanic rock) within which the diamond was created. Clarity is measured on a scale ranging from pure (flawless) to heavily included (I-3). The clarity of a diamond is graded by using 10X magnification under good lighting by an experienced grader. The final clarity grade is usually determined by how easy the inclusions and blemishes are for the grader to see. The purer the grade, the more it is worth.
Colour
Ideally, a diamond should have no colour at all. Increasing degrees of body colour are measured on a scale ranging from no colour at all (D) to deeply coloured (Z). Beyond "Z" is the range where the diamond's colour is vivid and rich, called "fancy colours". Diamonds of known colour are used as comparison stones for colour grading. Grading is done by comparing the diamond to be graded against these "master stones" under either artificial or natural north daylight (in the Northern Hemisphere). Colourless diamonds are generally the most valuable, although this varies culturally throughout the world.
Ideally, a diamond should have no colour at all. Increasing degrees of body colour are measured on a scale ranging from no colour at all (D) to deeply coloured (Z). Beyond "Z" is the range where the diamond's colour is vivid and rich, called "fancy colours". Diamonds of known colour are used as comparison stones for colour grading. Grading is done by comparing the diamond to be graded against these "master stones" under either artificial or natural north daylight (in the Northern Hemisphere). Colourless diamonds are generally the most valuable, although this varies culturally throughout the world.
Cut
The cut of a diamond ensures that a given stone has maximum brilliance and sparkle, which would not be the case were the stone cut for weight alone. Simply put, when looking at a diamond, if it doesn't catch your eye or if it doesn't flash in the light, it's probably not well cut. The best cut diamonds are worth the most.
The cut of a diamond ensures that a given stone has maximum brilliance and sparkle, which would not be the case were the stone cut for weight alone. Simply put, when looking at a diamond, if it doesn't catch your eye or if it doesn't flash in the light, it's probably not well cut. The best cut diamonds are worth the most.
