Total carat weight (TCW) refers to the combined weight of all the gemstones in a piece of jewelry.

The carat is a unit of weight used to measure gemstones.
This standardized measurement ensures accuracy and consistency in the gemstone industry worldwide.

Pure gold is 24 carats, but it's too soft for everyday wear, so it's typically alloyed with other metals such as copper, zinc, palledium to increase its durability and alter its color.  

Generally, 22K and 18K are considered premium caratages for jewellery.

24K Gold: Pure gold, too soft for everyday use.

22K Gold: 92% pure gold.

18K Gold: 75% pure gold, popular choice for premium jewellery.

14K Gold: 58% pure gold.

09K Gold: 38% pure gold.

The colour of gold jewellery is determined by the metals it's alloyed with, Here are the most common types:

Yellow Gold - Made by alloying pure gold with copper and silver

White Gold - Made by alloying gold with palladium and silver

Rose Gold - Made by alloying gold with copper

The term "AAA" can be used differently by each jeweller.
It's important to ask your jeweller exactly what they consider to be AAA quality.

AAA Quality at LAYAZ:

- A vibrant, rich color
- No visible inclusions to the naked eye
- An excellent cut that maximizes its brilliance
- Not undergone artificial treatment to camouflage cracks and inclusions.

A word of caution: If a gemstone appears to have absolutely no inclusions, there's a good chance it might be a lab-grown stone rather than a natural one.

Our Product certification guarantees the quality and authenticity of our gemstones.
We are accountable for your purchase.

Gemstones are generally classed as Lab grown and Natural (Authentic).

1. Origin and Formation:
- Lab-Grown: Created in laboratories, usually within weeks.
- Natural: Formed over millions of years through natural geological processes.

2. Sentimental Value:
- Lab-Grown: Lacks sentimental value as it is created in a lab by and can be replicated many times.
- Natural: High sentimental value due to its unique character, two natural gemstones will never be identical.

3. Rarity and Value:
- Lab-Grown: Less rare, which typically results in lower prices and depreciates over time.
- Natural: High rarity due to unique geological conditions, leading to higher prices and greater value overtime.

4. Authenticity and Uniqueness:
- Lab-Grown: While chemically identical, they lack the unique inclusions and imperfections found in natural gemstones.
- Natural: Each stone has a unique set of inclusions and imperfections that tell a story of its formation.

Band width is the thickness of a ring's circular area.

Thinner bands are delicate and dainty, while thicker bands are bolder.
Thinner bands are often more comfortable, while thicker bands can be more durable.

The ideal band width depends on personal taste, style, and finger size.

Poppular female band width:

- Classic: 1.3mm - 1.7mm
- Bold: 1.8mm - 2.5mm

Poppular male band width:

- Classic: 3mm - 5mm
- Bold: 6mm - 8mm