FoundRae’s commitment to diamond quality is of a higher standard. Not only do we apply strict ranges on the classic '4Cs' (Cut, Quality, Clarity, and Carat) to ensure superior beauty and brilliance, but FoundRae also does not compromise quality for size – even the smallest pavé diamonds are cut and graded to the same high standards. By enforcing these 4C standards, FoundRae ensures that every diamond in our entire collection possesses exceptional purity, precision cut, and optimal size for its design. This means that the diamonds are not only objectively rare and high-grade, but also subjectively beautiful – full of sparkle, fire, and the kind of light-play that catches the eye.
FoundRae 4C Standards
Carat Weight: The FoundRae collection includes a range of carat weights to suit different preferences, from delicate accent stones to significant feature gems. Regardless of size, each diamond is chosen for outstanding scintillation and presence. Larger feature stones come with individual grading reports, and all stones are proportioned to balance carat weight with brilliance. Clients can be confident that every diamond, whether 0.10ct or 2.00ct, embodies FoundRae’s quality pledge.
Color: Only colorless to near-colorless diamonds (Grades D through J on the GIA scale) are accepted into United in Love. By limiting selections to the “D–J” range,FoundRae ensures each stone appears bright white with no distracting yellow tint. Any borderline color grades are assessed conservatively, with FoundRae defaulting to the higher (more colorless) grade to maintain strict consistency. Furthermore, diamonds with strong or excessive fluorescence (which can cause a milky appearance in daylight) are avoided, ensuring every stone exhibits pure, clear brilliance.
Clarity: FoundRae diamonds are eye-clean and highly pure. The collection features stones in the FL–SI range (Flawless, Internally Flawless, Very Slightly Included or Slightly Included grades), so no material inclusions are visible to the naked eye. In fact, any diamond with noticeable imperfections to the unaided eye is rejected. FoundRae’s grading is uncompromising. The result is diamonds that are exceptionally clean, allowing maximum light to pass unimpeded for superior sparkle.
Cut: FoundRae prioritizes excellent cuts for maximum sparkle. All round brilliant diamonds in the collection are cut to “Triple Excellent” standards (excellent cut grade, polish, and symmetry). This ideal cut standard optimizes how a diamond’s facets capture and return light, yielding extraordinary brilliance and fire. Fancy shapes (ovals, cushions, etc.) are likewise proportioned and faceted for optimal light performance. No shallow or deep stones are used – every diamond is cut not for weight, but for beauty and “life.”
Where are FoundRae diamonds sourced?
FoundRae ensures that every diamond is ethically and responsibly sourced. The brand upholds a zero-tolerance policy for conflict diamonds, only sourcing from known, trusted origins participating in the Kimberley Process. All diamonds are 100% natural (never lab-grown or treated) and obtained through suppliers who adhere to Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) certification and best practices.
This means:
- Conflict-Free Guarantee: FoundRae requires documentation (a “Statement of Warranty”) for each diamond, ensuring its clean origin.
- Responsible Partners: FoundRae works only with diamond cutters and dealers who meet or exceed RJC’s Code of Practices on labor, environmental, and ethical standards. This supply chain oversight reflects our great vigilance with respect to supply chain, especially regarding diamond purchasing.
By adhering to these high sourcing standards, FoundRae ensures that our diamonds not only shine brilliantly but also represent a commitment to social and environmental responsibility. Every gemstone’s journey from mine to finished jewelry is traced with care, so clients can wear their FoundRae pieces with pride and a clear conscience.