What is the Table of A Diamond?

When shopping for a diamond, consider the cut. Contrary to popular belief, the term “cut” does not refer to the shape of a diamond, but rather to its proportions, polish, and symmetry. It’s important that you learn about the cut of a diamond because it affects the diamond’s appearance more than any of the other four ‘C’s (carat, clarity, or color). The table is one of five main factors that affect a diamond’s cut grade. What is the Table of a Diamond? The diamond’s table is the flat surface on the very top of the stone that resembles an actual table top. As the largest facet of a diamond, the table reflects and refracts light, making the diamond more brilliant.  However, a larger table does not always mean a more brilliant stone. To determine the brilliance of a diamond, look at the table percentage, not just the size of the table. What is the Table Percentage of a Diamond? The table percentage is a ratio of the width of the table to the width of the entire diamond. For example, if the diamond’s width is 5 mm and the table width is 4 mm, the table percentage is 80%. The […]

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