Which term means refinishing a polished diamond to correct minor faults in its clarity or finish?

Which term means refinishing a polished diamond to correct minor faults in its clarity or finish?

• A. Repolishing
• B. Recutting
• C. Recovery
• D. Proportions

Answer: (A)

Repolishing is the process of re-polishing a polished diamond to remove tiny surface blemishes and scratches and restore a bright, uniform finish. This can improve how the diamond looks by eliminating surface flaws, and if blemishes are removed, it may slightly boost the clarity grade. It does not address internal inclusions, and it trims only a small amount of carat weight. Recutting, by contrast, would change the diamond’s shape and proportions by removing more material; recovery isn’t used for polishing, and proportions refer to facet angles and overall geometry rather than the finishing layer.

Repolishing is the process of re-polishing a polished diamond to remove tiny surface blemishes and scratches and restore a bright, uniform finish. This can improve how the diamond looks by eliminating surface flaws, and if blemishes are removed, it may slightly boost the clarity grade. It does not address internal inclusions, and it trims only a small amount of carat weight. Recutting, by contrast, would change the diamond’s shape and proportions by removing more material; recovery isn’t used for polishing, and proportions refer to facet angles and overall geometry rather than the finishing layer.