A diamond grading system provides a consistent way to communicate diamond quality A wholesaler is someone who sells to retailers Diamond prices on wholesale price lists depend on the market conditions that exist when the lists are published Large, high-quality diamonds are graded much more thoroughly than small, low-quality ones Diamond's supreme hardness and durability are a result of the conditions under which it formed Once diamond deposits are located, mining companies must spend additional time and money to evaluate and develop them An estimation of the value of an article is a(n) Appraisal The most consistent and dependable sources of diamond grades are reputable gemological laboratories Substantial price discounts are available to retailers and jewelry manufacturers who can buy in large quantities A diamond's clarity and color grades indicate its Quality Reputable gemological laboratories don't grade mounted diamonds because mountings hide details of clarity and cut Dealers often sort melee by size using Sieves The diamond industry has changed dramatically in recent years because