How many tetras should be in a school?

Can neon tetras nip at other fish?

Neon tetras, like cardinal tetras, tend to be calm and docile and will not usually nip at other fish. The glow tetras, on the other hand, can be fin nippers and should not be kept in a tank with neon tetras as they are not of the same species and can become aggressive.

Can you put angelfish in tetras?

If you put an adult angelfish in with tetras you run the risk of the tetras being bullied or even eaten by the angelfish. These snails are easily found online or in your local pet shop.

What does a diamond tetra look like?

Diamond Tetra (Moenkhausia Pittieri) The Diamond Tetra is famed for its striking appearance. Its body is characterized by silver-gray scales with orange, gold, and green hues. The scales appear to shimmer when it is in motion, hence the name Diamond Tetra. The colors are, however, only pronounced in adults.

Why does this diamond have a fish eye pattern?

This diamond has a fish eye and a really dark ugly contrast patterning. When diamonds are cut too shallow, the internal reflections of the girdle would be seen inside the table facet.

Why does my diamond ring look fishy?

This diamond has a fish eye and a really dark ugly contrast patterning. When diamonds are cut too shallow, the internal reflections of the girdle would be seen inside the table facet. This creates an image of a grey ring that is distracting and unpleasant to look at.

How to make a diamond look bigger on a finger?

One lesser known secret to bring out the size of a diamond and make it look bigger on a finger is through the use of thin bands or tapered shanks. Personally, I recommend a band with a thickness of 1.8mm to around 2.2mm and that would nail the job perfectly.

Why do diamonds look bad when they have girdles?

Some girdles are so thick that they make the diamond too deep. As a result, light entering the diamond from the top doesn’t reflect back to your eye but instead escapes through the girdle or pavilion. If the light doesn’t come back to your eye, the diamond simply doesn’t look as good.

Why do some diamonds look bigger than others?

Similarly, one diamond might look bigger than another of the same shape and weight, but may be less appealing overall. That’s because there might be many factors at play, especially those related to the quality of the diamond’s cut and how its weight is distributed.

Do fish tail diamonds look bigger in a setting?

When small accent diamonds ( fish tail settings) are set close to each other on a row, the contrast in size gives a perception of a larger looking center diamond. 1) Question: Do diamonds always look bigger in a setting?

Why does a diamond look dull under a table?

That’s because a lot of the light that enters the crown of a shallow diamond might exit through the pavilion, making the diamond look dull and unattractive. A shallow pavilion depth – less than 38 percent – can create a “fish eye” effect, seen as an unattractive gray ring under the table.

How to make a diamond look bigger?

Engagement Ring Settings to Make Your Diamond Look Bigger. Engagement ring settings should be both beautiful and practical. A setting defines your ring style, adds drama to the diamond and protects it from loss or damage. The right setting and band can also make your diamond look bigger and even more sparkling.

How do you tell if a diamond is girdle or culet?

(Pavilion depth is measured as the distance from the bottom of the girdle plane to the culet.) As above, the diamond may be physically wider and longer, but the stone will have a dull, flat look. What’s a crown, pavilion, girdle and culet? Learn more about diamond anatomy.

Does a diamond’s shape guarantee a large-looking gem?

A diamond’s shape – and even its carat weight – won’t guarantee a large-looking gem. Excessive bulge, shown here by the shaded areas on either side of the pavilion, adds to a diamond’s weight without contributing to the stone’s perceived size. Illustration: Peter Johnston/GIA

What makes a good diamond look like?

A diamond with good pattern has even and strong contrast between light and dark. A stone with good fire shows flashes across most of the crown facets. The fire should display a variety of colors, but red counts as the most valued. Ultimately, diamond cuts should create a wonderful optical display, like this stone.

What makes a diamond ring look bigger than it is?

The other ring design that makes diamond rings look bigger than they are is having the ring set on a shiny (mirror-bright metal) such as white gold or platinum.

Why do diamonds have shallow cut?

The reason for shallow cut diamonds is to make them look bigger as from above spready diamonds look wider, and it seems that they are of larger carat weight. Sadly, some shoppers blindly focus on “bigger and cheaper” diamonds without thinking of the overall beauty of the stone and the money they waste on such stones.

Is the diamond on the left or right smaller?

The diamond on the left has a thin to medium girdle thickness, while the one on the right has a slightly thick girdle. If the carat weight and cutting angles are equal, the diamond on the right would have slightly smaller dimensions. Images © James Allen.

How to tell if a diamond is a good cut?

Cut the crown angle shallow and the diamond will have excellent brilliance but no fire. Cut the crown angle steep and the diamond will have excellent fire but no brilliance. Steep crown angles also hide a lot of weight without making the diamond appear any bigger.

Does a diamond’S shape matter?

A diamond’s shape – and even its carat weight – won’t guarantee a large-looking gem. Excessive bulge, shown here by the shaded areas on either side of the pavilion, adds to a diamond’s weight without contributing to the stone’s perceived size. Illustration: Peter Johnston/GIA

Why is the girdle of a diamond important?

The thin belt around the widest part of the diamond, the girdle doesn’t cover much surface area. Nevertheless, it’s extremely important to the overall proportion of the diamond. If cut too thin, the girdle becomes a knife-edge and will chip easily. If cut too thick, the diamond gains weight without looking bigger.

Does Diamond carat weight affect the look of a diamond?

The same is true for diamond carat weight. Just because one diamond weighs more than another of the same shape doesn’t mean it will look bigger. Similarly, one diamond might look bigger than another of the same shape and weight, but may be less appealing overall.