Author: Mike Botha

Explore innovative diamond designs and cutting-edge techniques, from brilliant cuts to advanced diamond facets, shaping the future of dazzling jewelry creations.
Learn about stress in diamonds and its impact on polishing. Discover how to detect stress and why it matters in diamond cutting. Essential knowledge for diamond professionals.
Unlock profit potential in diamond business: Recut sub-standard diamonds for increased value. Expert insights and tips for success.
Discover why titanium may be a superior alternative to traditional white gold for protecting diamonds from breakage and wear.
Learn why diamond girdles are vulnerable to damage and how to prevent costly damages to your diamond jewelry. Expert insights revealed.
Understanding the geometry of diamond facets and their impact on light reflection, with insights on avoiding bow ties in fancy cuts.
Learn about the pitfalls of diamond polishing, weight loss factors, and strategies for restoring diamonds to maximize value in the jewelry market.
Uncover the intricate challenges diamond polishers face due to crystal structure variations. Learn how to spot twinning signs for better diamond assessment.
Discover the key factors influencing diamond cut grades: proportions, symmetry, and polish. Learn how these criteria impact a diamond's visual appeal.
Learn about the importance of facet definition in diamonds and how alterations like painting and digging affect light return and symmetry.

Mike Botha

CEO of Embee Diamond Technologies Inc.

Mike Botha is a master diamond cutter and diamond educator with 50+ years’ experience in the diamond industry. He has done numerous diamond cut designs, the most notorious of which is the Sirius Star range which he licensed to Dharmanandan in Surat India.

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