Are hearts and arrows worth it?

A clear hearts-and-arrows pattern signals superb cut precision and light performance, so the diamond sparkles exceptionally. It often carries a premium but guarantees top-tier optical quality.

Is hearts and arrows a GIA grade?

No, it is not an official GIA grade. However, hearts-and-arrows diamonds almost always also earn GIA Excellent cut, polish and symmetry, so the two usually go together.

How do you see hearts and arrows?

They are viewed through a special hearts-and-arrows scope. Arrows appear from the top and hearts from the bottom; even, complete patterns indicate excellent symmetry.

What is a Hearts & Arrows Diamond?

Q: What are hearts and arrows?

Hearts and arrows is an optical pattern of eight symmetrical arrows (face-up) and eight hearts (face-down) seen in a round diamond cut with near-perfect proportions and symmetry.

Quick Answer

What are hearts and arrows in a diamond?

Hearts and arrows is a pattern of eight symmetrical arrows (face-up) and eight hearts (face-down) seen in a round diamond with near-perfect cut and symmetry. It signals exceptional optical precision and is a hallmark of super-ideal cut diamonds. Though not a GIA grade, a clear hearts-and-arrows pattern indicates outstanding light performance.

Reviewed by Winnie GIA-certified Gemologist Updated Jul 11, 2026

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