4Cs of Diamonds
Shapes
Glossary
Israeli Diamonds
Diamond Shapes
 
 
 
 
Round Brilliant

The most popular cut of diamond in the world today. Nearly 75% of diamonds sold today are round brilliance. A classic; will never go out of style.

Asscher

A modification of the emerald cut, the asscher looks art-deco, but has achieved recent popularity. This style can be worn alone or surrounded by a frame of diamonds on four sides.

Royal Asscher

The most popular diamond in the world.

Marquise

A modification of the round brilliance, this cut originated in France. Due to its elongated shape it can make the fingers appear more slender.

Oval

A modification of the round brilliance. A good cut for women with smaller hands.

Princess

fter round brilliance, princess cut diamonds are the most popular due to their square shape and luster. Because the princess cut utilizes the original shape of an uncut diamond, much less is wasted during the cutting process, often making these diamonds less expansive than their round counterparts.

Emerald

This cut, named after the emerald gem, which is most often cut in this style, is meant to emphasis the clarity of diamond as the table is quite large and open. Can be shaped as either a square or a rectangle.

Trilliant

An unusual cut resembling a triangle with rounded or pointed corners. The number of facets can vary depending on a cutters preference.

Standard Radiant

The most popular cut of diamond in the world today.

Cushion

One of the oldest cuts available, it is sometimes referred to as a pillow cut due to its bulging shape. It is wise to select a high quality diamond for this shape because it accentuates inclusions.

Pear

A modification of the round brilliance meant to emphasis sparkle. This teardrop shaped diamond is ideal for earrings or pendants.

Radiant

This cut maximizes radiance by combining the emerald cut and round brilliant. With 70 facets and rounded corners, radiant cut often has a very high depth percentage.

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