{"id":69,"date":"2010-09-30T01:56:32","date_gmt":"2010-09-30T05:56:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/advisor.yenmedia.ca\/2010\/09\/30\/shape\/"},"modified":"2023-01-27T00:50:32","modified_gmt":"2023-01-27T04:50:32","slug":"diamond-cuts-shape","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/diamondadvisor.ca\/diamond-education-advanced\/diamond-cuts-shape\/","title":{"rendered":"Diamond Cuts \/ Diamond Shapes"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The diamond cuts used to create each diamond shape creates unique properties associated to each shape. Knowing the ins and outs of your diamond shape of interest helps you to get the best stone possible. Be sure to check out our diamond buying guide<\/a> (round brilliants) or our Question \/ Answer<\/a> section for tips on the different diamond shapes.<\/p>\n <\/a> The round brilliant cut diamond is the most popular and most commonly researched diamond shape available today. Various mathematical predictive models and performance tools exist which help optimize the fire, brilliance and scintillation return. The real advantage of a round diamond is that it provides you more flexibility in terms of the selecting a diamonds cut, color, and clarity \u2013 the resulting combination determining the performance of the diamond.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Round Brilliant Diamond Buying Guide<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/a> Princess<\/strong> (square modified brilliant)<\/span><\/p>\n For those looking for something other than a traditional round diamond, the princess cut provides a unique and elegant shape for engagement rings while still providing the high degree of brilliance found in a round brilliant. A relatively new cut (created in the 1960s), the face of the princess cut is square or rectangular with pointed corners \u2013 the profile being similar to that of an inverted pyramid. When selecting a princess cut diamond, the ratio between the length and the width of the cut will determine the appeal the one\u2019s eyes. If you prefer a diamond shape that is closer to a perfect square, look for a length-to-width ratio of between 1.0 and 1.05. If you prefer a diamond shape that is more rectangular, consider a length-to-width ratio of greater then 1.10<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/a> Cushion cut diamonds are commonly known as \u201cpillow cut\u201d diamonds and are distinguished by their rounded corners and increased brilliance stemming from the larger facets adorning it. The cushion cut is an antique cut that is regaining popularity (most notabily in Birk\u2019s Amorique collection). Though not as fiery or scintillating as some modern cuts, the cushion cut has a romantic allure making it a unique choice.<\/p>\n Tips: <\/span>Because of the larger facets, cushion cut diamonds showcase a diamonds clarity, opt for the highest clarity and color grade within your budget.\u00a0 If you prefer a diamond shape that is closer to a perfect square, look for a length-to-width ratio of between 1.0 and 1.05. If you prefer a diamond shape that is more rectangular, consider a length-to-width ratio of greater then 1.15.<\/p>\n Sample Set:\u00a00.5 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond<\/a><\/p>\n Other Shapes:<\/strong> Asscher<\/span> Emerald<\/span> Marquise<\/span>
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