DIAMOND CUTS


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ROUND BRILLIANT CUT 

ROUND BRILLIANT CUT 

 

 

The round brilliant cut is perhaps the most iconic and beloved diamond shape. Characterized by a symmetrical circular shape with 58 facets, this cut maximizes light reflection. It's the quintessential diamond.The shape of the culet (the bottom) resembles that of a cone, which provides maximized light return through the top of the diamond.


EMERALD CUT 

 

 

Emerald cut diamonds evoke a sense of orderly refinement. The emerald cut diamond is characterized by its rectangular shape with trimmed corners, featuring step-cut facets that create a distinct hall-of-mirrors effect within the stone..


OVAL CUT 

 

 

The oval cut diamond features a symmetrical shape with gently rounded edges, resembling an ellipse. Its elongated silhouette and balanced proportions accentuate the diamond’s length, making it appear larger than its carat weight suggests. Another distinctive feature of the oval cut diamond is the balanced proportions and smooth curves.


CUSHION CUT 

 

 

Cushion cut diamonds have a soft, romantic shape reminiscent of a cushion or pillow. Though it's reminiscent of bedroom pillows in shape, the shine of a cushion cut is quite lively.


PEAR CUT 

 

 

The pear cut diamond, also known as the teardrop cut, combines the radiance of a round brilliant cut with the distinctive shape of something like the marquise cut. Characterized by a rounded end and a pointed tip, this cut resembles a shining teardrop, romantic and tender.