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Round Brilliant – Note that there is a distinct difference between the terms - round brilliant cut diamond and a round cut diamond. The round brilliant cut is the modern version of a round diamond that has been cut with at least fifty eight facets with proper angles to display good scintillation and dispersion of color. The round cut diamond could be a single cut for example with only seventeen facets. The round brilliant cut diamond shape remains to be the most popular of all shapes. |
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Princess – A square cut diamond that has refractive properties near to the round brilliant cut. The princess cut is the preferred square cut shape. |
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Oval – An oval has a lot of similarities as the round brilliant, but has an elongated appearance. |
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Emerald – The emerald cut is a very traditional cut that commands the old world of elegance to it. A higher clarity is recommended in them as you an look right through them without a lot of reflection of flashes of light. |
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Radiant – A very popular square or rectangular cut that has more facets on it than the emerald cut. At times it is referred to be like a princess cut with the four corners trimmed. |
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Marquise – A traditional cut that can display good brilliance and light dispersion. It can be deceiving to the eye by making it appear bigger in size with the pointed elongated look. |
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Pear – Simply put, this cus is one half of an oval and the other half marquise. A very attractive cut when cut in good length to width proportions. |
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Heart – This cut has many variations based on the size of shoulders and length between top and tip. Sometimes hard to find in the size, color and clarity of your choosing. |
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