We have prepared a guide on the most popular fancy diamond shapes available today. We have presented an overview that will help you select the best 4Cs of diamonds as per your needs.
A diamond shape refers to the diamond's physical form and is often considered the most attractive attribute. The round diamond is the most distinctive shape of the diamond, but many times a fancy shape makes a huge difference. Therefore, any diamond that does not possess the general round shape is considered a Fancy Shape Diamond.
Anita Diamonds is Antwerp's trusted fancy shape diamond dealer. We have prepared a guide on the most popular fancy diamond shapes available today. Furthermore, we have presented an overview that will help you select the best 4Cs of diamonds as per your needs.
Anita Diamonds is Antwerp's trusted fancy shape diamond dealer. We have prepared a guide on the most popular fancy diamond shapes available today. Furthermore, we have presented an overview that will help you select the best 4Cs of diamonds as per your needs.
Here is the list of the 5 most popular diamond shapes.
- ROUND
- PRINCESS
- CUSHION
- PEAR
- EMERALD
Round Diamond
Round diamonds cost more on a per carat basis than other fancy-shaped diamonds for two reasons; the demand for round diamonds is very high, and the yield is relatively low. More of the rough stone is lost in the cutting of a round diamond. The cost of each carat retained is higher. For example, a typical round diamond (a 1.00 carat, F-color, VS2-clarity, Ex cut) may cost 25-35% more than a similar fancy shape.
The round diamond is the most popular shape, thanks to its high demand but lesser production. Around 75% of diamonds sold in the world today are round diamonds. Due to its excellent shape, it is considered the best fancy-shaped diamond with proper reflections and maximized brightness.
The round diamond is the most popular shape, thanks to its high demand but lesser production. Around 75% of diamonds sold in the world today are round diamonds. Due to its excellent shape, it is considered the best fancy-shaped diamond with proper reflections and maximized brightness.
Princess Diamond
The princess cut diamonds are the most popular and beloved shape for diamond rings. The flexibility of a Princess cut helps it settle in every shape and form.
Any princess cut diamond dealer would tell you that a diamond costs less than a round cut diamond. The four-sided pyramid shape of the princess cut diamond is similar to one half octahedron rough stone from which the diamond is cut. As such, two princess cuts can be cut from one same stone. In the process, 60% of the weight of the original stone is retained. The greater efficiency, or yield, translates to a lower price.
Any princess cut diamond dealer would tell you that a diamond costs less than a round cut diamond. The four-sided pyramid shape of the princess cut diamond is similar to one half octahedron rough stone from which the diamond is cut. As such, two princess cuts can be cut from one same stone. In the process, 60% of the weight of the original stone is retained. The greater efficiency, or yield, translates to a lower price.
Cushion Diamond
Cushion cut diamonds are popularly termed old mine cut diamonds. They have a distinctive shape combining square in the middle and curved sides, giving a pillow look. Until the early 20th century, the cushion-cut diamond was the de facto diamond shape.
Cushion diamonds have less appeal compared to brilliant round diamonds. Their fire contributes to the appeal. Modern cushion cuts have one basic pavilion facet pattern. The third pattern has an extra row of facets on the pavilion and is classified by GIA as a "modified" cushion cut.
The modified look gives a crushed ice sensation to the cushion-cut diamond.
Cushion diamonds have less appeal compared to brilliant round diamonds. Their fire contributes to the appeal. Modern cushion cuts have one basic pavilion facet pattern. The third pattern has an extra row of facets on the pavilion and is classified by GIA as a "modified" cushion cut.
The modified look gives a crushed ice sensation to the cushion-cut diamond.
Pear Diamond
A pear shape diamond is a combination of round shape and marquise shape diamonds with a sliming point at the end. The cut is available in a variety of slim and wide cuts. It has the added benefit of makingaaqwpasb the wearer's finger appear longer and slimmer.
A narrow pear diamond is ideal for dangle earrings, while a wider shape is preferred for a solitaire ring.
A narrow pear diamond is ideal for dangle earrings, while a wider shape is preferred for a solitaire ring.
Emerald Diamond
The Emerald Cut diamond is a unique diamond shape. It enhances the wearer's features with its step-cut pavilion and large open table. In addition, the brilliant Emerald cut diamonds produce hall-of-mirror effects, with an interplay of light and dark planes.
The classic emerald cut diamond has a length-to-width ratio of around 1.50. The shape was originally cut with the help of emerald stone and thus was named Emerald-cut Diamond.
The classic emerald cut diamond has a length-to-width ratio of around 1.50. The shape was originally cut with the help of emerald stone and thus was named Emerald-cut Diamond.
We are considered the most trusted and reliable diamond dealers in Antwerp. We have large stores of rough and fancy shape diamonds cut and shaped as desired. We put a lot of effort into abiding by our diamond corporate policies for you to shop freely from anywhere around the world.
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