Everything You Need to Know About Asscher Cut Diamonds The Asscher’s bold lines and patterns have mesmerized people for over 120 years. The cut looks like something out of Great Gatsby-era America, with strong art deco vibes. Its large, clean facets give you a window into the center of your stone. There’s no other cut quite like the Asscher. That being said, the Asscher isn’t for everyone. It looks smaller than other cuts; it requires exceptional clarity; it’s rare and expensive. Here’s our ultimate guide to the rare Asscher - and 3 reasons to avoid it and go for other diamond shapes. What is an Asscher cut diamond? The Asscher cut is quintessentially art deco: bold lines and geometric shapes. It has 58 facets, same as a modern round cut - but with very different geometry. Some call it the square cousin of the rectangular emerald cut because of its...

Everything You Need to Know About Radiant Cut Diamonds Does it come as a surprise to anyone that the disco ball of diamonds was invented in the late 70s? The radiant has all the facets, all the glamour, and all the sparkle. It’s a perfect marriage of the round-brilliant and emerald cut diamonds… And it’s a shape that’s stunning right out-of-the-box. Did I mention it’s sparkly? (I know I did, but it really is that shiny.) But - cue some dramatic music - the radiant cut does also have some drawbacks. So let's get into the yes's, no's, and say-it-ain't-so's of it all. What is a Radiant Cut Diamond? Radiant cut diamonds are super brilliant–we're talkin' sparkle city–and that's thanks to their 70 facets. There is only one diamond that can surpass the radiant’s brilliance, and that is the round brilliant. The radiant's hybrid shape combines the faceted style of...

Everything You Need to Know About Cushion Cut Diamonds Each cushion cut diamond looks different, yet all of them offer dazzling brilliance and beauty. No two cushion cut diamonds are exactly alike. This brilliant cut diamond boasts high finger coverage and has a slimming effect on the hand. It’s no wonder why cushion cuts are becoming more and more popular. Cushion cut diamonds vary widely in their look, so what unifies them? Let’s explore the ins and outs of cushion cut diamonds to see if they’re right for you! What is a cushion cut diamond? Cushion cut diamonds are named for their unique shape. Their rounded square shape gives them a “pillowy” look, like a cushion. Cushion cut diamonds have 58 facets, making them sparkle brilliantly. They come in two varieties–classic and modified–and can be square shaped, or more rectangular. Cushion diamonds vary widely. So widely, in fact, that without...

Everything You Need to Know About Princess Cut Diamonds Princess cut diamonds are second in popularity among diamond cuts, surpassed only by the round brilliant cut. This cut is relatively new and offers a feminine, modern look. Let’s take a look at what makes the princess cut so pecial. What is a princess cut diamond? Princess cut diamonds are square shaped, with four pointed corners. They are composed of between 50 and 58 chevron shaped facets that produce high brilliance. Chevron or V-shaped facets are polished into the diamond's pavilion and increase the gem’s brilliance. When it comes to reducing waste, princess cut diamonds are at the front of the line. The princess cut requires 80% of the rough stone to be used, wasting less of the rough stone than most other cuts. Princess Cut Diamonds History of the princess cut diamond The predecessor of the modern princess cut is...