What are the main cuts when selecting a diamond wedding or engagement ring?

Your diamond wedding or engagement ring will emit a certain brilliance or dullness. These effects are commonly achieved by the type of cut performed on the diamond.

Brilliant Cut Diamonds

The brilliant cut (also known as a hybrid cut) is defined by small triangular faces that extend from the middle of the diamond (the girdle), to the top of the diamond (the table). As the name suggests, the brilliant cut provides a stunning and sharp reflection of light, giving it great appeal with engagement and wedding rings.

Step Cut Diamonds

The step cut (also commonly referred to as the Emerald Cut) is generally defined by it's step like characteristics. The diamond is shaped with steps leading from the base to the top. This style of cut is generally more drab and subtle wit the way it reflects light.

Diamond Cut Shapes

Whilst there are predominantly 2 types of diamond cuts (as mentioned above), it is more likely that you will have a diamond cut into a particular shape. The available shapes that you will most commonly find are listed in the table below.

Note that diamonds in cut using the 'brilliant cut' are around 10% more expensive than diamonds cut using a 'step cut'.

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