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The brilliance and beauty of diamonds engulfs everyone and this is why diamond jewelry
is popular all across the globe. You can wear jewelry that has a number of diamonds
or the ones that have single solitaires, depending upon your choice. There are a
number of cuts and shapes of diamonds but you need to know the difference between
them in order to choose the best. Here, is some information about the different
diamond shapes to help ease your buying decisions.
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Round
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Marquise
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Emerald
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Radiant
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Pear
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Princess
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Oval
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Trilliant
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Heart
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Asscher
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Cushion
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This is by far the most popular shape of diamond and has been around for hundreds
of years. The diamond cutters have been working with this shape and making sure
that maximum brilliance and shine can be obtained. When it comes to balancing the
grades for clarity, color, and cut, this shape offers a lot of flexibility but it
will retain its brilliance and shine that you are looking for. There are two high
cut grades and you can choose one of them when making a purchase. You can choose
from ideal or excellent or very good cut grades.
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If you want a diamond that looks larger and has maximum carat weight, this is the
ideal shape for you. This stone is used with other shapes such as pear. If you wear
marquise diamond in a ring, your hands will look slender and long. If you wish to
know the outline of the diamond, you should look for the length to width ratio.
This will also give you an idea about the shape and the look of the diamond.
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The striking point for these diamonds is their pavilion. The pavilion has rectangular
facets so that it gets a different appearance optically. The original clarity of
a diamond can be seen in this shape as it has a large table. When you are making
a purchase, make sure that you see the clarity plot and check for the certificate.
The rectangular shape of these diamonds can vary greatly. If the diamond you are
looking for should be like a square, you can go for an asscher cut diamond. Know
the length-width ratio so that you know how your diamond will look like if you see
it from the top.
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Radiant diamonds are unique and what make them so are the corners that are trimmed
with utmost care and perfection. The cut is also one of the reasons why this diamond
is used with a number of other diamond cuts and used in making some exquisite jewelry
pieces. Even when this diamond shape is set with round or baguette diamonds, it
will make a striking appearance and give a new look to the jewelry item. The rectangularity
in these diamonds can vary largely. Again if you wish to buy these diamonds, make
sue that you take a look at the length width ratio.
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If you have seen the shape of a teardrop, you would be able to get an idea about
this particular shape of diamonds. These diamonds are cut brilliantly so that maximums
shine can be obtained. This is also called a teardrop diamond because it has a single
point and an end that is rounded. The overall look of this diamond is unique and
thus it is used in a variety of jewelry items in order to make them look more beautiful
and make some unique designs. If you wear an elongated pear shaped diamond in your
ring, your hands and fingers will look slimmer due to the shape of the diamond.
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One of the most popular diamonds that are not round in shape is the princess cut
diamonds. They stand out of the crowd and look different due to the cut and the
brilliance they have. Due to the sheen, they are used in a variety of jewelry pieces
and especially the engagement rings. This cut looks like a square cut but has pointed
corners so that you can make out the difference. If you are buying a color grade
diamond, the appearance of the diamond will be exceptional and the color that you
choose will be visible in the corners of the diamond. These diamonds can be rectangular
or square and by getting an idea of the length and width ratio, you will be able
to get an idea of the exact shape of the diamond.
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Just like the round diamonds, the oval diamonds too have a brilliance that the onlooker
would fall for. Oval diamonds are quite popular and are used in rings and other
jewelry items. They are used in rings to give a slender appearance to the hands
and the fingers. If you are looking for a traditionally cut oval diamond, the length
to width ratio will be between 1.33 and 1.66. You can ask the jeweler to tell you
the exact length width of the diamond so that you can imagine its shape when viewed
from the top.
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If you are looking for some fancy cuts, you should consider this shape. These cuts
are unique and used inn a variety of jewelry items. As the name suggests, these
diamonds are cut into the shape of a triangle. The cut makes the diamond shine in
a more brilliant manner. The unique triangle form is the fort thing you should see
in the trilliant cut diamond, if you are out to make a purchase. This shape generally
has 50 facets and the sides of the triangle are cut in equal dimensions. The classy
jewelry items have these diamonds due to the unique shape and cut. Most of the people
consider buying these cuts in the vanity jewelry rather than in the everyday wear
jewelry items.
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As you know, heart symbolizes love; this is one of the most distinctive shapes out
of all the diamonds. The shape and the cut are unique and this is what makes it
a favorite with the jewelers. The corners of this diamond may show the color if
you are buying a color grade diamond. The shape originated from the pear shape when
a cleft was made in the shape. The length and width of the diamond can vary and
thus the size of the heart and the broadness too will vary. Choose the size according
to the jewelry item in which you wish to get it placed.
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This is yet another beautiful and unique shape of diamonds that almost look like
emerald cut but its shape is slightly square. The pavilion if this diamond is cut
in a rectangular style and this is what makes it different. Like other diamonds,
the color that you choose will be visible in the corners of the diamond. Many starts
and celebrities have been seen wearing jewelry items in these cuts and this has
just added to the popularity of this cut. You should look at the certification and
the depth ration while making a purchase for a diamond. Most of the diamonds cut
in this shape will appear to be square. If you need a unique ring for your mate,
an asscher cut diamond ring is the perfect choice.
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This shape has been around for hundreds of years and due to the shape of these diamonds,
they are known as pillow cut diamonds. The corners of these diamonds are rounded
and the facets are cut larger to increase the shine of the diamonds. The large facets
give rise to clarity in the appearance of the diamonds. You can buy these diamonds
in square and rectangular shapes. These diamonds are rising in popularity by the
day. if you take a closer look at these diamonds, they look like a combination of
oval and old mine cuts.
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When purchasing diamonds, you need to know many things so that you can make a wise
decision. Some of the jewelers may try to fleece you and some may not even know
about the shapes and cuts of the diamonds. There are three main characteristics
of diamonds and when people go for making a purchase, they mainly look for the carat
weight and not for the other three characteristics. Here is some information you
can put to use while buying diamonds.
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Factors that determine the quality of diamonds are many but 4Cs are the most important
ones. You should prioritize the characteristics according to your own needs and
choices. The purpose for which you are buying the diamond will help you decide.
If you are looking for a bigger diamond, a diamond that has more carat weight will
be the perfect choice for you. If you want the diamond to be brilliant, focus more
on the cut of the diamond. Also, compare the prices so that you can save money and
buy the best piece.
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