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Shape
Shape is the face-up outline of a Diamond
About Shape
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Diamond shape is one of the first factors considered while buying a Diamond. Shape is the face-up outline of a Diamond. While round diamonds make the popular choice, other shapes also have a distinctive look and are called ‘Fancy Diamonds’. Fancy Diamonds include Oval, Cushion, Princess, Pear, Emerald, Marquise, Asscher, Radiant and Heart shaped diamonds.
Diamond Shapes
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There are plenty fancy shaped diamonds, the most known are:
Round
The most popular choice for Jewellery, round diamonds are the most common brilliant-cut diamonds. They are designed to maximize light return and sparkle. Its 57 finely cut facets prove this shape to be extremely timeless and versatile.
Oval
The elongated Oval shape creates an
illusion of a larger size while exhibiting
similar brilliance and fire. It’s a dazzling
wist on the classic round shape, making it distinctive, romantic and remarkably
elegant
Princess
Princess cut Diamonds are square shaped with four pointed corners with over 70 facets which create exceptional fire and scintillation. The clean lines and angles of the Princess cut diamonds are a modern and elegant choice, being the most popular fancy shape. Princess cut diamonds are known for their contemporary style and sparkle while maintaining a chic square shape
Pear
The Pear shape diamonds speak for themselves in a solitaire setting, or sparkle harmoniously with a halo setting or other accent diamonds. It features a rounded edge tapering to a point at the opposite end, forming a tear-drop shape. The graceful curves of pear-shaped gemstones create rings that are both sophisticated and feminine
Marquise
The oblong and curving shape of a marquise cut diamond is distinctive. This little boat shaped diamond features a curved middle and dramatic pointed ends. The unique cut creates a large surface area than any other Diamond Shape which maximizes the perceived size while elongating and flattering the finger
Emerald
Cut meticulously to showcase the Diamonds spectacular clarity, the Emerald cut is the most sought after step-cut gemstone shape. The shallow pavilion and open table accenture the clarity of the stone, while the rectangle facets offer subtle reflective shimmer
Heart
Distinctive Heart Shape Diamonds are endlessly romantic. Heart shape diamond shimmer with two symmetrical halves, creating a unique expression of love. The feminine silhouettes of these diamonds make them a perfect choice
Cushion
Refined over centuries, inspired by the infamous Princess Cut Diamonds. Cushion Cut diamonds are a timeless and romantic choice. These Diamonds have larger facets to maximize brilliance and soft rounded corners and edges that create a timeless and romantic feel
Q.
HOW DOES DIAMOND SHAPE AFFECT DIAMOND SIZE?
The proportion by which a diamond is cut, it changes the way size might be perceived with different shapes. Round diamonds are brilliant at showing their size and weight whereas elongated shapes, like oval and marquise, tend to appear larger. Diamonds like Princess and Asscher cut Diamond appear larger in size compared to the round shapes.
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WHAT IS THE BOWTIE EFFECT WITH DIAMONDS?
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Bow-tie is a dark area across the centre of an elongated brilliant diamond caused by the proportions by which the diamond is cut.
The bow tie effect is very subjective and depends on each individual stone.
To access a bow-tie, one should look at the stone face up, without magnification under normal lighting conditions.
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WHAT IS THE RECOMMENDED LENGTH-TO-WIDTH (L:W) RATIO FOR EACH DIAMOND SHAPE?
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A numerical expression of the ratio between length and width of a fancy cut, where the value for width is one.
Along with the stones general shape appeal the L:W ratio is very subjective to personal preference.
Preferred L:W ratios are:
Oval 1.33-1.66 : 1
Emerald 1.50 - 1.75 : 1
Heart 1.00 : 1
Marquise 1.75 - 2.25 : 1
Pear 1.50-1.75 : 1
Q & A
WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN DIAMOND SHAPE AND DIAMOND CUT?
Shape is the face-up outline of a Diamond whereas Cut is the way light refracts and reflects throughout the diamond. Diamonds are CUT differently to create different SHAPES
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