Diamond Rings and Their Cuts

Diamond rings are certainly the most popular rings inThe cushion cut diamond is rectangular with the
the world. They are widely used for engagement,corners rounded. It has more facets than the
but are also very commonly used for anniversaryemerald cut and can more effectively hide flaws. It
gifts, graduation rings and congratulatory rings, ashas more sparkle and brilliance, but doesn't show the
with the birth of a child. If you are in the market forclarity that an emerald or asscher cut can. Similar to
diamond rings, then you probably have a lot ofthe cushion, asscher and emerald cut is the radiant
questions about cut, carat, clarity and quality. Herecut. This is a marvelously faceted rectangular cut.
we will focus on the cut of diamond that you mayThe corners are cut off and the facets are triangular
prefer. Diamonds come in all shapes and sizes, so thelike the popular round brilliant.
one you choose will have some personal significance.An oval cut is very beautiful with its smooth lines and
Although no two diamonds are identical, there aresparkling facets. This is a good alternative for people
nine basic cuts that you can choose from.who love round brilliants but prefer something a little
The princess cut is the most popular today. This is amore unique. Another unique shape that really
square cut diamond with added facets for fire andsparkles is the heart shaped diamond. The pear cut
brilliance. Square diamonds are beautiful, but have lostand marquise cut are also popular alternatives to the
out in the popularity contest with round brilliants intraditional round brilliant. All are beautiful and have lots
the past. That is why the princess cut has becomeof facets to sparkle. Pear cut diamonds are round on
so popular lately. The old style of square cut justone end and come to a point on the other, like a
didn't sparkle like the round cuts did. The princess cutteardrop. Marquise cut diamonds are oval with a point
brings you the sparkle of the round cut in a beautiful,on two ends, giving them a unique yet feminine
sophisticated square shape.shape.
The asscher cut diamond is a square diamond withWhatever styles of diamond rings you are
the corners cut off. This helps eliminate chipping risks.considering, you're sure to make an impression with
The asscher doesn't have all of the facets of theany shape of diamond that you choose. Make
princess cut, but does have a unique sparkle. Highershopping for diamond rings fun by educating yourself
quality diamonds are generally used for the asscheron what types of diamonds are out there before
cut because its design can show flaws more vividlyyou shop. Buying diamond rings is an experience that
than more brilliant cuts. The emerald cut is basicallyyou should feel good about. Once you've decided on
the same, but more of a rectangle shape. Thethe right one for that special someone in your life,
emerald cut can also show flaws if the quality of theyou're sure to win her heart.
diamond is not high enough.