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Are you wondering which diamond cut will go best with your wedding ring? Do you know your pillow from your Asschers? In this article, we’ll explore some of the fundamental and most popular diamond shapes to pick from. Read on to find out more and which one best suits you and your partner’s personality!
As you read, it is important to realize that the term “diamond cut” doesn’t refer to the shape of the stone. While a diamond must be cut to create its shape, the shape is really the diamond’s geometry, or shape. The cut, however, is the proportions and facets of the stone – the elements that give fire and brilliance to stone. Let’s have a look at 5 classic pieces, all available at Sydney’s most elegant collection of wedding rings.
Round Cut – The Most Classic Cut
Commonly referred to as round diamond cut, this cut is the most common shape for wedding and engagement rings. The round cut was first made in 1919 by Marcel Tolkowsky and it has 58 sides. This facet causes light to bounce from the base of the rock upwards, giving it a sensational shine. It is a flexible shape that’s timeless and stylish and is certain to offer you the most sparkle for your budget!
Princess Cut Diamonds
In 1961, jewellery designer Arpad Nagy invented princess cut – a square diamond with many intricate facets. Since then, women have been amazed by the sparkling shape of their rings. The princess cut is somewhat fun and flirty and the second most popular diamond shape. Because the stone has a more lustrous, pointed angle, the wearer enjoys added brilliance and fewer visible flaws.
Emerald Cut Diamonds
If you like glitz and glamour, this is the diamond for you. Emeralds are rectangular in shape with long, slender sides that extend downwards. The flat top of the diamond shows off its clarity better than any other cut. What emerald cuts lack in brilliance they make up for in sheer elegance. This cut was made during the Art Deco period and its corner cut looks somewhat like a step, earning it the nickname, the “step cut”.
Asscher Cut Diamonds
An Asscher is almost identical to an emerald cut diamond, but is square in shape. The dramatic cut evokes a 1920s Art Deco feel and boasts a bold profile with stepped sides and cut corners. The Asscher brothers from Amsterdam created the cut in 1902 and enjoyed great popularity well into the 1930s; and today it’s a favourite amongst lovers of vintage style and antiques.
The Most Romantic Piece – Pillows
No doubt you want the best diamond for your wedding ring. If so, pillow cut is for you. This cut is also known as the pillow cut and looks rectangular in shape with rounded corners and much larger sides which increase its brilliance. This was probably the most popular shapes a century ago and the pillow cut dates back to a time of pure elegance and romance. They are perfect for diamond lovers who care about clarity.
