Like the princess cut diamond, the emerald cut diamond varies in how rectangular in shape it is cut.

Due to its larger open table, the emerald diamond’s rectangular shape showcases the diamonds clarity. The pavilion in the emerald diamond is cut with rectangular facets, which creates an interesting optical appearance. The pavilion is the bottom portion of the diamond, and it extends from the girdle to the culet. The emerald diamond is unique in its nature because of its pavilion. The emerald cut diamond falls into the category of fancy cut diamonds. The ability to retain more crystal weight makes this shape popular among diamond cutters. In relation to the price, a princess cut diamond is usually slightly cheaper than a round cut diamond of the same carat weight because it retains about 80% of the rough diamond, as opposed to the round brilliant which retains only about 50% of the rough. Alternatively, if you prefer, or are attracted to more of a rectangular shape, you’re looking for length-to-width ratios greater than 1.10 MM. The princess cut diamond can also be referred to as the “square modified brilliant”.Ĭhoosing the right shape for princess cut diamonds can sometimes be a challenge, but here are some tips if you are attracted to a princess diamond shape that is more square than rectangle, then look for length-to-width ratios between 1 MM and 1.05 MM. For ideal cut proportions, please visit the “Cut” section of the Education tab. Princess diamonds can vary greatly on how square or rectangular they are cut. The face-up shape, or the top, of the princess cut is square or rectangular and the profile or side-on shape is similar to that of an inverted pyramid with four beveled sides. The princess cut diamond is the second most popular diamond. Generally it will need to be viewed loose under a gem scope to see the pattern very well. What does hearts and arrows mean? A diamond that has the top facet or 'table facet' exactly perpendicular to the bottom of the diamond or 'pavilion' and has its other facets precisely aligned with excellent symmetry, may show patterns that look like arrows from the top and hearts from the bottom. Requests for hearts and arrows in a round diamond have increased in recent years. The round diamond is truly the classiest and timeless shape in diamonds. The round diamond consists of 58 facets, and can sometimes give off a larger look than it actually is. In addition to being the most popular and researched shape, a round diamond will typically give you more flexibility in terms of balancing cut, color, and clarity grades while still getting the fire and brilliance you want. Round diamonds are the most popular diamonds, as well as the most coveted.

Therefore, each diamond cut has different characteristics, which are unique to its shape, that determine the quality for each shape. Loose diamonds can be purchased separately.Īll diamonds are different, even ones that are the same shape. GIA is one of the most prominent laboratories to certify loose diamonds. All diamonds, if not already GIA certified, can be certified by GIA upon request. OMI Jewelry has a large variety of loose diamonds, varying in shapes, size, and other characteristics, not listed on the website.

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