Diamond experts have always emphasized the importance of the cut of the diamond. The diamond cut accentuates the overall appearance of the diamond itself. On one hand, even a small diamond can be cut in such a way that it is projected to look bigger and more brilliant, whereas on the other, even an exquisite diamond will lose all its sparkle and brilliance if it is poorly cut.

So let’s talk about the most popular diamond cut. Traditional diamond cuts include the Brilliant Cut and the Step Cut. The brilliant cut is recognized by its sharp triangular facets. These facets allow the diamond to reflect light in such a way that it looks brilliant and sparkly. The step cut gives the diamond a more sober, subtle, elegant look. The step cut is mainly used for preservation of the carat weight and does not exude such a brilliant sparkle.

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The beauty of a diamond is affected by 4 Cs, namely, Cut, Colour, Clarity and Carat.

The types of diamond cut form one of the most critical aspects, as it affects the diamonds brilliance and sparkle. The diamond’s cut affects the way the gemstone captures light and reflects it. A shallow cut may result in some of the light being lost at the bottom whereas a deep cut may cause the light to be reflected off the side of its base; both of these will result in the loss of “sparkle”.

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If you were to look at a loose diamond when it had just been dug up from the mine you would find that it is semi transparent, coarse and dull. The diamond will only gain its sparkle when it is polished, and its value will then increase by approximately 50%. The quality of a diamond is decided according to its transparency, color, cut and weight. The final diamond cut is categorized on a scale from poor to fair to excellent. The majority of diamonds range somewhere in the middle of this scale.
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One of the most expensive gemstones of all times around the world is popularly known as a diamond, and comes from the Greek word “adamas” meaning unconquerable. Few people get the chance to experience diamond education firsthand since it is rare and truly expensive, so here is a free quick first lesson.

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For a suitor on the hunt for his bride-to-be’s diamond ring, knowing what to look for in these priceless gems can become as seemingly daunting as their price-tags. By contrast, understanding the essentials about a diamond can save needlessly wasted time, money, and affections. And what better way to say “I love you” than to fetch a flawless creation manufactured by earthly processes over millions of years?
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