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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