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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So you are finally at a stage in your life where you are ready to pop the question to your partner when you realize that you need to pick out an engagement ring. What should the size of the stone be? What should the cut be like? As they say, diamonds are a girl’s best friend, and can be a wonderful way to win over your partner’s heart. Therefore, before going out to purchase that ring, keep in mind that fashion is changing and a princess cut diamond engagement ring might be appreciated more than the more traditional round cut diamond. Read on to learn why and also how to buy a princess cut diamond.

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Diamonds are forever, or so the saying goes. That means, when it comes to choosing your diamond engagement ring, a little thought needs to go into the process. There’s a little more involved than choosing the size and slipping it on your finger.
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