There is a wide variety of diamond shapes available in today's market. You may find the information below useful as you decide which diamond shape best suits your requirements.
| ROUND | |
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This is the most traditional and popular of all the diamond shapes. For over 100 years, diamond cutters have been using advanced theories of light behaviour and precise mathematical calculations to optimise the brilliance in round diamonds. Their 58 facets project magical sparkle and fire. |
| PRINCESS | |
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Square in shape with pointed corners, princess cut diamonds are the second most popular of the diamond shapes and increasing in popularity all the time. Princess cut diamonds have 76 facets and provide excellent sparkle as a result. A length to width ratio as close to 1.00:1.00 (i.e. perfectly square) is preferable. |
| EMERALD | |
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Classic and elegant, emerald cut diamonds are simply beautiful, with 48-50 facets in a step-cut arrangement, providing flashes of brilliance to the eye. Due to its larger, more open and transparent table, this shape highlights the clarity of the diamond and this is, therefore, an important factor during the selection process. |
| MARQUISE | |
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With an elongated shape and pointed ends, marquise cut diamonds have a total of 56 facets. This shape of diamond can maximise carat weight, giving you a much larger looking diamond. A length to width ratio between 1.90:1.00 and 2.10:1.00 is preferable. |
| PEAR | |
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Often called the "teardrop" shape due to its single point at one end and rounded shape at the other, pear cut diamonds have a total of 58 facets which provide stunning sparkle. If you choose an elongated pear shaped diamond, the length of the diamond creates a subtle slimming effect on the finger. |
| OVAL | |
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Oval cut diamonds have a beautiful brilliance which is similar to round cut diamonds. Oval cut diamonds are popular as their length can accentuate long, slender fingers. Typically, they have a total of 56 facets. |
| HEART | |
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The ultimate symbol of love, heart cut diamonds are a relatively new addition to the market. Heart cut diamonds are cut with a total of 59 facets and are quite rare in supply, making them a distinctive, unusual and unique choice for jewellery. |