Every diamond has 4C characteristics that determine its quality and price. These are the color of the diamond (Color), its clarity (Clarity), its size in carats (Carat) and the way it was cut (Cut). These 4C characteristics are the organism of the diamond. They shape its appearance and determine its price. Grinding is the only feature that depends on the human hand. Its quality performance is determined on a scale and varies between Excellent and Poor. The cut of a diamond refers to its quality and parameters, and the shape of a diamond to its appearance. Each diamond shape has its own charm and charisma and it is a matter of personal preference which one you choose when choosing an engagement ring, a piece of jewelry for a gift or for yourself. Here are some of the most popular diamond shapes:
Brilliant
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It is the round shape of the diamond that is considered classic and is the most common. About 65% of the faceted diamonds on the market are in the brilliant form. The popularity of the diamond is no accident. It allows making as many as 58 facets (cuts), which bring out the real diamond fire. According to the calculations of diamond experts, the brilliant shape is the most proportional and allows the greatest amount of light to enter and reflect into the diamond. It is preferred for making solitare engagement rings, classic ladies diamond earrings, diamond pendants, tennis bracelets, diamond necklaces and much more. Smaller carat diamonds complement colored gemstone necklaces, earrings and rings. The brilliance of sapphire, ruby and emerald is complemented by a halo of diamonds, and this is how master jewelers create masterpieces: an emerald, sapphire or ruby ring for real queens!
Princess
Princess cut is the square shape of the diamond. It is an inverted pyramid, and in its lower cone-shaped part it resembles the round brilliant shape, and when viewed from above it is a square. The sparkle of a princess comes very close to that of a diamond. It is most commonly placed on engagement rings by being clipped at its four ends. Very beautiful and popular lately is the design of princess cut diamond engagement rings surrounded by smaller carat-like diamonds that give a regal look and bearing to the jewelry and make it sparkle stunningly. The shape is also suitable for eye-catching diamond earrings.
Baguette
Shape with character and charming shine! At Shemay diamond, we have a whole collection dedicated to this particular diamond shape: diamond rings, baguette screw earrings with diamonds, gold baguette pendants and lovely rings with side-by-side baguettes with a unique look! A baguette is a rectangular shape with 24 parallel, step-cut facets that give the diamond its unique clarity.
Drop (pear)
The name of this polish speaks for itself, namely - drop shape. Rounded at one end and pointed at the other, these diamonds are a wonderful choice for a different engagement ring. The high-quality teardrop shape of the diamond is rare and an extremely fine choice for an engagement ring. It is believed that the tip of the ring diamond should point inwards towards the heart when placed. In this way, the diamond captures and channels positive energy and love.
Marquis
A true magnificence is this diamond shape! It was made at the request of King Louis XIV, who wanted a diamond in the shape of his beloved's lips. Tapered at both ends, this diamond is often likened to the shape of an eye. Diamond eye or diamond kiss - You decide how to interpret the marquise shape. Rare, interesting and beautiful, this diamond shape has another advantage: it makes it appear a larger carat and visually elongates the wearer's fingers. If you have settled on a marquise shape diamond for an engagement ring, then expect real admiration in the eyes of your fiancée!
Oval
The oval shape of the diamond most strongly resembles the round shape of a brilliant, given its roundness. Also like the marquise, the oval gives a larger appearance to the diamond and is preferred when making engagement rings.
Heart
Symbol of love! With its graceful line, the heart-shaped diamond can be set on an engagement ring or a pendant and captivates anyone who lays eyes on it. This is the most difficult shape to grind. The complexity of making this type of cut makes each piece of heart diamond jewelry a true treasure and investment. It is very rare and usually in larger carats of the diamond. Romantic, rare and infinitely beautiful!
Emerald
This grinding technique was originally intended for the Emerald gemstone. It is found in both square and rectangular shapes. It is step-faceted, which gives the diamond crystal clarity and brilliance. The Emerald shape creates a larger appearance of the diamond compared to other cuts, so it is preferred when making more massive and voluminous jewelry. Placed on gold rings, diamond bracelets and necklaces.
Cushion
This grind is found in both square and rectangular shapes. Its name comes from the fact that, regardless of the shape, the edges are always rounded and looks like a neat little diamond cushion. She is a combination between a diamond and a princess. Its brilliance is in no way inferior to both forms, and its appearance is non-standard and memorable.
Asscher
The name of this diamond shape comes from its creators: the Asscher brothers from the Netherlands. It resembles an emerald shape and is often confused with it. It has chamfered corners that give it stability and strength, and its luster is crystalline, achieved with stepped faceting.
Trilliant
A trilliant is the triangular shape of a diamond that cannot be mistaken for any other. Graceful, beautiful and fiery, the brilliant cut diamond is preferred when creating sparkling necklaces with more than one diamond, or in combination with any of the other cuts to create unique ladies' princess cut and brilliant or brilliant cut diamond rings. It is often combined with a larger carat diamond in the middle and two smaller diamonds at either end, creating engagement rings called "threes" with the symbolism of yesterday, today and tomorrow - forever together!
