Diamond Shapes

Diamonds can be cut into many shapes and sizes, and hence the buyer has many shapes to choose from. The fancy shapes and brilliance depends on the way the shape of a diamond and of course the cut. Note, the term diamond cut does not refer to its shape. While you must cut a diamond to make a shape, the shape is essentially the overall geometry or form of the diamond (asscher, oval, round, etc.), while the cut is the diamonds's facets and proportions - the things the give diamonds their brilliance and fire.

The most requested diamond shapes are: Round, Princess, Emerald, Radiant, Cushion and Asscher.

Asscher Cut High crown and small table gives Asscher cut more light and fire than emerald cut.	Emerald Cut Popularized by art deco jewelry designers and comes in squares or rectangles.	Heart Cut Certainly the most darling cut
Marquise Cut Elongated form accentuates the fingers and makes them appear long and slender.	Oval Cut A versatile cut and popular for engagement rings.	Pear Cut Combines elements of the oval and marguise shape and makes a beautiful ring.
Princess Cut A square cut with expectional radiance and becoming more popular.	Round Cut Highest advances in diamond cutting, maximizing fire and brilliance.	Triangle/Trillion Cut An adaptation of the radiant cut with wonderful brilliance.