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The Four C's Of Diamonds
- Diamond Care
- Cleaning Diamonds
- Diamond Shapes
- Diamond Fluorescence
- Diamond Ring Settings
- Diamond Engagement Rings
- Diamond Certificates
- Buying Loose Diamonds
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Diamond Shapes
Regardless of whether you want to buy a
diamond for a ring, necklace, bracelet, or earrings, you have a number
of different shapes to choose from. Since each person looks different,
you will find that there is no such thing as a diamond cut that will
suit every single person. That said, if you give some thought
to the basic diamond shapes, you can easily figure out which one you to
use for you own needs.
Rounded Cuts
There is no question that a classic round cut diamond is one of the
most beautiful sights to behold. Today, you can buy ones that
are carefully designed with over 50 facets, as well as a stunning table
in the centre. On the other hand, you may also want to
purchase an oval diamond, as well as one that comes to a point at each
end. In most cases, if you bring in a rough diamond, the
jeweller will let you know which shape will enable you to keep the
largest amount of material.
Squared Cuts
There are four basic designs for square cut diamonds, the Princess,
Asscher, and Emerald, and Radiant cuts. Even though each one
maintains a basic square shape, the facets are set up differently
through the height of the stone. For example, an Emerald may
have fewer facets than a Princess diamond. If you are looking
for the largest number of windows, then you might be best served by a
diamond with a Radiance design.
Fancy Shapes
As faceting technologies improve, diamond cutters can create all kinds
of interesting shapes. For example, today you can buy hearts,
cushions, and teardrops. While these can all be used on small
stones, you may feel that it is best to go with a more traditional
shape. For example, if you have a half carat diamond, it may
be best to form it into a squared cut rather than a
teardrop. Aside from saving more material, the diamond cutter
may be able to ensure that more fire comes from the diamond.
As you learn more about diamond shapes, you will find yourself
wondering how so many different designs can be created from such small
stones. Nevertheless, if you have a small diamond that needs
faceting, you are sure to enjoy seeing the final
results. While it takes many years to learn how to facet
diamonds, you may even decide that you want to try faceting softer
stones for experimental purposes.
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