DIAMOND SHAPES

In order to best utilize a diamond gemstone’s material properties, a number of different diamond cuts have been developed.

 A diamond cut constitutes a more or less symmetrical arrangement of facets, which together modify the shape and appearance of a diamond crystal.

Diamond cutters must consider several factors, such as the shape and size of the crystal, when choosing a cut.

The practical history of diamond cuts can be traced back to the middle ages, while their theoretical basis was not developed until the turn of the 20th century.

New technology that continues to develop has enabled the development of cuts complexity, optical performance, and waste reduction.

Trilliant

Round

Radiant

Princess

Pear