About Cut

The cut of a diamond comprises a collection of observations which together determine various levels of its light performance including fire (dispersion), scintillation, brightness, etc. the cut of a Diamond is measured by examining and evaluating various forms of brilliance. As the light rays pass through a diamond, the nature of its reflection and refraction determines the levels of brilliance in a diamond. These light effects also depend on the shape, dimension, polish and symmetry of a diamond.

To understand the cut of the diamond, we need to consider a set of characteristics including width, depth, girdle, table, crown, pavilion, etc of a diamond. A diamond is categorized as shallow cut, ideal cut and deep cut on the basis of its exterior or outer profile. A shallow Cut Diamond or a deep cut diamond appears dark and dull because of its poor ability to reflect lights while an ideal cut preserves its brilliance to a large extent. The light behavior also depends on polish and symmetry of a diamond. Better polish of the outer sides in an ideal cut as well as the smoothness and the symmetric alignment of its diamond facets make the stone more bright and sparkling. In the GIA or AGSL Diamond grading report, we find a detailed explanation regarding cut grades on polish and symmetry. The grades are classified as excellent (EX), very good (VG), good (G), fair (F) or poor (P). It is easy to detect higher quality of diamonds given the grades.

Three basic diamond cuts as categorized by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) are brilliant cuts, step cuts and mixed cuts. Among them the most sought-after Diamond Cuts are round brilliant cuts, emerald cuts, princess cuts, Asscher cuts, etc. Among the antiqued diamond cuts, the rose cut, and the old miner cut are popular as well. The heart shaped diamond is another unique cut which carries the flavor of romance and style together. A pear shaped diamond cut is an intelligent combination of oval and marquise cuts that features a chic yet old-world charm. Sometimes, a particular cut can make a diamond look bigger and better. One of such appealing diamond cuts is the cushion cut. The quality of a Diamond is enhanced by an exclusive cut. As a result of this distinctive craftsmanship, a rough, unpolished diamond gets a wonderful make-over that win a thousand hearts. The interplay of light in and out of the diamond facets is essential to augment beauty and sparkle as well. And, a good cut does it all!