Princess Cut Diamond Definition
A princess cut diamond is a square or slightly rectangular diamond featuring sharp corners and brilliant-style faceting. Known for its strong sparkle and modern appearance, the princess cut combines high brilliance with an efficient use of rough diamond, making it a popular choice in fine jewelry. Its geometric shape and lively light return give it a bold, contemporary appeal.
The princess cut is one of the most popular diamond shapes, second only to the round brilliant. Its square outline appeals to buyers who prefer a modern, geometric look over a traditional round profile.
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When we say ‘princess cut’ or ‘round brilliant cut’, we refer to the shape of the diamond rather than its cut attribute. Shape alludes to the actual physical outward appearance of the diamond. For example: round, emerald, or pear. In contrast, the ‘cut attribute’ speaks about the proportions of the diamond. Quality of cut depends on the balance of proportions between the various parts of a diamond.
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Reasons For Popularity Of Princess Cut Diamonds.
The popularity of princess cut diamonds arises from a number of reasons:
First of all, these diamonds are designed for maximum brilliance. The facets are arranged on their pavilion like the round brilliant. The pyramidal profile with four beveled sides disperses lot of incident light. Consequently, they spark off a scintillating sparkle and hide inclusions efficiently.
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Secondly, these diamonds have a symmetrical shape that singularly suits jewelry with geometric designs.
Finally, princess cut diamonds loose the least rough material while shaping. All naturally occurring rough diamonds are also naturally compatible with the princess cut. This gives a greater diamond yield in the polished product. You get more diamond per dollar.
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The technical name of the princess cut is ‘square modified brilliant’. You see a square or rectangular shape while viewing it from the top. The side view shows you an inverted pyramid with four beveled sides. The cut comprises of either 57 or 76 facets with a typical ratio of 1.0 to 1.05.
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Princess cut diamonds are flexible for crafting virtually any style of ring. The stones are popular for crafting solitaire engagement rings as well as earrings. They are also well loved in wedding bands. The gemstones can be tightly arrayed adjacently without gaps. This makes it ideal for eternity bands too. Long fingers carry the princess cut particularly well owing to the sharply squared corners.
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Betazel Ambar and Israel Itzkowitz developed the princess cut in its existing structure in 1980. Earlier square cuts like the quadrillion cut and the barion cut were forerunners of the present princess cut.
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When you buy a princess cut diamond, you get a three pronged bonus. A combo of fire and brilliance close to that of a round cut, unique fancy shape and more diamond per dollar.
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Or See More Diamond Shapes As Follows:
| Round Brilliant Diamond | Marquise Diamond |
| Baguette Diamonds | Asscher Cut Diamond |
| Emerald Cut Diamond | Cushion Cut Diamond |
| Oval Diamond | Radiant Cut Diamond |
| Pear Shaped Diamond | Diamond Shape |
