Diamonds Cut
Diamond Illustrations
Each Diamond Part Has A Function:
CROWN: Balance, Brilliance,
Dispersion, and Scintillation
GIRDLE: Provide a Setting
Edge for the gem
PAVILION: Reflect light
back up through the crown
CULET: Prevent Chipping at
the tip
DESCRIBING DIAMOND CUTS
Three Word Terms Used In Discussing Cuts:
- SHAPE OUTLINE:
Examples: Round, Oval, Marquise, Rectangular, Etc. - FACET ARRANGEMENT:
STANDARD or MODIFtIED
57 Facets are Standard. The 58th facet is the culet, which is often polished flat to prevent chipping. Anything else is modified. - CUTTING STYLE:
BRILLIANT CUT
Radiating Facets (Triangular or Kite Shaped)
STEP
Facets Arranged In Rows Or Tiers (Rectangular, Square and Emerald Cuts)
MIXED CUT
Combination Of Brilliant/Step Styles Employed Together
EXAMPLES:
