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What is a shield cut diamond?

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What is a shield cut diamond?
Shield cut diamonds have a triangular shape with three sides bowed so the diamond sort of resembles a shield. They’re often used in rings as side accents to the center stone, so they rest a large side against the stone and then taper down the band. Shop a collection of authentic shield cut diamonds from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Platinum Cushion Sapphire Shield Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Cushion Sapphire Shield Cut Diamond Ring sapphire weight 2.63 carats shield cut natural
Category

2010s North American Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.02 Carat Modified Shield Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This is a very unique engagement ring featuring a 3.02 carat, I SI2, modified shield cut diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.17 Carat Shield Cut Diamond Ruby Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the Art Deco era, this platinum ring centers a sparkling EGL certified shield cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

AGL Certified Natural Pink Sapphire Shield Cut Diamond Ring Platinum Arthritis
Located in New York, NY
Cushion cut: 8.04 X 6.89 X 4.88mm Transparent, pink & Clean Clarity. 1.00ct. Side Shield cut diamonds
Category

2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Shield Cut Diamond & Sapphire Toi et Moi Engagement Ring
By Bella Rosa Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
shield cut diamond weighing 0.83 carats and a dreamy blue sapphire weighing 1.23 carats. Lively with fire
Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire

2.24 Carat Shield Cut Diamond I1 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
*100% NATURAL FANCY COLOUR DIAMOND* ✪ Diamond Details ✪ ➛ Shape: Modified Shield Step Cut
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond

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