What is a princess coat?

The term princess coat gets its name from the distinctive seams that run vertically over the bust, one down each side. In the late 1930s, these coats featured a more fitted skirt but as time went on they became more full-skirted. Shop a collection of princess coats from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a princess cut stone?

A princess-cut refers to a popular gemstone cut. A square, modified brilliant-cut stone with pointed corners, the princess cut is a variation on the round brilliant stone and came into fashion in the 1960s. This cut has maximum brilliance and, therefore, it is one of the most popular choices for engagement rings. Also, because of the square shape, more of the original gem is preserved, so there is less waste. Find a collection of vintage and antique princess-cut diamond jewelry on 1stDibs today.

What is a princess cut diamond?

A princess cut, which has the technical name “square modified brilliant,"" is a popular diamond engagement ring cut. The characteristics of a princess cut are a straight sided rectangular outline with a brilliant style facet arrangement. Princess cuts tend to produce more sparkle than other traditional square diamonds.

What is a princess cut jacket?

A princess cut jacket is a blazer or piece of outerwear constructed in a certain way. Specifically, the garment features curved seams that contour the body and accentuate a woman's curves. Find a collection of vintage and designer jackets on 1stDibs.

Is princess cut a good cut for a diamond?

Yes, the princess cut is a good cut for a diamond. For one thing, princess-cut diamonds are similar to the shape of a raw diamond. As a result, jewelers waste less of the stone, often leading to cost-effective pricing for princess-cut diamond jewelry. The princess cut is also visually appealing due to its symmetrical shape. As a brilliant cut, it shows off the sparkle of a diamond. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of princess-cut diamond jewelry.

What does princess cut mean in earrings?

In the terminology of earrings, a princess cut refers to a specific cut or shape of diamond. Due to the arrangement of its facets, a princess cut resembles a square when viewed from above and a pyramid when you look at it from the side. A brilliant cut, the princess beautifully showcases the sparkle of a diamond, and the shape reduces the amount of waste created when shaping a diamond, making the cut cost-effective. Shop a wide range of diamond earrings on 1stDibs.

What is a princess cut diamond ring?

A princess cut diamond ring is a genre of the diamond cuts often used in engagement rings. Possessing the technical name square modified brilliant, these rings are peculiarly crafted into a square or a rectangle shape, giving it an exquisite look of an inverted pyramid with four beveled sides. Shop a range of antique and vintage princess cut diamond rings on 1stDibs.

Are princess cut engagement rings good?

Yes, princess-cut engagement rings can be good, depending on preferences and taste. Due to their brilliant cut, the rings show off the sparkle of a gemstone, and they're often economically priced because the cutting process creates less waste than what's expected with a round cut. Some people also like the way the appearance of the princess cut changes based on your viewing angle. From above, it looks like a square, while from the side, it has a pyramid shape. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of princess-cut gemstone engagement rings.

What does a princess-cut engagement ring mean?

The term princess-cut engagement ring means an engagement ring with a central diamond that features a certain shape and facet arrangement. Specifically, a princess-cut gemstone has a square shape and a brilliant cut that gives it tremendous sparkle. With the most common facet pattern, a princess-cut gemstone has a total of 57 facets. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of princess-cut engagement rings.

What is a 1 carat princess cut diamond worth?

Like with most diamond products, the price of a 1-carat princess cut diamond can range dramatically. On 1stDibs, find 1-carat princess cut diamond rings, earrings, necklaces and bracelets starting at $999 to $16,500.

How big is a 2-carat diamond with a princess cut?

How big a 2-carat diamond with a princess cut is varies from piece to piece. However, the average size is 7 millimeters by 7 millimeters. The measurement is around 9/32 inches, so a 2-carat princess-cut diamond will be just a little over a quarter-inch in size. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of princess-cut diamond jewelry.

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Located in New York, NY

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By BOLIN

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Located in SE

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Vintage Versace Leather Applique Coat & Skirt

By Versace

Located in Water Mill, NY

closes with a gold Versace zipper, the coat front with 3 hooks. The skirt is straight and simple in cut

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1990s Italian Dress and Coat Ensembles

Vintage Versace Leather Applique Coat & Skirt

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1960's Alfred Werber Red, White & Blue Mod Pleated-Coat Dress Set

By Alfred Werber

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

classic cut of this set with its pleated-skirt princess coat and chic sheath dress. The dress is a slim

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1960s Dress and Coat Ensembles

1960's Alfred Werber Red, White & Blue Mod Pleated-Coat Dress Set

1976 Yves Saint Laurent Couture Russian Collection Black Broadtail Fur Jacket

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

garment and gives it that Russian Cossack vibe. Shaped with pleated princess-line seams that flare out

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1970s French Coats

1976 Yves Saint Laurent Couture Russian Collection Black Broadtail Fur Jacket

L 33 in

Gucci Long Black Suede Jacket

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a rare long black suede jacket by Gucci, from the 1990's. The jacket has cut out detail

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1990s Italian Coats

Gucci Long Black Suede Jacket

1960s Silk Faille Turquoise A Line Dress Suit with Jacket

Located in London, GB

France during the 1960s. The jacket is cut in a cropped bolero style, with a wide collar and waterfall

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1960s French Dress and Coat Ensembles

1960s Silk Faille Turquoise A Line Dress Suit with Jacket

Size: 10, 12

1940's Embroidered Floral Garden Red Wool Bohemian Princess Lounge Jacket Coat

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1940's princess lounge jacket makes a memorable impression. It has the most flattering cut with wide 3

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1940s Jackets

1940's Embroidered Floral Garden Red Wool Bohemian Princess Lounge Jacket Coat

L 52 in

1950's Sophie of Saks Yellow Floral Silk Halter Dress & Coat

By Sophie Gimbel

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Breathtaking 1950's party dress & coat ensemble by the highly adored label "Sophie of Saks". Sophie

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1950s American Ballerina Dresses

1950's Sophie of Saks Yellow Floral Silk Halter Dress & Coat

1960's Norman Norell Beaded Ivory White Silk-Faille Gown & Evening Coat

By Norman Norell

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

into a goddess. Matching full-length princess line coat with stand-up collar and 3/4-length beaded

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1960s American Evening Gowns

1960's Norman Norell Beaded Ivory White Silk-Faille Gown & Evening Coat

.925 Sterling Silver 3/8 Carat Treated Green Diamond Composite Quad Stud Earring

Located in New York, NY

, green treated princess cut diamonds on each stud for a total of 8 natural, sparkling diamonds. These

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

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Diamond, Sterling Silver

.925 Sterling Silver 3/8 Carat Treated Green Diamond Composite Quad Stud Earring

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H 0.2 in W 0.13 in L 0.2 in

.925 Sterling Silver 1.0 Carat Black Diamond 4-Prong Classic Stud Earrings

Located in New York, NY

" Product Features: Diamond Type: Natural Color Treated Black Diamonds Diamond Count: 2 Princess-Cut

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Sterling Silver

.925 Sterling Silver 1.0 Carat Black Diamond 4-Prong Classic Stud Earrings

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H 0.2 in W 0.2 in L 0.2 in

.925 Sterling Silver 3.0 Carat Square Black Diamond Classic Stud Earrings

Located in New York, NY

.' Product Features: Diamond Type: Natural Color Treated Black Diamonds Diamond Count: 2 Princess-Cut

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Sterling Silver

.925 Sterling Silver 3.0 Carat Square Black Diamond Classic Stud Earrings

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H 0.32 in W 0.32 in L 0.32 in

A large 16th C. oil on panel of Madeleine de Valois, Queen of Scots (1520-1537)

By Joos van Cleve

Located in London, GB

Battle of Flodden in 1513. A marriage to a French princess for the Scottish king was one of its

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16th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Joos van Cleve
A large 16th C. oil on panel of Madeleine de Valois, Queen of Scots (1520-1537), circa 1535

H 42 in W 30 in

Christian Dior Black Coat Princess Cut Numbered Wool - Cashmere 38- Wide Sleeve

By Christian Dior

Located in Wallkill, NY

Stunning black wool blend princess coat Dior Coat. In wonderful condition! Labeled Christian Dior

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1990s French Coats

Christian Dior Black Coat Princess Cut Numbered Wool - Cashmere 38- Wide Sleeve

Minimalist Black Velvet Contrast Coat Dress with White Appliqué Collar- S, 1940s

Located in Tucson, AZ

velvet coat dress with contrasting white faille collar and cuffs. Dress features close fitting princess

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1940s Unknown Princess Cut Dresses

Minimalist Black Velvet Contrast Coat Dress with White Appliqué Collar- S, 1940s

Size: none; comparable to size S

Ivory Cashmere Princess-Cut Military Trench Coat – I Magnin, 1970s

By I. Magnin

Located in Tucson, AZ

length trench coat with wide notch collar and full length princess seams; faux flap pockets both sides

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1970s American Trench Coats

Ivory Cashmere Princess-Cut Military Trench Coat – I Magnin, 1970s

1970s Jean & Martin Pallant princess plaid coat

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

, diagonal inset yoke...trimmed in black and white wool check coat skirt is cut on the bias and has tailored

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1970s British Coats and Outerwear

1970s Jean & Martin Pallant princess plaid coat

Size: 4

Beautiful 1970s Vintage Striped Mink Fur Princess Coat

Located in Sparks, NV

Drop dead gorgeous vintage mink fur coat in platinum white blonde and pale silvery beige stripes

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1970s American Coats and Outerwear

Beautiful 1970s Vintage Striped Mink Fur Princess Coat

Size: S

1940s Vintage Princess Coat Juilliard Virgin Wool Fit Flare Lined Rhinestones

Located in Portland, OR

This incredibly lovely princess cut vintage coat has only the Juilliard 100% virgin wool label. It

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1940s American Coats

1940s Vintage Princess Coat Juilliard Virgin Wool Fit Flare Lined Rhinestones

Azzedine Alaia Metallic Silver Cotton Double Breasted Princess Coat Jacket, 2005

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fabulous 2005 Azzadine Alaia metallic-silver cotton blend coat featuring his signature full circle

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Early 2000s French Coats

Azzedine Alaia Metallic Silver Cotton Double Breasted Princess Coat Jacket, 2005

Size: 36

1930's Dramatic Jeweled-Studded Black Wool Full-Length Deco Princess Coat

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Here is "Old Hollywood" glamour that will surely turn heads! Beautiful late 1930's coat fashioned

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1930s French Coats

1930's Dramatic Jeweled-Studded Black Wool Full-Length Deco Princess Coat

1960's Amelia Gray Ruby-Red Cashmere Belted Mod Princess Jacket Coat

By AMELIA GRAY

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

sleeves. Shaped with princess-seams that flare out below the waist, the figure flattering A-line cut adds

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1960s American Coats

1960's Amelia Gray Ruby-Red Cashmere Belted Mod Princess Jacket Coat

1960's Stunning Sheepskin-Fur & Olive Green Velvet Belted Mod Princess Coat

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Gorgeous 1960's "Conklin Furs" designer coat in the most fabulous velveteen and genuine sheepskin

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1960s American Coats

1960's Stunning Sheepskin-Fur & Olive Green Velvet Belted Mod Princess Coat

1970's Colorful Rainbow-Plaid Wool Double-Breasted Hooded Maxi Princess Coat

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

. Shaped with a-line seams that flare out in a slight swing-skirt, the figure flattering cut adds fullness

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1970s American Coats

1970's Colorful Rainbow-Plaid Wool Double-Breasted Hooded Maxi Princess Coat

1940's Navy-Blue Wool Double-Breasted Princess Coat w/ Detachable Fox-Fur Cape

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Stunning 1940's "Kingsley" designer coat in the most fabulous virgin-wool and genuine Arctic fox

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1940s American Coats

1940's Navy-Blue Wool Double-Breasted Princess Coat w/ Detachable Fox-Fur Cape

1970s Lilli Ann Purple and Printed Coat

By Lilli Ann

Located in San Francisco, CA

1970s Lillin Ann princess cut coat made out of a vibrant purple ribbed knit polyester, with

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1970s Coats and Outerwear

1970s Lilli Ann Purple and Printed Coat

1980s Galanos Couture Black Wool Satin Lapels Feather Coat

By Galanos

Located in Boca Raton, FL

newcomer had some French training. Cut and detail smack of Parisian couture.” This 1980s era black coat is

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1980s American Coats and Outerwear

1980s Galanos Couture Black Wool Satin Lapels Feather Coat

L 37 in

Jean Paul Gaultier Brown Sheer Silk Gazar Coat Dress c.1995-1998

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Studio City, CA

18 covered snaps at center front and small princess cut shoulders leading into a fitted sleeve. c

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1990s French Coats

Jean Paul Gaultier Brown Sheer Silk Gazar Coat Dress c.1995-1998

Size: 40

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Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary coat princess cut you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. If you’re looking for an option in black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in beige, gray and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a coat princess cut may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Pelush - Luxury Faux Furs, Azzedine Alaïa and Balenciaga each produced a popular version that is worth a look.

How Much is a Coat Princess Cut?

The price for a coat princess cut starts at $272 and tops out at $4,100, and on average, selling for $638.

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For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think Galliano and Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Chanel remain classic for haute couture advocates and beyond. By exploring the vast array of vintage collections on these pages, you can transform your closet into a retreat that is as retro as it is royal.

Velvet cocktail dresses and silk evening gowns designed by French-born American couturiere Pauline Trigère — who dressed Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor — have proven timeless since their mid-century debut, while an overcoat by Alexander McQueen is the perfect finishing touch. In fact, an emerald one stays in rotation for Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge.

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Questions About Coat Princess Cut

What is a princess coat?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The term princess coat gets its name from the distinctive seams that run vertically over the bust, one down each side. In the late 1930s, these coats featured a more fitted skirt but as time went on they became more full-skirted. Shop a collection of princess coats from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a princess cut stone?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A princess-cut refers to a popular gemstone cut. A square, modified brilliant-cut stone with pointed corners, the princess cut is a variation on the round brilliant stone and came into fashion in the 1960s. This cut has maximum brilliance and, therefore, it is one of the most popular choices for engagement rings. Also, because of the square shape, more of the original gem is preserved, so there is less waste. Find a collection of vintage and antique princess-cut diamond jewelry on 1stDibs today.
What is a princess cut diamond?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A princess cut, which has the technical name “square modified brilliant,"" is a popular diamond engagement ring cut. The characteristics of a princess cut are a straight sided rectangular outline with a brilliant style facet arrangement. Princess cuts tend to produce more sparkle than other traditional square diamonds.
What is a princess cut jacket?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A princess cut jacket is a blazer or piece of outerwear constructed in a certain way. Specifically, the garment features curved seams that contour the body and accentuate a woman's curves. Find a collection of vintage and designer jackets on 1stDibs.
Is princess cut a good cut for a diamond?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
Yes, the princess cut is a good cut for a diamond. For one thing, princess-cut diamonds are similar to the shape of a raw diamond. As a result, jewelers waste less of the stone, often leading to cost-effective pricing for princess-cut diamond jewelry. The princess cut is also visually appealing due to its symmetrical shape. As a brilliant cut, it shows off the sparkle of a diamond. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of princess-cut diamond jewelry.
What does princess cut mean in earrings?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
In the terminology of earrings, a princess cut refers to a specific cut or shape of diamond. Due to the arrangement of its facets, a princess cut resembles a square when viewed from above and a pyramid when you look at it from the side. A brilliant cut, the princess beautifully showcases the sparkle of a diamond, and the shape reduces the amount of waste created when shaping a diamond, making the cut cost-effective. Shop a wide range of diamond earrings on 1stDibs.
What is a princess cut diamond ring?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A princess cut diamond ring is a genre of the diamond cuts often used in engagement rings. Possessing the technical name square modified brilliant, these rings are peculiarly crafted into a square or a rectangle shape, giving it an exquisite look of an inverted pyramid with four beveled sides. Shop a range of antique and vintage princess cut diamond rings on 1stDibs.
Are princess cut engagement rings good?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
Yes, princess-cut engagement rings can be good, depending on preferences and taste. Due to their brilliant cut, the rings show off the sparkle of a gemstone, and they're often economically priced because the cutting process creates less waste than what's expected with a round cut. Some people also like the way the appearance of the princess cut changes based on your viewing angle. From above, it looks like a square, while from the side, it has a pyramid shape. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of princess-cut gemstone engagement rings.
What does a princess-cut engagement ring mean?
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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
The term princess-cut engagement ring means an engagement ring with a central diamond that features a certain shape and facet arrangement. Specifically, a princess-cut gemstone has a square shape and a brilliant cut that gives it tremendous sparkle. With the most common facet pattern, a princess-cut gemstone has a total of 57 facets. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of princess-cut engagement rings.
What is a 1 carat princess cut diamond worth?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Like with most diamond products, the price of a 1-carat princess cut diamond can range dramatically. On 1stDibs, find 1-carat princess cut diamond rings, earrings, necklaces and bracelets starting at $999 to $16,500.
How big is a 2-carat diamond with a princess cut?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
How big a 2-carat diamond with a princess cut is varies from piece to piece. However, the average size is 7 millimeters by 7 millimeters. The measurement is around 9/32 inches, so a 2-carat princess-cut diamond will be just a little over a quarter-inch in size. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of princess-cut diamond jewelry.

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