What's the girdle of a diamond?

The girdle of a diamond is the place where the pavilion and the crown meet. In diamond terminology, the crown is the top part of the diamond where the facets are located, while the pavilion is the part that sits in the setting. When you view a set diamond from above, the girdle creates the perimeter outline of the stone. Explore a diverse assortment of diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.