{"id":269953,"date":"2018-01-26T16:58:55","date_gmt":"2018-01-26T21:58:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/?p=269953"},"modified":"2024-03-15T13:37:43","modified_gmt":"2024-03-15T17:37:43","slug":"gemstone-cuts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/gemstone-cuts\/","title":{"rendered":"A Guide to 15 Popular Gemstone Cuts"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/solitaire-rings\/1007-carat-old-mine-diamond-solitaire-ring-circa-1905\/id-j_17647802\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/OM_6_master-copy.jpg\" alt=\"10.07 Carat Old Mine Diamond Solitaire Ring, circa 1905\" class=\"wp-image-416664\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/OM_6_master-copy.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/OM_6_master-copy-467x350.jpg 467w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/OM_6_master-copy-120x90.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/solitaire-rings\/1007-carat-old-mine-diamond-solitaire-ring-circa-1905\/id-j_17647802\/\">10.07-carat Old Mine-cut diamond solitaire ring, ca. 1905<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Gemstones are front and center when it comes to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/\">fine jewelry<\/a>. But do you know the history, fads or workmanship behind your favorite shapes? Below, we define the three basic facet styles. Then, we break down 15 specific gemstone cuts and show you how the stones look in real rings alongside handy diagrams of their silhouettes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"basic-gemstone-cut-styles\">Basic Gemstone-Cut Styles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While there are many different gemstone cuts, they fall into three main categories: brilliant, step and mixed. These three styles encompass most gem cuts, so they\u2019re important to know. We\u2019ll show you an example of each below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"brilliant-cuts\"><strong>Brilliant Cuts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"457\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/F_11__master-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Shreve, Crump &amp; Low GIA Certified 5.60 Carat J SI1 Round Brilliant Diamond Ring\n\" class=\"wp-image-416695\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/F_11__master-copy.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/F_11__master-copy-536x350.jpg 536w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/F_11__master-copy-120x78.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/shreve-crump-low-gia-certified-560-carat-j-si1-round-brilliant-diamond-ring\/id-j_10383832\/\">Shreve, Crump &amp; Low 5.60-carat round brilliant diamond ring, 2020<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Designed to maximize light, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone-cut\/brilliant-cut\/\">brilliant cut<\/a> has many facets. These triangular and kite-shaped facets spread out from the center of the gem, which is cone-shaped. Beloved for the sparkle from its 58 facets, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone-cut\/round\/\">round brilliant cut<\/a> is one of the most popular and expensive of all gem cuts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-cuts\"><strong>Step Cuts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/hancocks-506ct-antique-asscher-cut-diamond-brushed-rose-gold-solitaire-ring\/id-j_19333182\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/1_RNG127941_3__master-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Hancock\u2019s 5.06ct Antique Asscher Cut Diamond in Brushed Rose Gold Solitaire Ring\" class=\"wp-image-416687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/1_RNG127941_3__master-copy.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/1_RNG127941_3__master-copy-467x350.jpg 467w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/1_RNG127941_3__master-copy-120x90.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/hancocks-506ct-antique-asscher-cut-diamond-brushed-rose-gold-solitaire-ring\/id-j_19333182\/\">Hancocks 5.06-carat Asscher-cut diamond ring, 2023<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>A step-cut style includes rows of rectangular facets that climb up the sides of the crown (or top) of the gem. This type of cut is ideal for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/colored-gemstone-engagement-rings\/\">showing off a gemstone\u2019s color<\/a>. Two popular step cuts are the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone-cut\/emerald\/\">emerald cut<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone-cut\/baguette\/\">baguette cut<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"mixed-cuts\"><strong>Mixed Cuts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/band-rings\/885-carat-multi-shape-diamond-cluster-multi-row-freeform-wide-band-ring\/id-j_10924112\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"499\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/10924112_master-copy.jpg\" alt=\"8.85 Carat Multi Shape Diamond Cluster Multi-Row Freeform Wide Band Ring\" class=\"wp-image-416683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/10924112_master-copy.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/10924112_master-copy-491x350.jpg 491w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/10924112_master-copy-120x86.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/band-rings\/885-carat-multi-shape-diamond-cluster-multi-row-freeform-wide-band-ring\/id-j_10924112\/\">8.85-carat mixed-cut diamond band ring, 2020<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone-cut\/mixed-cut\/\">Mixed cuts<\/a> are combinations of brilliant and step cuts. They include both brilliant and step facet arrangements, but the placement of the facets will vary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"types-of-gemstone-cuts\"><strong>Types of Gemstone Cuts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To help you identify your favorite style, we\u2019ve compiled a gemstone cuts chart. Keep scrolling to read more about each cut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1307\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/4-types-gemstone-cuts.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-352594\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/4-types-gemstone-cuts.png 1500w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/4-types-gemstone-cuts-402x350.png 402w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/4-types-gemstone-cuts-950x828.png 950w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/4-types-gemstone-cuts-120x105.png 120w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/4-types-gemstone-cuts-768x669.png 768w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/4-types-gemstone-cuts-1071x933.png 1071w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-round\"><strong>1. Round<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/gia-certified-2-carat-round-brilliant-cut-diamond-platinum-ring-made-italy\/id-j_16279902\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"491\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_16279902_1656684638418_bg_processed-copy.jpg\" alt=\"2 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Ring\" class=\"wp-image-416478\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_16279902_1656684638418_bg_processed-copy.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_16279902_1656684638418_bg_processed-copy-499x350.jpg 499w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_16279902_1656684638418_bg_processed-copy-120x84.jpg 120w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_16279902_1656684638418_bg_processed-copy-640x450.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/gia-certified-2-carat-round-brilliant-cut-diamond-platinum-ring-made-italy\/id-j_16279902\/\">2-carat round brilliant cut diamond and platinum ring, 2022<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone-cut\/round\/\">round brilliant cut<\/a> is the most classic of all stone cuts. Circular with 58 facets, the stone is cut to maximize its brilliance. Anything that is not a round cut is called fancy cut. Round brilliant stones have been popular since the early 1900s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-old-european\"><strong>2. Old European<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/solitaire-rings\/antique-gia-363-carat-old-european-cut-diamond-14k-antique-gold-solitaire-ring\/id-j_21693402\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"485\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_21693402_1706736548588_bg_processed-copy.jpg\" alt=\"3.63 Carat Old European Cut Diamond 14k Antique Gold Solitaire Ring\" class=\"wp-image-416482\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_21693402_1706736548588_bg_processed-copy.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_21693402_1706736548588_bg_processed-copy-505x350.jpg 505w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_21693402_1706736548588_bg_processed-copy-120x83.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/solitaire-rings\/antique-gia-363-carat-old-european-cut-diamond-14k-antique-gold-solitaire-ring\/id-j_21693402\/\">3.63-carat old European cut diamond and gold solitaire ring, 1900<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone-cut\/old-european\/\">old European cut<\/a> is a precursor to the modern round brilliant cut. The stone appears circular when looked at from the top (because of its low table or largest facet) and has a high crown (the part above the middle of the stone) with larger facets. The tip of the stone, or the culet, is flat instead of pointed. This style was used predominantly in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/period\/19th-century\/\">19th century<\/a>, hence the name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-emerald\"><strong>3. Emerald<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/alexander-gia-309-carat-emerald-cut-diamond-solitaire-ring-18k-yellow-gold\/id-j_16507402\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"482\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/16507402_datamatics-copy.jpg\" alt=\"3.09 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring 18k Yellow Gold\" class=\"wp-image-416487\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/16507402_datamatics-copy.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/16507402_datamatics-copy-508x350.jpg 508w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/16507402_datamatics-copy-120x83.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/alexander-gia-309-carat-emerald-cut-diamond-solitaire-ring-18k-yellow-gold\/id-j_16507402\/\">3.09-carat emerald cut diamond solitaire ring, 2021<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone-cut\/emerald\/\">emerald cut<\/a> comprises 58 facets and truncated corners on a rectangular step-cut stone. The flat pavilion of an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/buy\/emerald-cut-diamond-ring\/\">emerald-cut diamond<\/a> can magnify the stone\u2019s imperfections, so the gem&#8217;s clarity is key. Initially a popular cut for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/stone\/emerald\/\">emeralds<\/a> only, it is now used on other precious stones, but the name has come to define the style. The emerald cut <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/art-deco-jewelry\/\">became popular<\/a> during the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/style\/art-deco\/\">Art Deco<\/a> period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-baguette\"><strong>4. Baguette<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/band-rings\/432-carat-baguette-diamond-eternity-band-g-vs\/id-j_15901342\/#skuId=j_15901342S1\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"416\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/67cc8d49_f7a3_4afc_bc48_34878289b5ef_master-copy.jpg\" alt=\"4.32 Carat Baguette Diamond Eternity Band\" class=\"wp-image-416494\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/67cc8d49_f7a3_4afc_bc48_34878289b5ef_master-copy.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/67cc8d49_f7a3_4afc_bc48_34878289b5ef_master-copy-589x350.jpg 589w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/67cc8d49_f7a3_4afc_bc48_34878289b5ef_master-copy-120x71.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/band-rings\/432-carat-baguette-diamond-eternity-band-g-vs\/id-j_15901342\/#skuId=j_15901342S1\">4.32-carat baguette diamond eternity band, 2022<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Named after the French bread due to its elongated and slender shape, these rectangular, step-cut stones are used to accentuate larger, central stones. Popular during the Art Deco period, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone-cut\/baguette\/\">baguette cut<\/a> is again in fashion, particularly in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/style\/art-deco\/\">Deco-inspired rings<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-cushion\"><strong>5. Cushion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"571\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/14223362_datamatics-copy.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-416506\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/14223362_datamatics-copy.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/14223362_datamatics-copy-429x350.jpg 429w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/14223362_datamatics-copy-120x98.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone-cut\/cushion\/\">cushion cut<\/a> is often referred to as a pillow cut due to its square or rectangular shape with rounded edges. This stone cut comprises 58 facets, like brilliant stones. The cushion cut has been popular since the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/period\/18th-century\/\">18th century<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-rose\"><strong>6. Rose<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/late-victorian-gia-190-carat-rose-cut-diamond-silver-18k-yellow-gold-halo-ring\/id-j_21919032\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"565\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_21919032_1707785140154_bg_processed-copy.jpg\" alt=\"1.90 Carat Rose Cut Diamond\" class=\"wp-image-416499\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_21919032_1707785140154_bg_processed-copy.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_21919032_1707785140154_bg_processed-copy-434x350.jpg 434w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_21919032_1707785140154_bg_processed-copy-120x97.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/late-victorian-gia-190-carat-rose-cut-diamond-silver-18k-yellow-gold-halo-ring\/id-j_21919032\/\">1.90-carat rose-cut diamond ring, 1890<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone-cut\/rose\/\">Rose-cut diamonds<\/a> are uncommon in modern jewelry and are often associated with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/victorian-jewelry\/\">antique styles<\/a> like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/style\/victorian\/\">Victorian<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/style\/georgian\/\">Georgian<\/a>. The rose cut is circular like its namesake flower, with a flat top and a domed crown with either 12 or 24 facets. This cut dates back to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/period\/16th-century\/\">16th century<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-marquise\"><strong>7. Marquise<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/solitaire-rings\/certified-162-carat-marquise-diamond-engagement-ring\/id-j_20282272\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"537\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_20282272_1693944022899_bg_processed-copy.jpg\" alt=\"1.62 Carat Marquise Diamond Engagement Ring\" class=\"wp-image-416615\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_20282272_1693944022899_bg_processed-copy.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_20282272_1693944022899_bg_processed-copy-456x350.jpg 456w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_20282272_1693944022899_bg_processed-copy-120x92.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/solitaire-rings\/certified-162-carat-marquise-diamond-engagement-ring\/id-j_20282272\/\">1.62-carat marquise-cut diamond engagement ring, 2022<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Also known as the <em>navette<\/em> cut (meaning \u201clittle boat\u201d or \u201csailboat\u201d in French), <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone-cut\/marquise\/\">marquise-cut stones<\/a> are easy to identify due to their elliptical shape that is tapered on both ends. Stones with a marquise cut are considered modified brilliant because they have 58 facets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-princess\"><strong>8. Princess<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/alexander-gia-301-carat-princess-cut-diamond-j-vs1-engagement-ring-white-gold\/id-j_17642642\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/17642642_datamatics-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Alexander GIA 3.01 Carat Princess Cut Diamond J VS1 Engagement Ring White Gold\" class=\"wp-image-416619\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/17642642_datamatics-copy.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/17642642_datamatics-copy-547x350.jpg 547w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/17642642_datamatics-copy-120x77.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/alexander-gia-301-carat-princess-cut-diamond-j-vs1-engagement-ring-white-gold\/id-j_17642642\/\">Alexander 3.01-carat princess-cut diamond engagement ring, 2022<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>A square, modified brilliant-cut stone with pointed corners, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone-cut\/princess\/\">princess cut<\/a> is a variation on the round brilliant stone and came into fashion in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/period\/1960s\/\">1960s<\/a>. This cut has maximum brilliance and, therefore, it is one of the most <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/stone-cut\/princess\/\">popular choices<\/a> for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/\">engagement rings<\/a>. Also, because of the square shape, more of the original gem is preserved, so there is less waste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-oval\"><strong>9. Oval<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/gia-certified-25-carat-oval-diamond-platinum-ring\/id-j_13554572\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"499\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/13554572_datamatics-copy-1.jpg\" alt=\"2.5 Carat Oval Diamond Platinum Ring\" class=\"wp-image-416637\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/13554572_datamatics-copy-1.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/13554572_datamatics-copy-1-491x350.jpg 491w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/13554572_datamatics-copy-1-120x86.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/gia-certified-25-carat-oval-diamond-platinum-ring\/id-j_13554572\/\">2.5-carat oval-cut diamond ring, 2021<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone-cut\/oval\/\">oval cut<\/a> was created in the 1960s. It is a variation on the round brilliant cut with the same number of facets: 58.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-radiant\"><strong>10. Radiant<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/david-rosenberg-502-carat-radiant-cut-gia-diamond-wedding-engagement-ring\/id-j_12700512\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"494\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/12700512_master-copy.jpg\" alt=\"David Rosenberg 5.02 Carat Radiant Cut GIA Diamond Wedding Engagement Ring\" class=\"wp-image-416633\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/12700512_master-copy.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/12700512_master-copy-496x350.jpg 496w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/12700512_master-copy-120x85.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/david-rosenberg-502-carat-radiant-cut-gia-diamond-wedding-engagement-ring\/id-j_12700512\/\">David Rosenberg 5.02-carat radiant-cut diamond engagement ring, 2021<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone-cut\/radiant\/\">radiant cut<\/a> was invented in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/period\/1970s\/\">1970s<\/a> by Henry Grossbard, a master diamond cutter. Distinct for its trimmed corners and square or rectangular shape, it is often compared to a princess cut because of its unusually high number of facets (60 to 70), which results in greater brilliance and radiance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"french\">11. <strong>French<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/gia-certified-h-vs2-179-french-cut-shape-diamond-engagement-ring\/id-j_6637701\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"442\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/6637701_master-copy.jpg\" alt=\".79 French Cut Shape Diamond Engagement Ring\" class=\"wp-image-416641\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/6637701_master-copy.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/6637701_master-copy-554x350.jpg 554w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/6637701_master-copy-120x76.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/gia-certified-h-vs2-179-french-cut-shape-diamond-engagement-ring\/id-j_6637701\/\">1.79-carat French-cut diamond engagement ring, early 20th century<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone-cut\/french\/\">French-cut stones<\/a> are either square or rectangular and are distinguished by the cross that the facets on the crown make. The cut originated in the 14th century and experienced a resurgence in popularity during the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/style\/edwardian\/\">Edwardian<\/a> period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"asscher\">12. <strong>Asscher<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/solitaire-rings\/gia-certified-454-carat-asscher-cut-engagement-ring-natural-pink-diamonds\/id-j_5486142\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"447\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_5486142_1652200708893_bg_processed-copy.jpg\" alt=\"4.54 Carat Asscher Cut Engagement Ring with Natural Pink Diamonds\" class=\"wp-image-416647\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_5486142_1652200708893_bg_processed-copy.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_5486142_1652200708893_bg_processed-copy-548x350.jpg 548w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_5486142_1652200708893_bg_processed-copy-120x77.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/solitaire-rings\/gia-certified-454-carat-asscher-cut-engagement-ring-natural-pink-diamonds\/id-j_5486142\/\">4.54-carat Asscher-cut engagement ring with natural pink diamonds, 2021<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>A variation on the emerald style, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone-cut\/asscher\/\">Asscher cut<\/a> is a square step-cut stone. But unlike the rectangular emerald cut, it looks octagonal when viewed from above. The Asscher cut was invented in 1902 by the Royal Asscher Diamond Company, and it became popular during the Art Deco period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-trillion\"><strong>13. Trillion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/gia-certified-100-carat-handmade-diamond-yellow-gold-diamond-engagement-band\/id-j_20740652\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"460\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_20740652_1698305731933_bg_processed-copy.jpg\" alt=\"1.00 Carat Handmade Diamond Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Band\" class=\"wp-image-416652\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_20740652_1698305731933_bg_processed-copy.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_20740652_1698305731933_bg_processed-copy-533x350.jpg 533w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_20740652_1698305731933_bg_processed-copy-120x79.jpg 120w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_20740652_1698305731933_bg_processed-copy-365x241.jpg 365w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/gia-certified-100-carat-handmade-diamond-yellow-gold-diamond-engagement-band\/id-j_20740652\/\">1-carat trillion-cut diamond engagement ring, 2023<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone-cut\/trillion\/\">Trillion-cut stones<\/a> are triangular, modified brilliant-cut stones with 31 to 50 facets. In jewelry, trillion stones usually flank the center stone and have straight or curved sides. The trillion cut was designed and trademarked by the Henry Meyer Diamond Company of New York in 1962.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-pear\"><strong>14. Pear<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/three-stone-rings\/629-carat-pear-cut-gia-three-stone-diamond-engagement-ring\/id-j_20659032\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_18910802_1680630868400_bg_processed-copy.jpg\" alt=\"6.29 Carat Pear Cut GIA Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring\" class=\"wp-image-416658\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.1058451816745656;width:700px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_18910802_1680630868400_bg_processed-copy.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_18910802_1680630868400_bg_processed-copy-387x350.jpg 387w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_18910802_1680630868400_bg_processed-copy-120x109.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/three-stone-rings\/629-carat-pear-cut-gia-three-stone-diamond-engagement-ring\/id-j_20659032\/\">6.29-carat pear-cut three-stone diamond engagement ring, 2023<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone-cut\/pear\/\">pear cut<\/a> is a modified brilliant cut with 58 facets and a teardrop shape (round at one end and pointed at the other). Historically, this cut was referred to as pendeloque, and it was the invention of a Flemish stonecutter in the 15th century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-old-mine\"><strong>15. Old Mine<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/solitaire-rings\/old-mine-diamond-solitaire-ring-circa-1900\/id-j_14085052\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"495\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_14085052_1638532291731_bg_processed-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Old Mine Diamond Solitaire Ring, circa 1900\" class=\"wp-image-416676\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_14085052_1638532291731_bg_processed-copy.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_14085052_1638532291731_bg_processed-copy-495x350.jpg 495w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/j_14085052_1638532291731_bg_processed-copy-120x85.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/solitaire-rings\/old-mine-diamond-solitaire-ring-circa-1900\/id-j_14085052\/\">Old mine-cut diamond solitaire ring, ca. 1900<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone-cut\/old-mine\/\">Old mine\u2013cut stones<\/a>, often associated with antique rings, are slightly curved and square shaped. Because these stones were cut prior to the invention of modern faceting, Old Mine-cut stones are never as bright as modern stones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"non-faceted-gemstone-cuts\"><strong>Non-Faceted Gemstone Cuts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/cocktail-rings\/andreoli-350-carat-emerald-diamond-18-karat-white-gold-ring-cdc-certified\/id-j_13052712\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"510\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/R_EBKR12666_master-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Andreoli 3.50 Carat Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring\" class=\"wp-image-416691\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/R_EBKR12666_master-copy.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/R_EBKR12666_master-copy-480x350.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/R_EBKR12666_master-copy-120x87.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/cocktail-rings\/andreoli-350-carat-emerald-diamond-18-karat-white-gold-ring-cdc-certified\/id-j_13052712\/\">Andreoli 3.50-carat cabochon emerald and diamond ring, 2021<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Although faceted gemstones like those listed above are quite popular, non-faceted gems are also in style. For example, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone-cut\/cabochon\/\">cabochons<\/a> are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/cabochon-cut-gems-and-jewelry\/\">smoothly polished<\/a> instead of faceted, and are usually oval-shaped. Many people love cabochons for their simplicity and elegance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Carved cabochons also make interesting pieces. For example, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/buy\/cameo-jewelry\/\">cameo gemstone<\/a>, which features a carved silhouette, has made <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/cameo-jewelry\/\">a resurgence in recent years<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-choose-a-gemstone-cut\"><strong>How to Choose a Gemstone Cut<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/cluster-rings\/vintage-diamond-cluster-ring-french-circa-1950\/id-j_6845091\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/24927ab_master.webp\" alt=\"Diamond Cluster Ring, French, circa 1950\" class=\"wp-image-416701\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/24927ab_master.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/24927ab_master-467x350.webp 467w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/24927ab_master-120x90.webp 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/cluster-rings\/vintage-diamond-cluster-ring-french-circa-1950\/id-j_6845091\/\">Diamond cluster ring, ca. 1950<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>There are many more unique cuts out there, and each cut should accentuate certain gemstone qualities. When shopping for a piece of jewelry, consider whether you want stones to sparkle and gleam or show off their color with clarity. Then, find the cut on the list that enhances the desired feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some things to look out for when shopping for gemstones are extinctions, which are dark spots on the stone, and windows, which are see-through areas created during the cutting process. These spots reduce the brilliance of a gemstone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know how to identify different gemstone cuts, you can search for your next dazzling jewel with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gemsociety.org\/\">International Gem Society<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gemstones are front and center when it comes to fine jewelry. But do you know the history, fads or workmanship behind your favorite shapes? Below, we define the three basic facet styles. 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