Top 5 Diamond Shapes for Indian Women.

Buy Diamond jewellery | karatcraft.com Diamonds as they are found in nature look very different from those that are used in jewellery. In Nature they look a lot like stones or small pebbles. Rough diamonds are then cleaned, polished, shaped, cut and transformed into the glistening, shimmering gemstones that we love so much. There are innumerable different shapes into which diamonds can be cut, depending upon there size of raw stone. There are some shapes which are commonly used in jewellery and are popular the world over. Here’s a look at the top 5 diamond shapes based on their popularity.

Round Brilliant Cut Diamond – This is the most commonly used diamond shape, because it is very versatile and can be used in a number of different types of jewellery. There is no shape more symmetrical or more balanced. This is usually the first choice when it comes to solitaire rings and diamond studs. It is hard to spot impurities or inclusions in a round brilliant cut diamond.The round shape diamond gives good reflection of light and maximise potential brightness.check out jewellery in this cut.

Princess Cut Diamond – The princess cut diamond, which was developed during the 1960s is also classic and elegant like the round brilliant cut diamond. Princess cut diamonds can be either square or rectangular, which makes them extremely versatile and usable. This cut is also a popular choice for engagement rings.These diamonds show a distinct colour on each of its edge.

Asscher Cut Diamond – This shape became hugely popular in the early 1900s. It looks like a square, with cropped corners and a flat top. Inclusions and impurities are easily seen in an Asscher cut diamond, which is why very high-grade, clear diamonds are used for this cut.

Emerald Cut Diamond – This shape is like a rectangle with truncated corners, and is similar to the Asscher cut. The top is like a flat plane and the diamond has step-cuts down the flanks. Emerald Cut diamonds produce a hall of mirrors effect,with interplay of light and dark planes.This shape has an old world charm, which is perfect for vintage or classic designs.

Marquise Cut Diamond – The marquise cut looks like an oval with pointed ends. This cut gets its name from Marquise of Pompadour, for whom this diamond shape was commissioned by French King Luis XIV. The marquise cut is thin and long, and gives an illusion of being larger than it is.Cause of its this feature it gives wearer a longer and slender look.

We at Karatcraft.com use a number of differently cut diamonds in our designs, depending on what we think looks aesthetically appealing. We can even custom design pieces for you, using your preferred cut of diamond.