Diamonds: Radiant Cut Diamonds

The Radiant cut diamond was created by Henryand look beautiful when set with baguette or
Grossbard in 1977. The radiant cut diamondtrilliant cut shoulder stones.
combines the elegant shape of the emerald cut,When choosing a Radiant cut diamond consider
with the brilliance of a round brilliant cut diamond.the colour grade, colour grades below J can cause
Radiant cut diamonds come in a wonderfulthe colour to appear slightly more visible in the
squarish or rectangular cut shape. While not ascorners.
popular as the other fancy cut diamonds, RadiantRadiant cut diamonds are cut to either a square
cut diamonds are adored by many diamondor rectangular shape and it is a matter of personal
connoisseurs.preference.
Radiant Cut Diamond is considered the father ofFor a Radiant cut diamond that is square in shape
'branded' fancy cut diamonds with a birth over 20a length to width ratio of 1:1.10 is typical, if you
years ago. The Radiant Cut Diamond is the firstare looking for a Radiant cut diamond that is
rectangular cut to have a complete brilliant facetmore rectangular then a length to width ratio of
pattern applied to both the crown and pavilion.1.20 - 1.50 is best.
Radiant cut diamonds have an eye-catchingDue to its large facet, it is important to consider a
“kaleidoscope” effect that have morestone that has a great color and clarity rating. Like
“points of light” reflected within theother similar cuts, the Radiant cut diamond will
diamond than any other cut.show inclusions and imperfections very easily so
The Radiant Cut diamond: is a straight-edgedmake sure the stone is of the right quality before
rectangular or square stone with cut corners. Thepurchasing.
Radiant cut is a patented cut with 70 facets andRadiant cut diamonds are great for engagement
is often confused with a “cut corners Princessrings and wedding rings, as well as other high
/ Quadrillions”.quality jewelry. If you are interested in squarish or
The cut corners are distinguishing of this fancyrectangular diamond cuts, you might also want to
shaped diamond, and they aid in the brilliance ofconsider the Cushion cut diamond, Emerald cut
the diamond. Radiant cut diamonds are useddiamond or the Asscher cut diamond.
mainly as centre stones for rings and pendants