The Cut and Shape of Diamond Engagement Rings
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The cut and shape of a diamond engagement ring gives it brilliance and sparkle. Here are the famous four C's for evaluating a diamond and its price: the cut, the clarity, the color and the carat size. These four C's are important for any engagement ring, no matter what it costs. The favorite cuts of a diamond engagement ring include oval, pear shape, a tapered marquise and the emerald cut.

The fiery, flashy princess-cut diamond and the round-brilliant-cut diamond engagement rings are very popular with engaged couples. Right now, the vintage cushion cut is making a strong revival. Some brides are choosing a diamond-studded engagement band, or an eternity band of channel-set diamonds, or pave precious stones. As everlasting as your love, eternity rings are custom-made with diamond designs set in channel, prong or pave styles. These sparkling rings are as glamorous as they are sophisticated.

The Cut and Shape of Diamond Engagement Rings
Round, Princess, Marquise, Emerald, Radiant, Cushion, Pear, Oval and Heart

Round cut diamond engagement ring

Round. The Round-cut or round shape diamond engagement ring is by far the most popular diamond shape and an enduring classic cut. The round-brilliant cut is also the most brilliant to the eye. A round brilliant is a great choice if you want the most sparkle and a round shape.

Princess cut diamond engagement ring

Princess. The princess-cut or princess-shape diamond engagement ring has clean, square lines and beautiful sparkle. It has the brilliance of the round cut and is almost as popular as the round brilliant.

Marquise cut diamond engagement ring

Marquise. The marquise-cut or marquise shape diamond engagement ring is a regal, elongated shape with tapering points at both ends. This shape flatters the finger and makes it appear longer. It is mounted with six prongs instead of four to protect the points at either end.

Emerald cut diamond engagement ring

Emerald. The emerald-cut or emerald shape diamond is a classic shape with clean lines and facets cut like steps. The emerald cut diamond can be either square or rectangular. The emerald cut can expose inclusions in a poor quality diamond. so emerald cut diamonds should be higher clarity.

Radiant cut diamond engagement ring

Radiant. The radiant cut or radiant shape diamond engagement ring is similar to the princess cut diamond, but it has the classic beauty of the emerald cut and the sparkle of the round brilliant.

Cushion cut diamond engagement ring

Cushion. The cushion cut or cushion shape diamond engagement ring is also called a pillow cut diamond. It has a softened square or pillow shape. It is based on vintage jewelry and is relatively rare. If you want something out of the ordinary, a cushion cut diamond might please you.

Pear cut diamond engagement ring

Pear. The pear cut or pear shape diamond engagement ring is a beautiful, feminine diamond shape with a rounded end on one side and a tapering point at the other. This fancy shape looks great as the center stone in a ring with a matching pendant or a pair of drop earrings.

Oval cut diamond engagement ring

Oval. The oval cut or oval shape diamond engagement ring is most similar a round-brilliant cut and combines the round's sparkle with a flattering, elongated outline. It makes a good choice for someone who wants a unique shape but loves the fire and brilliance of a round diamond.

Heart cut diamond engagement ring

Heart. The heart shape or heart-cut diamond engagement ring is the most romantic of diamond shapes. The diamond cutter's skill shows up in the rounded lobes, the symmetry and brilliance.

I wish you a special day full of romance and memories as you shop for a diamond engagement ring. - Heather, Cheap Weddings

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Cut and Shape of Diamond Engagement Rings