 The Second
C - CUT
Carat
Weight | Cut | Color | Clarity
There are two
important considerations to the cut of a diamond:
1) Shape
2) Cut
Diamonds can be cut into many different shapes:
- Round Brilliant
Cut
- Emerald Cut
- Marquise
Cut
- Oval Cut
- Pear Cut
- Trillion
Cut
- Princess
Cut
- Fancy Cut
Certain fancy shapes (any shape other than round), can be less
expensive than a round diamond. The value of fancy shapes vary
based upon their desirability in the current marketplace. most
often you can obtain a better deal on fancy cuts compared to rounds.
A diamond is
a prism refracting light rays that enter through it. It is crucial
for the internal facets to be at specific angles to maintain optimum
brightness. Poorly cut diamonds demand lower prices in the diamond
market.
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