CUTTING SHAPES

MARQUISE

This shape has a larger surface area than most, appearing bigger than it is.

PEAR

This shape makes the finger seem longer and slimmer.

OVAL

Like the pear, the oval is a flattering shape on the hand.

BRILLIANT

This stone shape has the most sparkle.

CUSHION

One of the oldest diamond shapes and cutting styles.

ROSE

Dating back to the early 1500s, this cut has come back into vogue recently.

PRINCESS

Behind round stones, this is the second most popular diamond cut shape.

EMERALD

Long lines and dramatic flashes of light give the emerald elegant appeal.

BAGUETTE

With 14 facets, the diamond has a high level of lustre, but less sparkle than the brilliant cut.

ASSCHER

A square variation of the emerald, it has high brilliance.

CARRÉ

Similar to an asscher cut, but without truncated corners.