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Choose Princess Cut Diamonds - For That Special Engagement Ring
A traditionally Round Brilliant Cut stone that has been the standard diamond
engagement ring cut for many years. More and more diamond ring hunters are
looking for something equally special but a little different. One beautiful solution to
your diamond engagement ring dilemma is to choose a Princess cut diamond.
Princess cut diamonds basically a square cut which looks startlingly, and attractively
different from that old-fashioned round brilliant cut that almost everyone else has got.
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The emergence of the princess cut marked the creation of a square design that
achieved all the fire and scintillation of the round cut. The Princess cut diamond has a
finely tapered shape that reflects the light back up through the top of the design.
Take care of your Princess cut diamond...
The clean sharp cut of the princess cut diamond means that it scorners need protecting
from accidental knocks, which does mean you must choose a suitable setting. The
high class diamond jewelers offer some superb designs that make the most of this
striking diamond cut.
One 'advantage' that you may want to keep 'quiet' is that you can get a great looking
Princess cut diamond in a larger size than many Round brilliants - but for the same
price. How? Well this is because a slightly less valuable stone, which may be of a
lower diamond clarity grade can often be used for a Princess cut to great effect. There
is after all no need to 'tell the world' if this is the case with your choice of diamond
engagement ring - just let the SIZE speak fro itself. After all, as far as most 'casual
observers' go - it is size that counts!
What to consider when picking a Princess Cut Diamond
Here are just a couple of diamond quality description profiles that provide an
interesting contrast depending on your own buying objective. By having a clear idea
in mind when you go to the jewelers this will enable them to show you the type of
diamond that you have specified and you will also be able to compare and see if what
they have 'fits your bill'!
- Cut: Good
- Clarity: SI2
- Color: I or J
- Depth Percentage: 56-84%
- Table: 53-85%
Alternately - this is a useful set of criteria for a superb stone of good quality. The
price will be a considerably higher - but if you can afford it then ask the jeweler and
see what they can offer. You'll be knocked out by the brilliance of a stone with this
profile...and after all, it's only money ;-):
- Cut: Very Good
- Clarity: VS2
- Color: F or G
- Depth Percentage: 58-80%
- Table: 58-77%
Whether you choose a striking solitaire diamond engagement ring, or a setting with a
major stone and a melee of decorative smaller stones, the growing popularity of the
Princess cut now means you should find some great choices.
Before you make that sortie to the jewelers though, be sure to see our articles about
Cut, Color and Clarity
to understand the recommendations made with these two sets of criteria more fully. When it comes to investing in a diamond engagement ring -
doing your homework can really pay off In terms of your own - and more importantly - your fiancee's satisfaction!
See onsite information about Diamond Insurance and
Buying loose diamonds too.
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