Radiant Cut Engagement Rings
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Choosing between princess cut and radiant cut diamonds is a tough decision especially since both of these styles have really great light reflection. When it comes to the most sparkle that a diamond can give off, the radiant cut is the winner. The radiant cut diamond was introduced back in 1977 by Henry Grossbard which had been patented and helped to revolutionize the diamond cutting industry. Grossbard created the radiant cut in order to combine the best properties of the emerald and round cuts which are the beauty of the outer lines and cut corners in the crown the emerald cut and the unique triangular faceting of the round cut. It is a wonderful mix of the two properties that results in a hybrid of emerald and round cuts creating a ‘brilliantized’ step cut diamond.
There are distinctive differences between the radiant cut diamond and a princess cut diamond. The most obvious difference would be in the ability that each cut reflects light whereby the radiant cut does sparkle more. The similarity of the radiant cut diamond and princess cut diamond is at the crown but to an experienced jeweler, the radiant cut diamond has a crown that is slightly higher that the princess cut. The radiant cut has a smaller table than the princess cut and its depth may be slightly less. There are no sharp edges in the radiant cut which makes it identifiable as the cut-cornered square mixed cut. As you look down from the top, you will notice that the reflected light seems to move in a circular pattern, which makes it easier for more light to enter and more ways for it to be reflected out. The overall shape of the radiant cut can be squarish or rectangular, with step cuts.
It is a little bit difficult to find rare radiant cut in the market today as the more popular choice of many people are the princess cut diamonds. You can try to locate for them in estate sales, family heirloom and your local jeweler stores to find out if they are available. Even though the princess cut diamond is a favorite choice, break the rule by choosing the radiant cut for your engagement if you like the unique hybrid touch of the emerald and round cuts that give the radiant cut its trademark cut corners and extra facets which will no doubt dazzle your other half.