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Would you like something different from the standard round cut diamond? Then choose a princess cut. This cut lives up to its name thanks to its romantic and luxurious appearance. For that reason, the princess cut diamond is often placed as a central diamond in a ring, such as in an engagement ring.
- What characterises the princess cut?
- The history of the princess cut
- The popularity of the princess cut diamond
- The difference between the radiant cut and the princess cut diamond
- The difference between the cushion cut and the princess cut diamond
- The difference between the princess cut diamond and the round diamond or brilliant
- The appearance of a princess cut diamond
- What should you look out for when buying a princess cut diamond?
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What characterises the princess cut?
When you look at the princess diamond from above, you see a square shape. But when it is viewed from the side, the shape is more like an inverted pyramid. Simple, beautiful and timeless!
The history of the princess cut
The princess cut has its origins in the Barion cut, which was patented in 1971 by a South African diamond cutter, Basil Watermeyer. The most recent version of the princess cut was patented in 2013 by Robert Forster and Vinubhai G. Dhanani who invented a design with 129 facets.
The popularity of the princess cut diamond
The same stone will cost less in a princess cut than in a round cut
The price for a princess cut diamond is generally slightly lower than that of a round cut of the same size, even with exactly the same 4 Cs. This is because less material is lost during the cutting process for a princess cut and therefore more carats remain. In addition, the princess cut has a very luxurious and romantic look, as the name suggests.
The difference between the radiant cut and the princess cut diamond
In addition, the princess cut will shine slightly less than the radiant cut. The latter is in fact cut so that it contains the ultimate brilliance.
The difference between the cushion cut and the princess cut diamond
The cushion cut also has a more rounded surface, while the princess cut is flat and even looks somewhat 'dented'.
With its 58 facets, the brilliant has the most brilliance, although the princess cut diamond will be cheaper because less material is lost during the cutting process.
The appearance of a princess cut diamond
What should you look out for when buying a princess cut diamond?
Would you also like a jewel with a princess cut diamond? Then you have come to the right place here at BAUNAT. Working with our experts, you can get started on choosing your jewel or you can even have it custom made. Do not hesitate to contact our experts with all your questions or book an appointment in our showroom.
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