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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nEvery\ngemstone is entirely unique and the way in which it is cut can bring out the\nbeauty within or dull it entirely. It is vital that a gemstone is cut with its\nown particular inclusions in mind in order to accentuate its sparkle and\nvibrancy. There are a great variety of gemstone cuts and each one is suited to\ndifferent personal styles and different kinds of jewellery. If you are unsure\non which gemstone cut to choose for the next addition to your collection, keep\nreading for our guide to the most popular gemstone cuts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most\nPopular Gemstone Cuts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nRound\nBrilliant Cut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n![\"Most](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/diamond-316610_1280-1024x678.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe round brilliant cut is one of the most popular modern gemstone cuts due to the sheer amount of sparkle it gives the gemstone. This cut is especially popular when used for diamonds. The gemstones in many engagement rings are round brilliant cut to ensure that they are eye-catching. Gemstones of this cut have dominated the market since the 1880s when it was popularised by Tiffany & Co<\/a>. As a rule, this tends to be the most expensive gemstone cut due to the high level of fire and clarity created by the high number of facets. <\/p>\n\n\n\nAsscher\nCut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nThis cut was created by the Asscher Brothers of Holland\u2019s Asscher Diamond Company.<\/a> The cut was first introduced in 1902 but did not become popular until the 1920s. The shape of this cut combines elements of the princess cut and the emerald cut. Gemstones of this cut are a square shape with cropped corners and several step cuts. The step cuts give a \u2018hall of mirrors\u2019 effect to the stone which is prone to showing inclusions. <\/p>\n\n\n\nBaguette\nCut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nThe\nbaguette cut is named simply for the shape of the gemstones. Gemstones with\nthis cut are rectangular or trapezoidal and have a similar appearance to emerald\ncut gemstones. Baguette cut stones have the same step cuts as emerald cut stones\nbut tend to have fewer facets. Symmetry and clean lines are vital in making\nthis stone as beautiful as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cabochon\nCut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n![\"Most](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lapis-665748_1920-597x1024.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nGemstones\nof this cut have a smooth, round surface. A cabochon cut tends to be used on more\naffordable and waxier or opaque stones as a faceted cut would not create\nsparkle within them. The gemstones that this cut is used on are sometimes\nsofter and more prone to scratching, so they are cabochon cut to avoid any\nscratches that may be created whilst faceting. This cut is also used for\ngemstones with visual effects, such as asterisms, to enhance these natural\nfeatures. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cushion\nCut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nThis\ngemstone cut is often considered to be a very vintage style, although it has\nbegun to make a comeback in recent years. This cut gives the stone large facets\nwhich means that it can be very unforgiving if a stone has any internal flaws.\nHowever, this cut does provide more fire than others. Most of the time, this\ncut is used in a square shape, but occasionally jewellers will used rectangular\ncushion cut stones. These gemstones have an average of 64 facets. This cut\nproduces less wastage than some others, so is often preferred by gem cutters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Emerald\nCut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n![\"Most](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/emerald-1137410_1920-1024x1024.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nAs\nthe name might suggest, this cut was popularised through its use in the cutting\nof emeralds. Emerald cut gemstones are rectangular and have an average of 50 facets.\nThis cut presents the vivid colours of gemstones well, so it best used for vibrant\nstones. The shape is created using step cuts that run parallel to the stones\ngirdle. This makes the light reflect in sheets, creating an unusual and eye-catching\neffect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Heart\nCut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nThis\nis perhaps one of the most challenging cuts to create due the absolute symmetry\nand precision that are required. A heart cut gemstone is essentially an oval\ngem with tipped ends. They have an average of 59 facets in order to deliver the\nmaximum amount of fire. The centre cleft must be deep enough that the shape is\napparent, and the lobes should be rounded but not bulging. Heart cut gemstones often\nlook better in larger sizes as it is easier to express the true shape this way.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Marquise\nCut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n![\"Most](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/arteum-ro-GKbfUFna-9I-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe\nmarquise cut is sometimes also referred to as the navette cut. This shape was\ndesigned to create the most sparkle by maximising the space where the light can\nbe reflected. Stones of this cut are an oval shape with pointed tips. The tips\nmust be perfectly aligned, and symmetry precisely maintained. Stones of this\ncut tend to be desirable as they appear larger than any other cut for the same\ncarat size. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Oval\nCut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nGemstones\nof this cut are especially suited for use in rings as they have a lack of\ncorners. This makes them less prone to chipping. Modern oval cut stones have 58\nfacets, and the large amount of sparkle is able to hide any inclusions in the\nstone. However, oval cut stones can exhibit an extinction known as bowtie. This\nmeans that the light does not always reflect well in the centre of the stone,\ncreating a dark area in the shape of a bowtie. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pear\nor Teardrop Cut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/gary-yost-uvHy-_5A4oU-unsplash-2-1024x683.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe\nnames pear and teardrop are used almost interchangeably for this cut as its\nshape resembles both items. Stones with this cut are often brilliant cut with\n58 facets. Pear cut gemstones tend to show inclusions more readily than other\nshapes, so the cut is best used on near flawless stones. When cutting stones in\nthis shape, it is vital to ensure that they are well proportioned so that they\ndo not look malnourished or bulky. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Princess\nCut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nThe\nprincess cut was invented in the 1960s and is essentially a square version of the\nround brilliant cut. The square shape allows for a more modern and unusual take\non the classic round brilliant without sacrificing any of the sparkle and\nbeauty of the stone. Princess cut gemstones tend to be more affordable than\nround brilliants as the straight edges allow the gem cutter to be rougher when\ncutting the stones. However, the corners of these stones are prone to chipping,\nso they must be properly protected when being set in jewellery. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Radiant\nCut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nRadiant cut gemstones have a similar appearance to emerald cut stones. The difference between the two cuts is that the radiant cut uses brilliant cuts as well as step cut facets. This means that the radiant cut is better at disguising inclusions in the stone than the emerald cut. The radiant cut works especially well for coloured gemstones as it exhibits their full vibrancy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our Top Recommendations<\/h3>\n\n\n\nCertified Diamond 0.41ct H SI1 IGI Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring FCD28359<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n![\"Diamond](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Gemstone-Cuts-1-1.jpeg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThis diamond solitaire engagement ring exhibits a stunning 0.41 carat brilliant cut diamond. The diamond is set on a platinum band within a four-claw Tiffany style setting. The colour of the diamond is a certified IGI H grade, meaning that it is near colourless. The diamond has no inclusions that are visible to the naked eye. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thomas Sabo Gold Plated Single Stud Earring | Baguette Cut Stone H2185-414-14<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n![\"Thomas](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Baguette-stone-1.jpeg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThis single earring from Thomas Sabo features a baguette cut stone. The cut of this stone catches the light in an unusual and striking way. This is because the step cuts that are used to create this shape reflect the light in sheets. The stone is set in a gold plated stud earring to create an asymmetrical and contemporary look. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
James Moore TH 9k Yellow Gold Diamond Opal Ring RD299O<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n![\"Opal](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Cabochon.jpeg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nOpal lends itself to being cut in a cabochon shape as it is a soft gemstone. Soft gemstones can be prone to chipping, but the smooth round surface of the cabochon cut avoids any damage. This ring features a cabochon cut opal set amongst diamonds. The stones are set on a timeless 9 karat yellow gold band. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Elements Gold 9k Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Deco Ring GR567G<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n![\"Emerald](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Emerald-cut.jpeg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe emerald gemstone cut is named for its use on emeralds, so what better way to exhibit this timeless cut that with the vibrant green gemstone? This ring exhibits an emerald cut emerald at its centre. The emerald is framed by two rows of diamonds on either side, providing this ring with a true art deco aesthetic. All of these stones are set on a classic 9 karat yellow gold band. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Elements Gold 9ct Yellow Gold Tanzanite Diamond Marquise Drop Earrings GE2037M<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe round brilliant cut is one of the most popular modern gemstone cuts due to the sheer amount of sparkle it gives the gemstone. This cut is especially popular when used for diamonds. The gemstones in many engagement rings are round brilliant cut to ensure that they are eye-catching. Gemstones of this cut have dominated the market since the 1880s when it was popularised by Tiffany & Co<\/a>. As a rule, this tends to be the most expensive gemstone cut due to the high level of fire and clarity created by the high number of facets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This cut was created by the Asscher Brothers of Holland\u2019s Asscher Diamond Company.<\/a> The cut was first introduced in 1902 but did not become popular until the 1920s. The shape of this cut combines elements of the princess cut and the emerald cut. Gemstones of this cut are a square shape with cropped corners and several step cuts. The step cuts give a \u2018hall of mirrors\u2019 effect to the stone which is prone to showing inclusions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The\nbaguette cut is named simply for the shape of the gemstones. Gemstones with\nthis cut are rectangular or trapezoidal and have a similar appearance to emerald\ncut gemstones. Baguette cut stones have the same step cuts as emerald cut stones\nbut tend to have fewer facets. Symmetry and clean lines are vital in making\nthis stone as beautiful as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Gemstones\nof this cut have a smooth, round surface. A cabochon cut tends to be used on more\naffordable and waxier or opaque stones as a faceted cut would not create\nsparkle within them. The gemstones that this cut is used on are sometimes\nsofter and more prone to scratching, so they are cabochon cut to avoid any\nscratches that may be created whilst faceting. This cut is also used for\ngemstones with visual effects, such as asterisms, to enhance these natural\nfeatures. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This\ngemstone cut is often considered to be a very vintage style, although it has\nbegun to make a comeback in recent years. This cut gives the stone large facets\nwhich means that it can be very unforgiving if a stone has any internal flaws.\nHowever, this cut does provide more fire than others. Most of the time, this\ncut is used in a square shape, but occasionally jewellers will used rectangular\ncushion cut stones. These gemstones have an average of 64 facets. This cut\nproduces less wastage than some others, so is often preferred by gem cutters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As\nthe name might suggest, this cut was popularised through its use in the cutting\nof emeralds. Emerald cut gemstones are rectangular and have an average of 50 facets.\nThis cut presents the vivid colours of gemstones well, so it best used for vibrant\nstones. The shape is created using step cuts that run parallel to the stones\ngirdle. This makes the light reflect in sheets, creating an unusual and eye-catching\neffect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This\nis perhaps one of the most challenging cuts to create due the absolute symmetry\nand precision that are required. A heart cut gemstone is essentially an oval\ngem with tipped ends. They have an average of 59 facets in order to deliver the\nmaximum amount of fire. The centre cleft must be deep enough that the shape is\napparent, and the lobes should be rounded but not bulging. Heart cut gemstones often\nlook better in larger sizes as it is easier to express the true shape this way.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n The\nmarquise cut is sometimes also referred to as the navette cut. This shape was\ndesigned to create the most sparkle by maximising the space where the light can\nbe reflected. Stones of this cut are an oval shape with pointed tips. The tips\nmust be perfectly aligned, and symmetry precisely maintained. Stones of this\ncut tend to be desirable as they appear larger than any other cut for the same\ncarat size. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Gemstones\nof this cut are especially suited for use in rings as they have a lack of\ncorners. This makes them less prone to chipping. Modern oval cut stones have 58\nfacets, and the large amount of sparkle is able to hide any inclusions in the\nstone. However, oval cut stones can exhibit an extinction known as bowtie. This\nmeans that the light does not always reflect well in the centre of the stone,\ncreating a dark area in the shape of a bowtie. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The\nnames pear and teardrop are used almost interchangeably for this cut as its\nshape resembles both items. Stones with this cut are often brilliant cut with\n58 facets. Pear cut gemstones tend to show inclusions more readily than other\nshapes, so the cut is best used on near flawless stones. When cutting stones in\nthis shape, it is vital to ensure that they are well proportioned so that they\ndo not look malnourished or bulky. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The\nprincess cut was invented in the 1960s and is essentially a square version of the\nround brilliant cut. The square shape allows for a more modern and unusual take\non the classic round brilliant without sacrificing any of the sparkle and\nbeauty of the stone. Princess cut gemstones tend to be more affordable than\nround brilliants as the straight edges allow the gem cutter to be rougher when\ncutting the stones. However, the corners of these stones are prone to chipping,\nso they must be properly protected when being set in jewellery. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Radiant cut gemstones have a similar appearance to emerald cut stones. The difference between the two cuts is that the radiant cut uses brilliant cuts as well as step cut facets. This means that the radiant cut is better at disguising inclusions in the stone than the emerald cut. The radiant cut works especially well for coloured gemstones as it exhibits their full vibrancy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This diamond solitaire engagement ring exhibits a stunning 0.41 carat brilliant cut diamond. The diamond is set on a platinum band within a four-claw Tiffany style setting. The colour of the diamond is a certified IGI H grade, meaning that it is near colourless. The diamond has no inclusions that are visible to the naked eye. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This single earring from Thomas Sabo features a baguette cut stone. The cut of this stone catches the light in an unusual and striking way. This is because the step cuts that are used to create this shape reflect the light in sheets. The stone is set in a gold plated stud earring to create an asymmetrical and contemporary look. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Opal lends itself to being cut in a cabochon shape as it is a soft gemstone. Soft gemstones can be prone to chipping, but the smooth round surface of the cabochon cut avoids any damage. This ring features a cabochon cut opal set amongst diamonds. The stones are set on a timeless 9 karat yellow gold band. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The emerald gemstone cut is named for its use on emeralds, so what better way to exhibit this timeless cut that with the vibrant green gemstone? This ring exhibits an emerald cut emerald at its centre. The emerald is framed by two rows of diamonds on either side, providing this ring with a true art deco aesthetic. All of these stones are set on a classic 9 karat yellow gold band. <\/p>\n\n\n\nAsscher\nCut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Baguette\nCut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Cabochon\nCut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nCushion\nCut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Emerald\nCut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nHeart\nCut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Marquise\nCut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nOval\nCut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Pear\nor Teardrop Cut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nPrincess\nCut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Radiant\nCut<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Our Top Recommendations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Certified Diamond 0.41ct H SI1 IGI Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring FCD28359<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThomas Sabo Gold Plated Single Stud Earring | Baguette Cut Stone H2185-414-14<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nJames Moore TH 9k Yellow Gold Diamond Opal Ring RD299O<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nElements Gold 9k Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Deco Ring GR567G<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nElements Gold 9ct Yellow Gold Tanzanite Diamond Marquise Drop Earrings GE2037M<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
![\"Tanzanite](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Marquise.jpeg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"Ruby](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Teardrop-cut.jpeg\")
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