Traditionally used to cut emeralds, the emerald cut has grown in popularity since it first made its appearance in diamonds. It is no secret that this step cut does not bear the same immense fire as compared to the round brilliant cut diamonds; but it cannot be denied that emerald cut diamonds have an exclusivity that is unparalleled, especially in diamonds that possess superior colour and clarity grades. The beauty of this cut lies in the depth of its clarity, and is almost like looking into pure water that runs deep into the blue. One of the most celebrated emerald cut diamonds today is the Steinmetz 108 Emerald. The 108 carat diamond is deemed flawless and possesses a D colour grade.
Another pair of emerald cut diamonds by the Steinmetz Group that has been making news ever since it first made its way into an auction is the Steinmetz Ponahalo Diamonds. The pair weighing 102.11 carats and 70.87 carats respectively is held in high regard for being the world’s largest diamonds to earn the credit of carrying the Forevermark insignia and unique Forevermark identification numbers. The Christie’s auction at New York in October of 2008 called the Jewels: The New York Sale witnessed the exclusive pair’s sale to a Dubai-based jeweler.
Some of the other emerald cut diamonds that have made a mark in the diamond world are the flawless 70-carat Kimberley Diamond, the 24.44 carat Mouawad Lilac Diamond, and the 48.26 carat President Vargas Diamond. Cut with long facets, the emerald cut stones exude broad flashes of light as opposed to a fiery brilliance that is usually associated with diamonds. This is the quality that is most appealing to diamond collectors, celebrities and the elite that have fallen in love with this cut. While not so popular as a centre stone for engagement ring settings, these days celebrities like Paris Hilton and Mrs. Donald Trump, and royals like Duchess of Cornwall Camilla Parker Bowles are seen flaunting emerald cut diamond rings all over the tabloids.
Colour and clarity grades are the most important qualities in Emerald cut diamonds as the step cuts comprised of large planar facets act like mirrors. The emerald cut ideally has 58 facets, 8 girdles, 25 crowns, and 25 pavilions giving the stone a classic elegance and aristocratic look. Another aspect to keep in mind for such a cut is the length to width ratio of the stone, as this determines the way the diamond will look when viewed from the top. While this is a purely subjective matter, experts believe that the most attractive ratio ranges from 1.50 – 1.75:1.00 to get that perfect classic rectangular look. For a more squarish look the ratio ideally would be in the range of 1.30:1.00.
Some of the other emerald cut diamonds that have made a mark in the diamond world are the flawless 70-carat Kimberley Diamond, the 24.44 carat Mouawad Lilac Diamond, and the 48.26 carat President Vargas Diamond. Cut with long facets, the emerald cut stones exude broad flashes of light as opposed to a fiery brilliance that is usually associated with diamonds. This is the quality that is most appealing to diamond collectors, celebrities and the elite that have fallen in love with this cut. While not so popular as a centre stone for engagement ring settings, these days celebrities like Paris Hilton and Mrs. Donald Trump, and royals like Duchess of Cornwall Camilla Parker Bowles are seen flaunting emerald cut diamond rings all over the tabloids.
Colour and clarity grades are the most important qualities in Emerald cut diamonds as the step cuts comprised of large planar facets act like mirrors. The emerald cut ideally has 58 facets, 8 girdles, 25 crowns, and 25 pavilions giving the stone a classic elegance and aristocratic look. Another aspect to keep in mind for such a cut is the length to width ratio of the stone, as this determines the way the diamond will look when viewed from the top. While this is a purely subjective matter, experts believe that the most attractive ratio ranges from 1.50 – 1.75:1.00 to get that perfect classic rectangular look. For a more squarish look the ratio ideally would be in the range of 1.30:1.00.
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