The princess-cut diamond ring is one of the most popular choices after the round brilliant cut. Known for its modern elegance, the top of the princess-cut diamond is shaped into a square or rectangular design with four bevelled slides, resembling an inverted pyramid.
Introduced in the 1960s, this relatively new style has gained popularity due to its distinctive shape. Often referred to as “squad modified brilliant,” the princess-cut engagement ring combines the brilliance of a round-cut diamond in a square or rectangular form. However, it should not be confused with the baguette cut, which has a completely different structure.
One of the princess cut diamonds is so appealing because of its efficient use of the rough diamond. This cut retains about 80% of the original rough diamond, compared to the round brilliant cut, which retains only 50%. As a result, princess-cut diamonds are slightly more affordable on a per-carat basis. This efficiency also makes the princess-cut diamond a favourite among diamond cutters.
Grading a princess-cut diamond for light performance involves specific standards. Currently, only a few laboratories specialize in this grading, including:
American Gem Society(AGS)
European Gem Laboratories-USA(EGL-USA)
Accredited Gem Appraisers(AGA)
The unique geometry of the princess-cut diamond creates an eye-catching sparkle, making it a preferred choice for princess-cut rings and other diamond jewellery styles.
For couples who are looking for a ring with a princess cut, Marlow’s Diamonds in the UK can be the place where they purchase princess-cut diamond rings for both.
