Diamond Cuts | Ryan’s Picks
Many people select a diamond’s cut based on personal preference. But there’s much more to a stone’s cut than meets the eye. Contrary to popular belief, a diamond “cut” isn’t its shape; it’s really the symmetry, proportion, and polish of the stone, which provides its brilliance and fire. And, a diamond’s cut isn’t random; diamond cutters look at the shape, flaws, and size of the rough stone to determine which cut will work best.