Color Diamond Cut & Shape
Are cutting considerations different for fancy color diamonds than they are for white diamonds?
AMGAD: Like other diamonds, fancy colored diamonds achieve maximum brilliance when cut to the most ideal and accurate proportions. A good cut gives a fancy diamond its sparkle and helps to bring out the most intense color possible.When cutting color diamonds, the cutter usually considers its inclusions, because they can enhance the diamond's color. Facets and angles also add color to a diamond, so the cutter must think about what shape would bring out the gemstone's best appearance.
What shapes are most popular for color diamonds?
AMGAD: Round/brilliant, oval, princess and radiant color diamonds are in high demand. You'll also see color diamonds cut into fancy shapes such as hearts, trapezoids, Asschers and others. The scarcity of the fancy cuts helps those diamonds command a premium price.
