This radiant cut diamond is more square than rectangular, which illustrates the differences you'll see in diamond proportions.
Engagement Rings - Find Your Favorite Diamond Shape
By Carly Wickell, About.com
Radiant Diamond Variation
Fancy Yellow Diamond, Radiant Cut Set in Platinum and Yellow Gold with Triangular Diamonds
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Here's another example of a radiant cut diamond, this one an intense, fancy colored yellow diamond. Triangular diamonds are used on each side to enhance the focal diamond.
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