Still the modern princess cut is a relatively new diamond cut.
Princess cut diamond facets.
If the slope is steep it can create a pavilionbulge.
Based on the square french cut which has an x facet pattern but many fewer facets the princess cut diamond has its beginning in the 1960s.
Since bezel corners are more durable stick to this design unless you have a strong preference for french corners.
History of the princess cut diamond.
The cut has a square or rectangular shape when viewed from above and from the side is similar to that of an inverted pyramid with four beveled sides.
The princess cut technical name square modified brilliant is a diamond cut shape often used in engagement rings.
The princess cut shape was inspired by the early french cut.
It s easy to see the symmetry of the larger facets in this princess cut diamond.
The name dates back to the 1960s while the princess cut as it exists was created by betazel ambar and israel itzkowitz in 1980.
From the side look at the diamond through a 10x loupe.
The pavilion should slope gently from the girdle to the culet.
Those with french corners have star facets that point to the stone corners.
This diamond shape featured a series of unique chevron shaped facets that give off a distinct cross shaped reflection when the stone is viewed directly through the table.
The diamond also has a desirable balance of light and dark areas.
The princess cut is the most modern of the popular diamond shapes.
