The 4C's Diamond Buying Guide - Cut
That flashing, fiery effect that makes diamonds so mesmerizing!
Of The 4C's, cut is the most important to many people, and yet they might not even realise it. This is because cut determines "brilliance", which essentially means sparkle.
As shown in the images above, when a diamond is cut with the proper proportions, light is returned out of the top of the diamond. If it is cut too shallow, light leaks out of the bottom; too deep and it escapes out of the side. Put simply; the better the cut, the more your diamond will sparkle!
Further still, there are a number of different cut grades which affect the price you pay, but how do you know which cut grade is right for you? We stock a range of cuts to suite a range of budgets, but the only real test will be how YOU feel when you see it!
We hope that gives you a better understanding of how cut will affect your diamond's sparkle, now learn about the second of The 4Cs, colour.
Please also take a look at our Engagement & Wedding rings page to see how we help and support our customers when they're making this important decision.
Or if you feel you've read enough and would prefer to see your diamond's sparkle in person, please call into our showroom at 1 Lands Lane, Leeds where you can view our stock of loose diamonds.
