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THE IDEAL CUT
When a round brilliant diamond has been cut to "Ideal" proportions by a master cutter, it is a splendor to behold.
The Ideal Cut Diamond describes a round brilliant diamond that has been cut to exact and mathematically proven proportions. Its symmetry, with 58 exactly placed facets, produces the ultimate in lustre and beauty.
When a diamond is cut to the ideal proportions all of the light entering from any direction is totally reflected through the top and is dispersed into a display of sparkling flashes and rainbow colors. |
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| PREMIUM CUT
A Premium Cut diamond demonstrates subtle variations from the Ideal Cut. Although dimensional differences affect a diamond's reflection of light, a Premium Cut still achieves a harmonious balance between it's proportions and the display of brilliance.
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THE IDEAL CUT
Light* entering the diamond reflects internally from facet to facet and is reflected back through the top ONLY, creating maximum brilliance. |
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INFERIOR CUT
Most diamonds are "spread" in their cutting to retain maximum weight from the original rough. A heavier diamond will result, but at a dramatic sacrifice of potential fire and brilliance. |
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TOO DEEP
When a diamond is cut too deep, light* leaks out of the bottom, brilliance is lost and the center of the diamond will appear too dark. |
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TOO SHALLOW
When a diamond is cut too shallow, light* leaks out of the bottom, brilliance is lost and the diamond appears watery, glassy and dark. |
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