Time Tested Draw Of The Ashoka Diamond Cut

Not every layman knows about the Ashoka diamond cut even though it may be one of the most expensive types in the world

. Well that's because the cut is rare and exquisitely beautiful. Each piece of diamond has an oblong shape with brilliant rounded ends and would normally require a raw diamond of at least three carats to be shaped accordingly. The unique shape is a special cut which has been duly patented. Along with the limited and lengthy production, the Ashoka diamond cut is very expensive and is usually sought by the rich and famous. That's why you won't see them just anywhere unless you are rubbing shoulders with them.

It is certainly true when people claimed "diamonds are forever!" Diamonds has been in existence since ancient times and so has the Ashoka diamond. The intriguing past started with a forty-one carat raw diamond found in the Golconda region of Southern India way back in the third century. The diamond was named after the Buddhist ruler, King Ashoka who ruled his kingdom with the steadfast belief that only by living a life of harmony, compassion and respect would enable his people to prosper. Through the centuries, the diamond changed hands many times and finally rested in the possession of one William Goldberg who eventually launched the William Goldberg Diamonds collection about half-a-century ago. This collection was molded against the original Ashoka diamond. Every piece from the Ashoka diamond cut is handcrafted with 62 facets that make the diamond appear to be larger than its actual size. Now that's a great way of deceiving the eyes!

While everyone will have their personal taste and preference, there are so many different and expensive diamond cuts in the world other than the Ashoka diamond cut that it can be overwhelming when you can only afford to invest in that one and only one piece of diamond jewelry. The different cuts affect the diamond's brilliance while the shape affects its beauty and shine. One important thing you will need to understand about the diamond cuts is the facet. The more facets the more brilliant is the diamond and the more expensive. Generally, most diamonds are cut to 58 facets. Other than the Ashoka diamond cut, here is a short list of other popular cuts that may interest you.

Round cut is the most common diamond cut with 57 facets. Its mathematically calculated dimensions give it brilliance and it is the number one choice for solitaires.

Marquise cut is another oblong shape but with pointed ends and smooth rounded sides. Commissioned by King Louis XIV of France and it has 57 facets.

Princess cut is square with cut corners and also known as the round brilliant cut. It has 76 facets to produce large amount of sparkle that makes it the most popular choice for a solitaire ring.

Oval cut is egg-shaped when seen from the top. The desirable length to width ratio is 2 to 1 and it has 69 facets.

Trillion or Trillant cut is standard triangular with cut or sharp corners. It has over 50 facets.

Baguette cut is rectangular with only 20 facets and can only be used for gemstones with roughs.

by: Sachin Kumar Airan

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