subject: Round Brilliant Cut Diamond: Classically Chic And Precious [print this page] The round brilliant cut diamond, the most popular of the many shapes of diamonds dates back to more than 100 years ago when Marcel Tolkowsky, a Russian Mathematician calculated the number of cuts to produce the brilliance the diamond is known for. Diamond cutters and gemologists have since been using mathematical calculations and advanced techniques to produce diamond jewelry of intensified fire and brilliance. The round brilliant diamond consists of 58 facets, displaying the most fire and scintillating brilliance than all the other cuts of diamond today.
The fire and brilliance of a diamond is the result of a cutters expertise and skill. Even the most perfectly colored and clear diamond will look dull if it has been poorly cut. Cut, therefore is considered by many gemologists as the most important characteristic of a finished stone. The skill of the cutter is also important in determining the final dimensions, finish and light performance of an uncut stone.
A round brilliant cut diamonds should be able to maximize the reflection of light to the eye of the viewer. When the cut of a diamond is too shallow, the diamond will not gain as much brilliance as light will escape out to the bottom. When the cut of a diamond is too deep, the diamond will look dark as light escapes through its sides.
If you intend to purchase a round brilliant cut diamond, make sure that you know how a good cut will maximize the stones brilliance. This diamond cut will look great and beautiful as a solitaire in an engagement ring, as a number of stones in a row, or included in a setting with other colored stones.
The round brilliant cut diamond will look great in diamond stud earrings or in a solitaire pendant for those elegant nights. They will also look great as a featured piece in a bracelet. They are classically chic and will go well with business attire or an elegant black dress. A woman wearing a diamond will always look polished even if the jewelry design is simple and classic.
The value of precious diamond jewelry lasts a lifetime but they need to be cared for in order to maintain their superior quality. Precious jewels should be inspected and cleaned by your trusted jeweler regularly to inspect for loose stones and signs of damage. If there are a number of stones in a setting, you should make sure that you will not lose a single one of your precious gemstones.
