Guide to
Diamond Shapes

It is no surprise that this diamond takes the top spot for popularity since this diamond cut is the most brilliant of all. With 58 facets, this kind of diamond can reflect light like no other. Often used in solitaire engagement rings, this style has won the hearts of brides across the world for generations. As gem cutting techniques improved, the round cut gradually became the most sparkly of them all. If you’re looking for something especially radiant, the a round brilliant should be one of the first things you consider.

Having been around for more than 300 years, this is one of the oldest fancy diamond cuts available today. The cushion cut, was originally known as the mine cut and was popular between the early 1800s and early 1900s. The facets were arranged to sparkle in dim light, so that jewellery admired under candlelight had a sparkle as impressive as it looked in the day. The cushion cut engagement rings you see at Midas Jewellery today, feature gemstones using a combination of the old mine and brilliant cuts to produce an elegant and understated sparkle with elements inspired by antique treasures.

Oval shaped diamonds are a modified brilliant cut with similar fire and brilliance to round cut diamonds. Created in the 1960s, these diamonds are ideal for someone who likes the look of round brilliants but wants something more unique. The elongated shape of the oval is not only flattering on the finger but creates the illusion of a larger diamond. This means that an oval diamond of the same carat weight as a round brilliant is likely to appear larger. As oval shaped diamonds are less popular than other styles they are often more affordable as they are not in demand.

The asscher cut was developed in Holland at the start of the 20th century in the birth of art deco styling. The striking symmetry and bold lines of art deco styling saw the asscher cut soar in popularity, peaking in the late 1920s. However, for the rest of the century it was quite rare, available only in art deco jewellers or antique shops. In the early 2000s the asscher cut was redesigned with additional facets and new specifications that improved its shine. These changes saw it gain popularity once again, often outshining the other popular step cut, the Emerald Cut.

Heart shaped diamonds are the ultimate symbol of love and devotion. With 57 facets, the brilliance of this diamond cut is eye-catching and charming. Believed to have been used as early as the 15th and 16th centuries, it wasn’t until the early 1900s that this style of diamond cut fully developed. The heart shape can be difficult to see in smaller sized stones, especially when secured by prongs and claws. If your loved one is a romantic at heart and you’re planning a Valentine’s Day proposal, this could be the perfect diamond to pop the question with.