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There are ten common diamond shapes. Each has different quality, and characteristics. Here’s a brief description of each, to help you choose.

The round cut is the most popular. If you’re looking for an easy choice, the round cut may be right for you. Traditionalists everywhere view the round cut in their head immediately, when they think of diamond shapes.

One of the most striking of cuts is also the second most popular - the princess cut. A princess cut; in the hands of a skilled jeweler is nothing less than miraculous. However, this can be a difficult cut to get just right - so make sure to go to an very well established jeweler if you want a princess cut diamond.

Popular in engagement rings, the next cut is the oval cut. Like the round cut, it is a very traditional look. It looks classy and stylish, especially on the hands. Another great thing about it is that it can work in many different settings, so you can achieve practically any look.

One of the very most elegant cuts is the marquise cut. This is an elongated shaped cut which makes the diamond appear larger than its actual size and as such is typically used on smaller diamonds. The name of this cut comes from the fact that they were and still are popular with royalty.

Somewhere between an oval cut and a marquise cut in shape lies the pear shaped cut. This is a beautiful cut indeed and possesses the most attractive features of these two cuts.

The step, or emerald cut is a common choice for a starter diamond. They are beautiful but have fewer facets than many other cuts, making any imperfections in the diamond more apparent.

The asscher cut is more of an art deco style. It’s usually used for other gems. Although it is a less common cut for diamonds, it is slowly becoming more popular. If you’re looking for a fairly unique diamond cut, it may be right for you.

Speaking of unique cuts, nothing is quite equal to a brilliant, perfectly cut, heart shaped diamond. The only problem is that they can be very difficult to cut. So, it is rare to find a flawless or perfect heart shaped cut. The time and expense involved in finding one can be well worth it, though.

The radiant cut is a fairly traditional choice, which has lost a bit of popularity, in recent years, but certainly not lost any of its brilliance and luster. It is similar to an emerald cut. However, a radiant cut diamond has more facets, adding much more vibrancy to it.

Last, but not least, there’s the cushion cut. That cut is designed to make a diamond seem larger than it is. It can really show off a diamond’s best features and enhance it’s look, even if it’s small.