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(Source: WikiPedia)
Round Diamonds
The round cut diamond is
the most popular diamond
shape. Virtually all round
diamonds are brilliant-cut,
meaning they have 58
facets (57 when there is no
culet).
(Source: AGI NewYork)
Introduced in 1980s
Ideal length width ratio: 1.1
They are cheaper
Created by Lazare
Kaplan in the 1960's
Ideal ration b/w length
and width 1.75-2.25
No of facets: 58
It may exhibit a bow-tie
effect across the center
Marquise Diamonds
This type of diamond cut is
similar to Oval Shape. The
standard number of facets is
58, but can have a varying
number of pavilion main
facets ranging from 4, 6, or 8.
(Source: Vashi.com)
Was developed for King
Louis XIV of France who
wanted a diamond that
simulated the smile of
Marquise de Pompadour.
Presented by
Accredited Gemological Institute
AGINewYork.com