Stone Shape Guide

 

Shape Description
Round The most popular shape, often used in solitaire engagement rings, with at least 44 facets for maximum sparkle.
Princess A modern, square shape with over 70 facets, known for its scintillation.
Oval An elongated shape that gives the illusion of a larger stone, showcasing fire and brilliance.
Cushion Similar to a princess cut but with softer, rounded edges, offering a romantic look.
Pear A teardrop shape that elongates the finger and enhances sparkle.
Emerald A sophisticated choice with a step-cut shape, offering a striking silhouette and brilliance.
Marquise An oblong cut that is known for its large surface area and the illusion of greater size.
Asscher Developed in 1902, this cut is popular in Art Deco jewelry and emphasizes clarity with its step-cut facets.
Radiant Combines the brilliance of a round cut with the sophistication of an emerald cut, available in square or rectangular shapes.
Heart A romantic and symbolic shape that requires a skilled cutter to create a perfectly symmetrical heart.