Triangle Loose Diamonds

Triangle cut loose diamonds are rarely used on large stones and is often used for side stones. However, the cut does make a loose diamond look larger than it really is, and could be a way of getting a lot of "oomph" on a small budget. It is also good for "everyday" jewelry that you'd rather keep simple, and subtle. Triangle cut loose diamonds or trillion loose diamonds need a special setting, with prongs molded into a V to hold the gem in place and protect the fragile corners.

Radiant Loose Diamonds

The Radiant Loose Diamond integrates two popular shapes the look of the emerald shape and the sparkle of the round brilliant loose diamond. Sometimes confused with the princess cut loose diamond, it is rectangular, not square, but with tapered corners.

Oval Loose Diamonds

 

The oval loose diamond is the most flattering shape for short fingers or hands, and is particularly fetching as a centerpiece for other stones. It has 56 facets, and can be just as brilliant as a round loose diamond if you use a high-quality, colorless stone. Loose ovals tend to show Impurities and inclusions. Also look for a length-width ratio of 1.5 to 1, to avoid the bow-tie effect, a dark area caused by poorly cut angles.

Asscher Loose Diamonds

Asscher loose diamonds are particularly striking as solitaire engagement ring with settings kept subtle to allow the shape to stand out. Sometimes, the Asscher loose diamond is combined with baguette-shaped side stones to further emphasize the stones beauty. The geometric lines of the Asscher shape make it very appropriate for rings with Art Deco themes.

Pear Loose Diamonds

The pear loose diamond shape is a combination of the oval cut loose diamond and marquise cut loose diamond and often resembles a glittering teardrop. It is usually used for pendants or earrings, though pear shaped loose diamond engagement rings are also recommended for those with small fingers.