Asscher Cut Diamonds

Asscher cut diamonds are very fashionable and make spectacular engagement rings

An asscher cut diamond is a step cut diamond. Asscher cut diamonds have wide step facets and deep clipped corners making the diamond look like an octagon shape. Asscher cut diamonds are almost identical to emerald cut diamonds except they are square in shape.

The best way to determine shape appeal is to look at the stone girdle outline to judge whether it is attractive to you. Also keep in mind a good length to width ratio and clarity of the diamond is important. Colour is visible in the corners of Asscher cut diamonds so be careful with your colour selection when it comes to Asscher cut diamonds.

Asscher cut diamonds were developed early in the 20th century and have become popular once again when featured on “Sex and the city” and celebrities like Reece Witherspoon and Kate Hudson who wear Asscher cut diamond engagement rings. 

Fancy shape diamonds are less expensive than rounds shape diamonds.

Here is an example of an Asscher cut diamond



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