“Life tried to crush her, but only succeeded in making a diamond.” – John Green, author.
Perhaps that is the reason diamonds represent the perfect gift for your loved one.
Diamonds cast a lasting impression – both on the wearer and the observer. When deciding on a ring to buy for your partner, there is no doubt about selecting one with diamonds on it. The real challenge arises when it comes to selecting the cut of the diamond.
Now, each cut has its own brilliance characteristics and the overall effect that it creates when placed on a ring. Each cut also signifies different meanings.
Let’s break down the top five diamond cuts to have on an eternity ring.
An eternity ring is also popularly known as an infinity band. Technically speaking, this type of ring comprises identical gemstones embedded around its entire circumference.
The continuous design makes the eternity ring look like an endless circle, giving it the meaning people know it for endless affection or love of an individual for another.
For this reason, infinity rings are extremely popular as engagement rings because they hold the promise of everlasting love between two people.
Eternity rings are a symbol of everlasting commitment and love towards a partner. Surprisingly, the significance of eternity rings dates back to 4,000 years ago, to the ancient times in Egypt. Egyptians were known to use eternity rings as tokens of love that represent the circle of life.
As the years progressed, eternity rings sank back into obscurity until the 60s, when diamond merchants brought them back to life.
Eternity rings today have gained great importance as a gift of love as engagement rings or even wedding bands.
There are over 8 types of diamond cuts, each with their own unique brilliance, that you can choose for your eternity ring. However, the five listed below top the charts for their design and bling quotient.
An oval-cut diamond displays 58 facets, which is the same as a brilliant-cut diamond (round). When selecting an oval-cut diamond, you should consider the ratio between the length and width of the oval. These dimensions determine the diamond’s appearance.
A typical oval diamond consists of a length-width ratio between 1.35 to 1.50 for good balance. In the end, some people prefer a more rounded or elongated oval for a drastic effect. Some oval-cut diamonds display a brilliant “bow-tie” effect, a bow-tie-shaped area in the center of the diamond that emerges as a result of the internal reflection of light within the diamond.
The cut displays rounded, smooth edges and lacks the jagged sharpness of pointy corners, signifying a continuum and zest for life.
The word “oval” is derived from the Latin word “ovum,” which means “Egg.” Essentially, the oval shape symbolizes fertility and, in some cases, immortality as well. Oval cut for eternity rings, when gifted to the loved one for marriage, signify everlasting love, a life of fertility and fulfillment.
Emerald cut diamonds are a timeless classic that has graced the engagement rings of popular celebrities like Beyonce and Amal Clooney. These diamonds are cut in steps, giving a brilliant display of reflected staircase in their appearance. They have 57 facets arranged in steps in an elongated, rectangular shape.
Emerald-cut diamonds are relatively less expensive and have the potential to draw the eye straight to the jewellery pieces they grace.
The emerald cut symbolizes strength and boldness. It is a symbol of refinement and understated beauty. This type of cut is best presented to partners with a discerning taste who appreciate the finer aspects and subtleties of life.
Emerald cuts also represent undying love and diamonds at heart. When embedded in eternity bands, emerald cut diamonds symbolize the strength of unique bonds and everlasting love and togetherness.
The brilliant round cut is one of the most popular types of diamond cuts because of its matchless brilliance. The roundness allows for maximum reflection of light that enters the diamond, bouncing off its 57/58 facets arranged in perfect symmetry.
The length-to-width ratio of round-cut diamonds is typically 1:1.01, which is what allows the light to reflect in near-perfect brilliance.
The classic round-cut diamond symbolizes eternal love in its purest sense. It solidifies the trust and honesty in a relationship, representing the circle of life through its round shape. The brilliance of reflected light is perfectly symmetrical, mimicking the geometries that occur in nature.
It is a classic cut, representing timeless beauty that never goes out of style. When in doubt about which diamond cut to get as a gift, the round cut is a no-brainer choice. It looks good in any setting and style of wedding ring – eternity rings in particular.
Radiant cut is a more contemporary style of cutting a diamond. The appearance is similar to that of the emerald cut, but the facets are more similar in likeness to the brilliant round cut. This gives the radiant cut diamond a unique character of its own, embodying the best of both worlds – the boldness of the emerald cut and the brilliance of the round cut.
The radiant cut diamond most commonly has 70 facets. The most common length-width ratio for a radiant cut diamond is 1.25. It may range anywhere between 1.05 to 1.50. for diamonds that are more squarish, the ratio is usually between 1.00 to 1.05.
The radiant cut diamond isn’t one of the classic designs; it fuses two together – the bold emerald and the timeless radiant. Being so, the radiant cut symbolizes innovativeness in personality. It represents the unhindered creativity and openness of a person.
It brings out the best of two worlds by combining the unmatched brilliance and unparalleled allure of two diamonds. This type of diamond is best suited for adventurous individuals who live confidently and shine bright.
Marquise cut, also popularly known as a Navette cut, resembles the shape of a boat (hence the name.)
The marquise cut has 58 facets. The typical ratio for marquise-cut diamonds is 1.85 to 2.00. The length is typically twice the width of the diamond. The lower the ratio is, the more rounded the shape will look. The buyer should decide the ultimate ratio depending on their shape preferences.
Some marquise cuts may display the bow tie effect in the centre.
Unbeknownst to many, the marquise-cut diamond shape has a history steeped in deep romance. The cut dates back to 18th century France when King Louis the Fourth ordered his jewellers to fashion a unique diamond that resembled the lips of his beloved, Marquise de Pompadour.
As such, this diamond has come to symbolize romance at its peak, representing an unabashed expression of love towards another. This is a classic cut diamond and is typically arranged in a north-south way on an eternity ring. It can also be placed in an east-west arrangement to create a unique look.
Undying love, trust, togetherness, and happiness – it is all encompassed in the brilliance of a diamond you give to your partner. This gift of love holds an even deeper meaning when arranged in a circle of life on an eternity ring.
At La Joya, the unique collection of eternity rings spoils you with choice. To add more to the experience of selecting a ring, La Joya lets you pick a cut for the lab-grown diamonds as well. Create the perfect engagement or wedding eternity ring to express your infinite love towards your partner – with La Joya’s brilliant diamonds and eternity rings.
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The way a diamond is cut helps to enhance the reflection of light so that it looks more brilliant. The round cut is known to be the most popular cut for an eternity ring because of its spectacular brilliance.
Yes, you can customize your diamond for the cut, weight, and color as well. For eternity rings, the best type of customization depends on the wearer’s preferences and ring size.
Lab-grown diamonds are artificial in laboratories by simulating the same natural phenomenon that occurs in nature. They are real diamonds.
Eternity rings make a great gift for a loved when when representing important milestones in life, like marriage or a newborn baby.
Yes, engagement rings typically consist of a single hero gemstone on a metal band, whereas an eternity ring is a continuous train of gemstones around the circumference of a ring
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