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Jewelry
is an important part of dressing up. Depending ont he
occassion, you can complement your clothes with the
right kind of Jewellery. Initial pendants are a great
option!
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Princess Cut & Other Basic Shapes of Diamond Stud Earrings
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Princess cut diamonds
refer to diamonds that have been crafted in a square shape. Origins relay
back to 1979 when a jeweler created the square cut to rival the brilliance
that comes with the round “brilliant” cut. Today, princess cut diamond
earrings rank second in popularity, in diamond earrings, necklaces and
diamond engagement rings.
The princess cut is shaped similar to that of a pyramid, with the
top being cut into a square or rectangular form, and the bottom reaching a
point in the setting. |
Not only are princess
cut diamond earrings going to create the most dazzle, but they also
give you a bang for your buck – as less of the diamond needs to
be cut to create the signature look. This way, the stone often comes
at a cheaper price than other cuts. When
buying princess cut diamond earrings the cut should be precise.
Precision is necessary with the princess cut – as the entire view
is from stop the diamond. It needs to be impeccably accurate to
reflect the light, and retain its sparkly appeal. Since so much
of the diamond is on display from the top, it is recommended that
the color of princess cut diamond an earring stud is above a G.
This will ensure that the diamond appears natural in color, without
any distracting tints. Clarity determines the flaws within a diamond.
When buying a princess cut diamond it is important that the rating
be above a VS2 to ensure the diamond appears flawless to the naked
eye.
Princess cut diamond
earrings are a timeless classic, as they always retain the dazzle. The
way that princess cut diamond earrings are created allows the light to
dance within the diamond, creating the brilliance of the round stone with
modern, elegant style.
It is important to keep in mind that although princess cut diamonds,
and brilliant cut diamonds may be of the same carat weight – the
diameter of the princess cut may be smaller, as the diamond is longer,
and pyramid shaped, accounting for the carat weight. Princess cut
diamond earrings are a great gift idea, or a great present to spoil
yourself with. They were created with the purpose of maximizing
brilliance in a square cut, and have succeeded – and are only growing
in popularity.
Basic
Shapes of Diamond Stud Earrings
Not only do diamond
fashion earrings come in a variety of colors and sizes, they come in a
variety of shapes. Each of these shapes creates a different appearance of
the diamond earrings, and each shape comes in and out of style each
season. Of course, there is the classic princess and brilliant cut – but
diamond earrings have become popular in other styles like pear or fancy
shaped stones.
Square Shaped diamond earrings are available in cuts like princess, or
emerald cut. What is the difference between emerald cut diamond earrings,
and princess cut diamond earrings? Emeralds cut stones appear to be shaped
like rectangles and yields the most brilliant of the square stones.
Emerald shaped cuts seem to hold the most color, so when choosing an
emerald cut be sure to choose a clear stone, or a stone with a good color
rating (over a g rating). Princess cut diamond earrings sparkle
effervescently because of the cut to take advantage of the facets within
the diamond.
Round shaped diamond earrings come in two main cuts; brilliant cuts of
diamond earrings allow the light to come through the stone creating a
highly sparkled effect. This is one of the most popular cuts of diamond
earrings, and interestingly enough is the most chosen for diamond earring
gifts.
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Heart shaped diamond earrings have been popularized with days like
Valentines Day. The heart setting is created with a cut of diamond
that is flat upon the top, and has many facets created to make the heart
shaped diamond earrings sparkle. These earrings are a perfect gift,
regardless of the holiday – and can add a different direction to the jewel
box. Heart shaped diamond earrings are available at most stores,
especially around Valentine’s Day – but can be special ordered to suit the
occasion from most jewelers if they are not in stock. |
Fancy shaped diamond earrings include; marquis, pave diamonds and
bevel style diamond earrings. Pave style diamond earrings include various
smaller stones fitted together to give the illusion of a larger stone
within the diamond stud earrings. Earrings that have been created to have
a bezel cut are flush with the mounting, so the stone does not protrude.
Using fancy shaped stones allows the diamond to appear larger and more
elaborate because of the unique cutting styles.
Regardless of which style is chosen, the shape will remain timeless – as
all diamond earrings do. Fancy cuts are most often found in drop
earrings, whereas the basic cuts such as princess, emerald and brilliant
are reserved for the traditional diamond stud earrings.
Contributing Author: Adney Harris is a writer
at http://www.diamondstudsofamerica.com where
you can find a variety of diamond studs jewelry and items including
necklaces, rings and bracelets. Visit us for additional jewelry
information. Email:
adney_harris@yahoo.com
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