Radiant Cut Diamonds

If you're leaning toward a radiant diamond, the good news is that With Clarity has nearly 250 engagement ring settings. A radiant cut diamond complements various types of settings - from epic solitaires featuring a glittering radiant diamond to adorned bands with glittering diamonds that will make jaws drop. Play around with different types of settings and metals until you find your perfect ring. Most settings come in platinum or 14K or 18K rose, yellow, or white gold. From there, you can look at different radiant diamond centers based on your personal quality preferences and budget.

FAQs

What is a radiant cut diamond?

Radiant cut diamonds resemble the rectangular shape of an emerald, but they have mixed types of facets for epic fire. If an emerald cut diamond and a round brilliant got married and had a baby, the radiant would be that baby. They combine the two diamonds and include the best of both cuts. You'll also see more square-shaped radiants as well.

Is the radiant cut a popular choice for lab grown diamond engagement rings? 

Radiant cuts are a newer, trendier option that are emerging as a popular center stone for lab grown engagement rings. They're perfect for couples who like the shape of princess or emerald cut diamonds but want something a little different. You can use both natural and lab grown diamonds in your engagement ring and won't be able to tell the difference between the two. Both mined and lab radiant diamonds have the same physical, optical, and chemical characteristics. They're both gorgeous options!

What are the advantages of choosing a radiant cut for a diamond?

Radiant diamonds have a few benefits. The elongated shape flatters the fingers by making the hands and fingers appear longer and thinner. Another illusion of this cut is making it appear more prominent than a round brilliant of the same carat weight. The diagonal measurement can trick the eye and make it appear larger. Radiants are stunning and durable as well.

How does the radiant cut perform in terms of light reflection and dispersion?

Radiant cuts have many facets that maximize light's reflection, refraction, and dispersion. Radiant cuts capture and reflect light efficiently and beautifully. It reflects white light that creates brilliance and fire.

How does the radiant cut fare in terms of hiding inclusions or imperfections?

With all the extra facets, radiant cut diamonds hide inclusions or imperfections better than other diamond cuts. It has 70 facets that help to disguise any noticeable inclusions discovered in the cutting process. An excellent cut can sneakily hide any flaws.

Can a radiant cut diamond be a good investment over time?

Natural diamonds are rare and are a finite resource, so they'll only continue to become more rare over time. With the cost of everything rising each year, diamonds will continue to become more expensive. Many people pass their diamonds from one generation to the next. Diamonds are durable enough to last many lifetimes.