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Choosing a diamond involves making several important decisions. Of the 4Cs (cut, color, clarity and carat weight), cut is considered to be the most important for colorless diamonds.
But while there are several types of diamond cuts, such as princess, кръг, Asscher and cushion, most of these cuts can be classified into two main cut categories:
Step and brilliant cuts.
These two types of cuts are very distinct, with each having its own pros and cons. They tend to appeal to different styles and tastes and provide a different aesthetic to an engagement ring.
Let’s investigate these cut types in detail.