Un diamant tăiat Carre, exact ca o croială de prințesă, are formă pătrată, cu colțuri ascuțite în unghi de 90 de grade. Acesta este un aspect vulnerabil al tăieturii Carre, deoarece aceste colțuri sunt predispuse să fie ciobite sau deteriorate dacă sunt lovite puternic.
This is why a protective setting like a halo or bezel setting is best for a Carre diamond. If you go with a prong setting, ensure that the prongs are placed at the four corners to protect the points, like this princess cut diamond ring.
Carre cuts display very good fire, especially when viewed under natural light sources like sunlight or even candlelight. Cu toate acestea, if you’re looking for sparkle, this cut isn’t the best for you. Carre cuts have reduced sparkle and can even appear almost glass-like.
In terms of clarity and color, a Carre cut diamond shows inclusions and any color tints easily and isn’t a forgiving cut. Acest, din nou, is due to the wide open facets of the cut. Ca urmare, it’s important to choose a diamond with no visible inclusions and with good color.