When browsing engagement rings, it’s easy to be mesmerized by the dazzling brilliance of each diamond and overlook the rich history that goes into creating these timeless treasures. Diamond cutting, an art form that has evolved over centuries, has led to the creation of various intricate and stunning designs in our engagement ring collection, each with its own unique historical significance.
Round Brilliant-Cut
Featured in our exquisite Marina engagement ring, the round brilliant cut is arguably the most classic and well-known diamond shape.Designed to maximize a diamond’s brilliance, this cut boasts 58 precise facets that reflect light beautifully. Its roots date back to the 17th century when the Mazarin technique was introduced, revolutionizing diamond cutting for enhanced sparkle.
Step into the world of timeless elegance with the round brilliant cut in our Marina engagement ring. This classic cut, featured in our exquisite Marina engagement ring, is designed to maximize a diamond’s brilliance, boasting 58 precise facets that reflect light beautifully.
Pear-Cut
Showcased in our elegant Xanthe engagement ring, the pear cut is a striking blend of brilliant and marquise cuts, resulting in a stunning teardrop shape.This unique cut can be traced back to 15th century, thanks to the innovation of Flemish jeweller Lodewyk van Bercken, who also pioneered the scarf—a crucial diamond-polishing tool.
In the Xanthe engagement ring, a captivating pear-shaped diamond is embraced by a halo of round brilliant diamonds, adding an enchanting allure.
Princess-Cut
For a design that is both modern and regal, the Eris engagement ring is a perfect choice, showcasing the dazzling princess cut.The princess is a dazzling cut with bevelled sides to allow light to disperse throughout the gem. An evolution of the Barion cut developed in the early 1970s, the princess cut was created after careful research by Israeli jewellers Ygal Perlman, Betzalel Ambar, and Israel Itzkowitz in 1979.
Our beautiful Eris ring features a magnificent princess-cut diamond accompanied by two alluring trapezoid-cut diamonds, offering a bold and glamorous look.
Emerald-Cut
The Themis engagement ring highlights the timeless beauty of the emerald cut.
This sophisticated cut originated in the 1500s with the table cut, but the refined version we know today rose to popularity during the Art Deco period of the 1920s. With its unique step-cut design and flat top, the emerald cut emphasizes clarity and creates a mesmerizing hall-of-mirrors effect.
The **Themis ring** showcases this elegant design, providing a vintage touch with a modern twist.
If you need some help finding the perfect diamond cut, we’re here to help at Joseph George Jewellers. You can come into the store to browse our collection, or contact us online to find out more.
