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Mark Etinger
There's nothing more thrilling (and simultaneously nerve-racking) than choosing the perfect ring, among the many discount diamond engagement rings on the market. You're already making the first smart step by choosing to go with discount diamond engagement rings, now you'll need to make another smart decision to complete the process: selecting the right shape diamond. Your girlfriend has probably seen that Sex and the City episode where Carrie is finally proposed to, but gets the dreaded pear-shaped diamond ring. What you can learn from that episode is that it is very important to consider your girlfriend's personal style and tastes. Is she tradition or more modern and edgy? Does she have a low-key style or likes to make a dramatic appearance? These are all things to consider when shopping for discount diamond engagement rings. Here is a breakdown of the different shapes of discount diamond engagement rings that will hopefully help you narrow down which style is best for your future wife: Round Brilliant: This is the most traditional shape. Over 75% of the diamonds sold today are of the round brilliant variety. It's 58 facet cut is calibrated perfectly to achieve the most sparkle and brilliance possible. Oval: This elongated, symmetrical design is a favorite among many women with small hands. It really gives a lengthened look to short fingers. Marquise: This shape is similar to the oval, but instead of rounded ends, they are pointed. It looks great as a solitaire or with side stones to accent it's brilliance. Pear: Think of the pear as the oval and marquisse hybrid—this unique shape can be described as a sparkling teardrop. Heart: This cute cut takes extreme precision and skill on behalf of the diamond cutter in order to exhibit optimal sparkle and brilliance. If you opt for this shape, look for a stone with an even shape and an outline that's well-defined. Emerald: This classic rectangular shape with cut corners is referred to as a step cut in the jewelry business. It is called a step cut because its concentric broad, flat planes look like stair steps. You have to be careful with this shape because any imperfections in the cut are very obvious. Princess: A popular choice lately, this sharp, square cut has many beautiful facets, and looks great as a solitaire. It is a great choice if your girl has longer, more dainty fingers. In addition, this cut requires more weight to be channeled to the diamond's depth in order to really enhance its brilliance. Trilliant: A wedge or triangular shape, this cut was first pioneered in Amsterdam. There are traditional cuts with pointed corners and also cuts with rounded corners. Radiant: This shape is square with slightly rounded edges. It has the classic elegance of the emerald and the spectacular brilliance of a round cut. 70 facets really maximize this shape's sparkle and brilliance. Assher Cut: Made popular in the 20's by the Assher Diamond Company in Amsterdam, this art-deco style has seen a resurgence in popularity in the past few years.
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