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History of the Brilliant Cut Diamond
Diamonds became popular as ornaments in jewelry in the 1400's and the
different techniques and styles of diamond cuts such as the Brilliant Cut
Diamond were gradually developed over many years. The Brilliant cut is
one of the most favourable form for enhancing the play of colour, and is
therefore most effective for all Precious and most of the Semi-Precious
Stones. Lodewyk (Louis) van Berquem of Brugge,
Belgium who in 1458 created the first cut diamonds.
Louis van Berquem invented a diamond polishing wheel called a scaif
which enabled him to cut the facets of a diamond. He also introduced the
concept of using absolute symmetry in the placement of facets on the
stone. Cardinal Jules Mazarin (1602 – 1661)
serving the French King Louis XIV, collected diamonds from Catherine the
Great and is credited with the first 'Brilliant cut' diamonds, which
were called Mazarins (Double-Cut Brilliants). The art of cutting
brilliant diamonds was further developed by Vincenzio Peruzzi, of Venice ; a city which was, in his
time of the late 1600's, the chief seat of the Diamond trade.
Vincent Peruzzi, a Venetian diamond polisher,
introduced the "Triple-Cut Brilliant" or "Peruzzi Cut" by doubling the
number of crown facets from 17 to 33.
Double-Cut Brilliants (Mazarins) and Triple-Cut Brilliants (Peruzzi
Cuts)
were cushion cuts (squares or rectangles with rounded corners). These
cushion-cut brilliants are known today as "Old Mine Cuts." The
advancement in cutting tools in the early 1900's led to modern diamond
cuts including the round brilliant cut. For Additional facts and
information click the following link:
Round Cut Diamonds
Ideal Cut Diamonds
Rose Cut Diamonds
Description of the Brilliant Cut Diamond
The description of an Brilliant Cut Diamond is: The modern round
brilliant diamond consists of 56-58 facets including the culet. Between
the table and the girdle are generally thirty-two facets, and below the
girdle twenty-four. The facets maximize the volume of light that is
reflected from the inside and produce the greatest brilliance.
Brilliant Cut Diamond - the Cutting Process
Diamond Facets are
the smooth surface areas of a diamond which are cut and polished to
control the brilliance and the durability of a diamond. A skilful
diamond cutter brings out all the brilliance and sparkle of a diamond by
choosing the most appropriate cut, such as the Brilliant Diamond cut.
Symbolism & Meaning of Diamonds
The traditional properties closely associated with diamonds are
action, passion, and energy. Jewelry containing diamonds are believed to
enhance relationships, increasing inner strength and provide the wearer
with balance, clarity and abundance. Wearing jewelry containing a
diamond will focus the energies of the precious gemstone through the
gem.
Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Rings
The tradition of wearing engagement rings, including those with an
Brilliant cut diamond, symbolizes the promise of a future together which
is sealed with the giving and accepting of a ring. The tradition of
giving a diamond engagement ring dates back to the 13th century. Mary of Burgundy is the first known recipient of a diamond engagement ring, in 1477. Betrothal Betrothal rings were initially given as a pledge to marry. All wedding
and engagement rings are worn on the third finger of the left hand
because the vein in this finger, called the "vena amoris", was once
believed to run directly to the heart which is closely associated with
love. The circular shape of rings symbolizes unending love.
Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire
The most popular style engagement ring is a diamond solitaire, the cuts
include the Brilliant cut diamond solitaire. The solitaire design was
introduced by Tiffany about 100 years ago. The Tiffany solitaire setting
enhanced the brilliance and lustre of the diamond by introducing the
first ‘open’ mount, which allowed light to travel freely through the
precious stone differing from all previous settings which had
restrictive closed backs. The Brilliant cut diamond solitaire is a
beautiful cut for this type of jewelry.
Brilliant Cut Diamond
What constitutes
good cuts? Good Brilliant Cut Diamonds are effected by several different
elements which have a large impact on a diamond's brilliance. These
include the Width and Depth of the stone, the
Symmetry and the alignment of a diamond's facets and the
polish. Diamond Clarity is a measure of a diamond's blemishes and inclusions which
also effect the brilliance
of diamonds and their sparkle because they interfere with the passage of
light travelling through the precious stone. The skill of the jeweller will
ensure that Brilliant cut diamonds have a suitable cut to
give the most beautiful results in respect of their
lustre, transparency, refraction and dispersion of
light.
Definition:
The description of an Brilliant Cut Diamond is: The modern round
brilliant diamond consists of 56-58 facets including the
culet. Between the table and the girdle are generally
thirty-two facets, and below the girdle twenty-four. The
facets maximize the volume of light that is reflected
from the inside and produce the greatest brilliance.
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