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Radiant cut engagement rings are the perfect choice for someone who wants their center stone to stand out. One of the sparkliest of ring cuts<\/a>, a radiant diamond shines because it\u2019s cut with many brilliant facets, which easily reflect light. While this stone isn\u2019t as<\/em> popular as rectangular shapes like emeralds or cushion cuts<\/a>, it\u2019s still an absolutely wonderful choice for the to-be-wed who want their center stone to always twinkle in the light.<\/p>\n Considering a radiant cut stone to wear for life? Ahead, experts break down everything you need to know about radiant cut engagement rings.<\/p>\n A sparkling diamond in a chic rectangular shape, the radiant cut diamond is an easy choice for those who want an extra wow factor in their engagement ring<\/a>. \u201cWhen the timeless brilliance of a round diamond met the elegant sophistication of an emerald shape, the radiant cut was born,\u201d says Mahiar Borhanjoo, chief commercial officer and SVP of Polish at De Beers Group<\/a>. \u201cCreated in the mid-1970s by Henry Grossbard, the radiant cut was inspired by a simple yet visionary idea: to bring the captivating sparkle, fire, and life of a round brilliant into a more architectural and contemporary shape.\u201d<\/p>\n He continues, \u201cGrossbard admired the unmatched beauty of the round brilliant cut and sought to reimagine that same emotion within the clean lines of a rectangular and square diamond. The result was revolutionary. A radiant cut diamond is designed with 70 beautifully arranged facets, each acting like a tiny mirror, guiding and reflecting light deep within the stone.\u201d<\/p>\n Balance and proportion are the most important factors of a well-cut radiant diamond. \u201cThe finest examples often feature a table percentage between 61% and 69%, a depth ranging from 61% to 67%, and a slightly thicker girdle to enhance durability and presence,\u201d says Borhanjoo.<\/p>\n The brilliance of a radiant cut is its true special power. \u201cSo many people fall in love with emerald cuts<\/a> on Instagram\u2014until they see one in person and realize they want something with a little more fire. That\u2019s where the radiant cut shines,\u201d shares Kegan Fisher, cofounder of jewelry brand Frank Darling<\/a>. \u201cThe faceting pattern is really what sets radiant cuts apart. Unlike round brilliants or cushion cuts, which produce larger, more distinct flashes of light, radiant cuts are known for their allover sparkle and evenly distributed light and dark contrast\u2014like stars twinkling in the night sky.\u201d<\/p>\n When this diamond<\/a> is used as the center stone of an engagement ring, it\u2019s quite flattering on the hand and takes up a sizable amount of real estate (especially when in a larger carat). \u201cThanks to their crisp rectangular shape and brilliant faceting, radiant cut diamonds create a continuous line of light that feels sleek, modern, and incredibly bright,\u201d says Fisher. \u201cThink maximum brilliance with a little extra edge.\u201d<\/p>\nWhat Is a Radiant Cut Diamond?<\/h2>\n
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