Amongst the 4 C’s are the cut, clarity, color and carat. Before heading to shop for diamond it is very wise for a consumer to be aware about the 4c’s which calculate the worth of a diamond. Knowing about the several certifications for diamonds and their details helps a consumer to a great extend and before buying an expensive diamond you will know what things to be sure of.

Out of the 4C’s, the cut of a diamond, holds the most important position of all. Jewelers will first off all look at the cut or make of the diamond when they are judging the worth of diamond. The unique shape of the irregular diamond basically is the factor upon which the cut of a diamond is based on. An ideal cut diamond is one which is made out of a rough diamond with out changing or decreasing the weight of the diamond, with no trace of flaws and the end result should be a good shape.

Amongst the different diamond cuts, the princess cut diamond is the most famous of all. The over all shape is that of a pyramid where as the top of the diamond is in square shape. The princess cut diamond took over the brilliant cut diamond, and became more common in the present years simply because the brilliant cut diamond had a circular top. Women prefer wearing princess cut diamond ring simply because of its unique shape and cut as compared to the other cuts. In fact these days the princess cut diamond wedding bands are a hot item and an ideal wedding ring for your loved ones. Princess cut diamond earrings are coming in beautiful and exotic designs and are hot sales for jewelers.

The European cut diamonds were introduced in the 14th century and are popular today as a vintage stone. They are octagon in shape with corner facets, a round regular boundary and are also known as the old single cut. They are almost alike to the mine cut diamond but are more round than the cushion shaped diamonds. Due to their cut, they have the ability to catch light and reflect; hence they are in great demand in the world, especially the European cut engagement rings.

The cushion cut or the pillow cut diamond is an old fashioned cut that is some what similar to a mine cut diamond or the old European cut diamond and the oval cut diamond. This cut is not that popular as the latest ones but still is known to give a very glamour, passionate and classic look if worn in a piece of jewelry and has a different look.

In 1902, the Asscher brothers introduced the Asscher cut diamond which is also known as the square emerald cut due to its similarity in cut to the emerald, however the Asscher cut diamond has its corners cropped off. Since the time they were worn by an actress in the series “sex in the city”, they have gained a great deal of popularity and people often get an Asscher cut diamond engagement ring.

The Emerald cut diamonds were discovered when the cut similar to that of an emerald was given to a diamond. They are stunning in appearance due to their long lines and are very striking as compared to the other cuts. It reflects broader and dramatic flashes of light which gives any piece of jewelry a very dramatic and elegant touch. Emerald cut diamond rings are also very popular amongst consumers who prefer a dramatic and sober look in their jewelry. They are simple yet very alluring and the stone gives an exotic look to a ring.