In 1919, Marcel Tolkowsky wrote a mathematical manuscript in which he described an ideal cut diamond. An engineer by education and a diamond cutter by training, he described the fire and brilliance of the stone in his calculations. The fire of a stone refers to the way in which light is dispersed by the stone, while the brilliance refers to the brightness of the stone. The ideal cut served as the basis for the popular round brilliant diamond.
Alternatives to the Ideal Cut Diamond
While the ideal and round brilliant cut diamonds are two options available to consumers, there is a variety of designs of loose stones available to customers at many price points. A princess cut has aspects similar to the ideal stone, but has a square base rather than a round one and offers a better price for a given carat weight because less of the raw stone is shaved away. The radiant design is another choice for those searching for a faceted stone that has a rectangular base. Other designs, such as the marquise and oval, can be used to create an optical illusion that elongates the finger on which it is placed. These designs can be purchased as loose stones from online stores or local jewelers to repair or upgrade other pieces. They can also be used in designing a unique piece as a gift for a loved one.
Williams Custom Jewellery carries a selection of pieces with ideal cut stones--including earrings, pendants, and bracelets--in its online inventory. Customers can call the company's staff at 1-888-671-6999 to discuss selecting loose stones and creating new designs.
