About Princess Diamonds
A princess cut diamond is traditionally a square diamond that offers excellent fire and brilliance. This fancy shape diamond is designed from the inverted pyramid of the rough diamond stone.
How Many Facets Does A Princess Cut Diamond Have?
A princess cut diamond or square modified brilliant cut diamond usually has between 50 and 58 facets, depending on how the diamond is cut. Most of the facets are on the pavilion and crown, with a few on the girdle. Princess cuts also typically have two to four chevron patterns, which are cross patterns that can be seen when viewing the diamond from above.
When a diamond has two chevron patterns, the diamond reflects bolder flashes of white and colored light. When a diamond has four chevron patterns, the diamond has more scintillation — resulting in smaller flashes of white and colored light that can be seen when the diamond moves.
What Princess Cut Diamond Color Should I Choose?
When it comes to diamonds, the princess cut is renowned for its brilliance. This cut allows for a lot of white light to be emitted, which results in an impressive sparkle. This feature is particularly beneficial in minimizing the appearance of any yellow or brown tints that may be present in the diamond. However, it's important to note that princess cut diamonds tend to retain more color than round diamonds. Therefore, it's advisable to opt for a colorless range of D to F, or at the very least, H.
