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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe skill and science behind diamond cutting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Diamond is the toughest naturally occurring substance on the planet and scores a whopping 10 on the Mohs scale of hardness, so how can it be cut?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As with most big feats, the diamond cutting process begins with some serious planning. Even if it\u2019s going to be cut by hand, 3D imaging and mapping are often used by specialists to digitally scan a diamond ahead of making any incisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Advanced computer programmes show cutters the best way to cut and shape a diamond for maximum brilliance and minimal waste. This early stage of the diamond cutting process is crucial, as one wrong move could sacrifice carat weight, symmetry or even the gem itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Next comes the cleaving or sawing, which can be done with lasers or phosphor-bronze blades coated with diamond dust (yes, diamonds cut diamonds!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After that comes something called bruting, where the diamond is shaped into a round outline, either by hand or machine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Finally, it\u2019s time for faceting, the stage of the diamond making process at which multiple tiny surfaces are added to the diamond, allowing light to dance beautifully through it and create its signature sparkle. It\u2019s also the point when the diamond\u2019s shape, such as emerald, marquise or round, say, is fully defined. More on this later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While cutting does most of the legwork in transforming a rough diamond, polishing brings out the finesse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Polishing is that final stage of the diamond making process, which involves placing the cut diamond on a spinning wheel that\u2019s coated with diamond dust in order to gently refine and smooth each individual facet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Diamond polishing is an incredibly painstaking process that can take days or even weeks, depending on the size and complexity of the diamond. With a diamond\u2019s brilliance depending on it, every facet undergoes a final inspection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Once finished, a perfectly polished diamond should have crisp lines, balanced proportions, and irresistible radiance. The polishing process is what gives natural diamond jewellery its signature sparkle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thinking of investing in a marquise diamond? Or perhaps a heart-shaped stone that forms the centrepiece of a timeless necklace? Before you decide, it\u2019s worth understanding the difference between diamond cut and diamond shape \u2014 two terms that are often used interchangeably but mean very different things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Diamond cut refers to the facet arrangement and how light interacts with the diamond to create brilliance (sparkle) and fire (flashes of rainbow colour). Different diamond cuts have different amounts of facets and are used for different shapes. The brilliant cut \u2014 probably the most popular in recent times \u2014 is characterised by its high number of facets (usually 57 or 58).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Diamond shape is its outline or \u2018silhouette\u2019, such as a heart, emerald, oval, marquise or round, for example. When buying a diamond, choosing between different shapes can be hard. Always try on pieces before buying, if possible, so you can see how different shapes suit you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Now you\u2019re aware of the (extremely crucial!) diamond cutting process that turns a rough natural diamond into a glorious, glittering gem, next time you slide your favourite sparkler onto your finger, you might find yourself even more appreciative of the extraordinary efforts that went into creating it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The journey that your diamond must undertake from deep within the Earth\u2019s mantle to become part of your jewellery oeuvre involves undergoing a meticulous process of cutting, polishing and finessing. It\u2019s much more than just a beautiful piece of jewellery; it\u2019s a precious labour of love.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" A closer look at the craftsmanship, care and creativity behind every piece of natural diamond jewellery<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":602,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-605","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-education"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n![\"A](\"https:\/\/adiamondisforever.com\/en-in\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/B3_3_Precision-and-expertise-working-with-natural-diamonds_Landscape-Image-1080-x-714px.jpg-1024x677.jpg\")
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The difference between diamond cuts and diamond shapes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe journey of a natural diamond<\/h2>\n\n\n\n