Round
diamonds are the most popular of all the shapes, perhaps because
their circular proportions display the most "fire" and
reflect more light back to the observer than any other shape.
Round diamonds require that more rough be removed during cutting
and polishing than with other shapes. The combined popularity
of round diamonds and the significant weight loss during cutting
are the two main contributing factors to the relatively higher
price of these stones.
This
shape has set the standard for all other diamond shapes, and accounts
for more than 75% of diamonds sold today. Its 58-facet cut, divided
among its crown (top), girdle (widest part) and pavilion
(base), is calibrated through a precise formula to achieve the
maximum in fire and brilliance.
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