{"id":21532,"date":"2025-12-17T14:31:29","date_gmt":"2025-12-17T14:31:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/?p=21532"},"modified":"2025-12-17T14:31:30","modified_gmt":"2025-12-17T14:31:30","slug":"radiant-vs-emerald-cut-diamond-shape","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/radiant-vs-emerald-cut-diamond-shape\/","title":{"rendered":"Radiant vs Emerald Cut Diamond Shape"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>\n[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-35px|auto||auto||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW143707803 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW143707803 BCX0\">Emerald and radiant cut diamonds may share a similar rectangular silhouette, but their beauty is expressed in<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW143707803 BCX0\">very different<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW143707803 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>ways. From how they sparkle to how they<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW143707803 BCX0\">showcase<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW143707803 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW143707803 BCX0\">clarity,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW143707803 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>each cut<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW143707803 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>delivers a unique visual experience.<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW143707803 BCX0\">Here\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW143707803 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>a closer look at what truly sets them apart.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW143707803 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW143707803 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-8px|auto||auto||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h2><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW198976951 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW198976951 BCX0\">What Are the Main Differences Between Emerald and Radiant Cut Diamonds?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW198976951 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/emerald-cut-diamond.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;emerald cut diamond&#8221; title_text=&#8221;emerald-cut-diamond&#8221; align=&#8221;right&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;59.5%&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-21px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/radiant-cut-diamond.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;radiant cut diamond&#8221; title_text=&#8221;radiant-cut-diamond&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;57%&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-14px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h3>Faceting Style<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW248296145 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW248296145 BCX0\">The faceting style is the foundation of what makes these two cuts so different.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW248296145 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"EOP SCXW248296145 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW90888811 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW90888811 BCX0\"><strong>Emerald cut diamonds<\/strong> use a step-cut faceting pattern. Long, linear<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW90888811 BCX0\">facets<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW90888811 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>run parallel to the diamond\u2019s edges, creating a clean, geometric look. This style emphasizes symmetry,<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW90888811 BCX0\">depth<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW90888811 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>and clarity rather than sparkle.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW90888811 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"EOP SCXW248296145 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\"><span class=\"EOP SCXW90888811 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW141224435 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW141224435 BCX0\"><strong>Radiant cut diamonds<\/strong> feature a brilliant-style faceting pattern. Their facets are arranged to maximize light reflection,<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW141224435 BCX0\">inspired by emerald-cut lines and<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW141224435 BCX0\">the sparkle<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW141224435 BCX0\">of round and<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW141224435 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>princess cuts.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW141224435 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-33px|auto||auto||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h3>Number of Facets<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The number of\u00a0facets\u00a0plays\u00a0a major role\u00a0in how a diamond handles light.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Emerald cut diamonds<\/strong> typically<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0have\u00a050 to 58\u00a0facets, depending on the proportions and specific cutting style.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Radiant cut diamonds<\/strong> usually have\u00a070\u00a0facets, significantly more than emerald cuts. This higher\u00a0facet\u00a0count contributes to their enhanced\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">brilliance and fire.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-35px|auto||auto||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h3>Brilliance<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW129301615 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129301615 BCX0\"><strong>Emerald cuts<\/strong> are known for subtle brilliance. Instead of constant<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW129301615 BCX0\">sparkle<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129301615 BCX0\">, they produce broad, slow flashes of light<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129301615 BCX0\">.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129301615 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"EOP SCXW129301615 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW36714691 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW36714691 BCX0\"><strong>Radiant cuts<\/strong> are highly brilliant. Their facet structure creates intense sparkle and fire, making them one of the most dazzling rectangular diamond shapes available.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW36714691 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-29px|auto||auto||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h3>Light Performance<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW62541704 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW62541704 BCX0\"><strong>Emerald cut diamonds<\/strong> create a distinctive \u201chall-of-mirrors\u201d effect. Light<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW62541704 BCX0\">reflects in<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW62541704 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>long, dramatic flashes that draw attention to the diamond\u2019s structure and transparency.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW62541704 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"EOP SCXW62541704 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW124797481 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW124797481 BCX0\"><strong>Radiant cut diamonds<\/strong> are engineered for maximum light performance. Their brilliant faceting breaks light into many reflections, producing lively sparkle even in lower lighting conditions.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW124797481 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-25px|auto||auto||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<h3>Clarity<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW214449782 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW214449782 BCX0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/diamond-clarity-what-it-means-for-your-purchase\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Clarity<\/a> is especially important when choosing between these two cuts.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW214449782 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"EOP SCXW214449782 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW221802881 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221802881 BCX0\"><strong>Emerald cuts<\/strong> have large, open<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221802881 BCX0\">facets<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221802881 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>that make inclusions more visible. Higher clarity grades are often recommended to<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221802881 BCX0\">maintain<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221802881 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>a clean, crisp appearance.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW221802881 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"EOP SCXW214449782 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\"><span class=\"EOP SCXW221802881 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW24393591 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW24393591 BCX0\"><strong>Radiant cuts<\/strong> are more forgiving. Their intricate faceting helps disguise inclusions, allowing for more flexibility when selecting clarity grades.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW24393591 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-33px|auto||auto||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h3>Color<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW141516529 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW141516529 BCX0\">Color behaves differently in each cut as well.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW141516529 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"EOP SCXW141516529 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW266953056 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266953056 BCX0\"><strong>Emerald cut diamonds<\/strong> can show color more readily due to their open<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266953056 BCX0\">facets<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266953056 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>and step-cut design. Choosing a higher color grade<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266953056 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>helps ensure the diamond looks crisp and bright.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW266953056 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"EOP SCXW141516529 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW132361042 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132361042 BCX0\"><strong>Radiant cut diamonds<\/strong> tend to hide color better. Their brilliant faceting disperses light in a way that minimizes the appearance of warmth, making them a good<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132361042 BCX0\">option<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132361042 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>if<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132361042 BCX0\">you\u2019re<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132361042 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>considering slightly lower color grades.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW132361042 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-23px|auto||auto||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<h3>Shape<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW179773298 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW179773298 BCX0\">Both cuts are rectangular with cropped corners, but they look and wear differently.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW179773298 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"EOP SCXW179773298 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW191334592 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW191334592 BCX0\">Em<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW191334592 BCX0\">erald<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW191334592 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>cut diamonds have straight edges and long, clean lines that<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW191334592 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>elongate<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW191334592 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>the finger<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW191334592 BCX0\">and often appear larger face-up than radiant cuts of the same carat weight due to their shallower depth and broad table.<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW191334592 BCX0\">Radiant cut diamonds have softened edges and can range from square to rectangular depending on the length-to-width ratio<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW191334592 BCX0\">, a design<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW191334592 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>that adds<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW191334592 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>durability and makes them less prone to chipping than shapes with sharper points.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW191334592 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-16px|auto||auto||&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243;][et_pb_button button_text=&#8221;Key to Diamond Shapes&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/different-diamond-cuts\/&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h2><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW37374147 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW37374147 BCX0\">Can You Explain the Pros and Cons of Emerald Versus Radiant Cut Diamonds?<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW37374147 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW37374147 BCX0\"><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"EOP SCXW37374147 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW33779957 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW33779957 BCX0\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW131341474 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131341474 BCX0\">When you\u2019re deciding between an emerald and a radiant cut, it often comes down to how much sparkle you want, how the diamond looks on the hand and how it fits your lifestyle.<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131341474 BCX0\">Here\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131341474 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>a simple<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131341474 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>overview o<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131341474 BCX0\">f the pros and cons of each.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW131341474 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"EOP SCXW37374147 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW33779957 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW33779957 BCX0\"><span class=\"EOP SCXW131341474 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"EOP SCXW37374147 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW33779957 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW33779957 BCX0\">Pros and Cons<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW33779957 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>of Emerald Cut Diamonds<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW33779957 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"EOP SCXW37374147 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">Pros<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW37374147 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW34840195 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW34840195 BCX0\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW193774247 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW193774247 BCX0\">Elegant, timeless appearance with clean lines and a<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW193774247 BCX0\">refined<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW193774247 BCX0\">silhouette<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW193774247 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW34840195 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW34840195 BCX0\">Step-cut faceting creates a<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW34840195 BCX0\">mesmerizing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW34840195 BCX0\">\u00a0\u201chall-of-mirrors\u201d effect<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW34840195 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW80967515 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80967515 BCX0\"><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW80967515 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80967515 BCX0\">Often appears larger face-up due to its broad table<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW80967515 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW37374147 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"EOP SCXW37374147 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW52864735 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW52864735 BCX0\">Elongated shape can make fingers look longer and more slender<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW52864735 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"EOP SCXW37374147 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">Cons<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Less sparkle than brilliant-cut diamonds<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Inclusions and color are more visible, often requiring higher clarity and color grades<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sharp corners need protective prongs to prevent chipping<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Shows dirt and smudges more easily, requiring regular cleaning<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"EOP SCXW37374147 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW134435249 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134435249 BCX0\">Pros and Cons<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134435249 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>of Radiant Cut Diamonds<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW134435249 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"EOP SCXW37374147 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><span class=\"EOP SCXW134435249 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">Pros<\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Exceptional brilliance and fire due to its brilliant-style faceting<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW24606904 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW24606904 BCX0\">Hides inclusions and color better than emerald cuts<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW24606904 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><span class=\"EOP SCXW24606904 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW262276471 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262276471 BCX0\">Cropped corners make it more durable for everyday wear<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW262276471 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><span class=\"EOP SCXW24606904 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\"><span class=\"EOP SCXW262276471 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW57064769 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW57064769 BCX0\">Versatile shape that works well in both square and rectangular proportions<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW57064769 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"EOP SCXW37374147 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><span class=\"EOP SCXW134435249 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">Cons<\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Can appear slightly smaller face-up compared to emerald cuts of the same carat weight<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Higher\u00a0facet\u00a0count can make quality differences harder to see without expert guidance<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" 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