Not to be confused with the shape, the cut refers to symmetry, proportioning and polish – and is the only man-made ‘C’ from the ‘four Cs’ (colour, carat and clarity) Diamonds have an intrinsic beauty and value but both are elevated once the stone is cut to show off its best side – especially in engagement rings. Diamonds may be a girl’s best friend, but what really adds to their allure? Jewellers talk of the “four Cs” used to describe a stone, but the colour, carat and clarity are out of our hands, determined by the natural world.
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