Diamond Pendant Jewelry

Diamond cuts and shapes used in diamond necklaces and diamond pendants other than the standard round cut diamonds are referred to as fancy-shaped diamonds, these diamond shapes include the following:

Princess Cut Diamonds:
The Princess is one of the most fashionable and popular of all fancy-shaped diamonds. This cut creates a square or rectangular shaped stone. The princess cut has a unique charm too with regard to its appearance. The allure and elegance of the princess cut significantly compliments the appearance of an engagement ring. The length to width ratios vary in size in accordance to how square or rectangular the stone is. A ratio in the region of 1.0 is a very well designed diamond.

Emerald Cut Diamonds:
Similar to the princess cut diamond, the emerald is also measured in a length to width ratio. The difference lies in the length of the diamond. The Emerald cut is generally a more rectangular cut stone that gives its brightest impression if the length to width ratio roughly 1.30. Notice as well, that the emerald cut has four rounded edges as opposed to the four pointed edges of the princess cut.

Asscher Cut diamonds:
Similar to the emerald, the asscher has four rounded edges but is conversely square in character. Its unique contour emphasizes the clarity of each diamond. Due to its rounded corners it is important to note that color may be perceptible at the edges.

Ova Shaped Diamondsl:
The oval diamond is comparable to the circular shaped diamond. However, the length is greater than that of a circle, giving it an ovular appearance.

Marquise Shaped Diamonds:
The dazzling marquise cut is very exceptional in shape though reminiscent of the oval and pear shaped diamonds. It is ovular in shape with two pointed tips.

Pear Shaped diamonds:
The pear shape diamond is ovular in shape with one rounded edge and a point at the opposite end. The pear, marquise, and oval diamonds are appealing to the eye because they are slimming in shape.

Radiant Cut Diamonds:
Similar to the Asscher cut or emerald, the radiant diamond is square or rectangular in shape. The radiant cut diamond has clipped edges. It is important to note that due to the curved corners, color may be visible in the edges.

Heart Shaped Diamonds:
The love fashioned diamond is the most unique in shape. This passionate icon is an ideal gift for an anniversary, birthday, or Valentine's Day.

Cushion Cut Diamonds:
The cushion shaped diamond has larger facets than most fancy shaped diamonds. These larger facets increase the cushion cut diamond's luminosity as well as lucidity. It is square in shape with rounded corners.

A diamond solitaire pendant necklace consists of a single diamond set in a white gold, yellow gold or platinum setting making it the focal point of the necklace. Diamond shapes used in solitaire pendants include heart shaped diamonds, pear shaped diamonds, princess cut diamonds, round diamonds and more. The diamonds are held in place by prong, pave or bezel settings.

Circle diamond pendants are said to represent the unending and continuing love for a special person. These beautiful diamond pendants are available in a variety of sizes, themes and total weight of the diamonds. Popular settings include 14k yellow gold and 14k white gold.

Giving a Journey diamond necklace to that special person in your life makes the perfect gift to give to show your continued and increasing love for that person Jewelry featuring loves journey diamonds can be found in a wide variety of styles, sizes, and shapes. Popular settings for the journey diamond include white gold and platinum.

In addition to diamonds these journey pendant necklaces can also include a beautiful assortment of gemstones that may include sapphires, emeralds and rubies.

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