Understanding Step Cut And Brilliant Cut Trapezoid Diamonds
Trapezoid cut diamond pairs are popular shapes for side stones. Trapezoids have four sides, with the bottom sides parallel to each other and the other sides inclined inwards. They are commonly featured as side stones in solitaire diamond engagement rings and diamond solitaire pendant necklaces. There are two kinds of trapezoids cuts; brilliant cut and step cut and it is important to know the difference between the two when purchasing trapezoids as side stones. Each has its’ own special quality. This article will clarify the differences between both step cut trapezoid diamonds and brilliant cut trapezoid diamonds.
Step Cut Trapezoid Diamonds
The step cut trapezoid is the more frequently used trapezoid cut. As is normal with step cut diamonds, it has rows of facets that are much larger than in a brilliant cut diamond. The stone is therefore very clear, with the facets reflecting off each other. Compared with the brilliant cut, imperfections known as, inclusions are easily visible in step cut trapezoids. Therefore, we advise that you choose a high clarity pair of step cut trapezoids, no less than VS2 clarity.
Brilliant Cut Trapezoid Diamonds
Brilliant cut trapezoids are a newer cut than the step cut trapezoid. In contrast to the step cut trapezoid, they produce a lot of light and fire and are perfect when they are set with a brilliant cut center stone. As with all brilliant cut diamonds, the inclusions are not as easily noticed so when choosing the brilliant cut trapezoids, the customer can purchase a lower clarity, thus maximizing the budget for side stones.
Deciding Between The Step Cut And Brilliant Cut Trapezoids
Step cut trapezoids are highly suitable as side stones for an emerald cut center stone as well as an asscher cut center stone. Step cut trapezoids are also commonly used in five stone rings, with the trapezoid stones being used as a gradation next to the center stone. Step cut trapezoids can also be used with the step cut baguette diamonds, which can only enhance an emerald cut center stone. If you are looking for side stones for a diamond engagement ring, a pair of step cut trapezoids aside an emerald center stone will radiate elegance. White, high color and high clarity graded step cut trapezoids are also perfect when set to complement a large, light pink emerald or asscher cut center stone.
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On the other hand, brilliant cut trapezoids produce great sparkle and light, enhancing the fire exuded by the center stone. They are therefore most commonly used as side stones for brilliant rectangular shapes such as the radiant and step cut diamond. They can be used both to increase the shine of a white center stone and highlight the color of a fancy color center stone such as a fancy vivid yellow radiant cut diamond. If you already have a center stone, depending on the shape and whether it is a step cut or brilliant cut diamond, one of the trapezoid cuts will be perfect for you.
Matching The Center Stone
When choosing and matching trapezoid diamonds as side stones, it is important to keep in mind that the dimensions of each diamond should be similar to one another. They should also be within one clarity grade and one color rating of each other to ensure that any differences will not be noticeable to the naked eye. We advise that you take into account the specifications of the center stone to ensure that the side stones will suit the center stone. The side stones should not be more than one color grade lower than the center stone. For example, if the center stone has an F color grade, the side stones shouldn’t have a grade of less than G. similarly, the clarity rating of the trapezoid side stones should not be more than one grade less than the center stone.
With any trapezoid pair of diamonds, it is necessary to know the dimensions of the center stone first. IF you are looking to match loose trapezoid pairs to a loose diamond center stone, CaratsDirect2U will customize your three-stone diamond engagement ring or diamond solitaire pendant necklace.
Consider Crescent Trapezoid Diamond Pairs
The most recently introduced trapezoid is the brilliant cut crescent trapezoid. It is similar in brilliance and shine to the brilliant cut trapezoid, but has curved edges to suit rounded center stone shapes such as round, oval, cushion and marquise diamonds. Due to their intricately curved points, a skilled diamond jewelry manufacturer is needed to set crescent trapezoids.
If you have any questions about trapezoids or any other aspect of diamond jewelry, we can always be contacted at 1-800-557-7095 where one of our expert diamond jewelers will be happy to assist you. Or email us at [email protected] with any questions you may have.