DIAMOND SHAPES
The outline of an emerald cut with the fire of a brilliant. The radiant is bold, geometric and one of the most durable shapes you can choose.
The radiant was introduced in the late 1970s to combine the elegant, cut-cornered outline of the emerald cut with the brilliance of a round. Its faceting is brilliant-style, so it sparkles intensely, while its trimmed corners make it more robust than a princess.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Cut style | Brilliant, with cut corners |
| Outline | Square or rectangle with trimmed corners |
| Square ratio | About 1.00 to 1.05 |
| Rectangular ratio | About 1.20 to 1.35 |
| Suits | Solitaire, three stone, pavé bands |
A square radiant is compact and sparkling. A rectangular one has more presence on the finger and an elongating effect. Many people choose a ratio of around 1.20 to 1.35 for the classic rectangle.
The radiant’s many facets hide small inclusions well, so it is one of the most forgiving shapes for clarity. An eye-clean VS2, or even a carefully chosen lower grade, can look flawless on the hand. Radiants can hold a little colour, so G or above is a good target for a white look in platinum.
A four-claw solitaire shows its clean geometry. Trillions or tapered baguettes either side make a striking three stone ring. With no sharp corners, a radiant is well suited to an active life.
A square or rectangular diamond with trimmed corners, like an emerald cut, faceted as a brilliant so it sparkles intensely.
Yes. Its cut corners remove the sharp points that make a princess cut vulnerable, so it is one of the more robust shapes.
Choose a radiant for sparkle and forgiveness on clarity; choose an emerald cut for calm, mirror-like light and a quieter elegance.
Rectangular radiants look generous on the finger. Some radiants carry more weight in their depth, so compare the measurements, not just the carat weight.
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