Emerald Cut Diamond

Emerald Cut Diamond

Rectangular or square, with beveled corners, the emerald cut is an exquisitely elegant diamond shape. While the mirror-like surface at the top of the stone accentuates its sleekly symmetrical proportions and long, clear facets, it exposes even the tiniest flaws. A stone of excellent quality is required to showcase this strikingly beautiful cut.

Pear Shape Diamond

Pear Shape Diamond

A timeless, highly sophisticated choice, the tapered silhouette is reminiscent of a teardrop. This cut is incredibly flattering for those with smaller hands as its asymmetric proportions elongate the finger.

Oval Diamond

Oval Diamond

An oval diamond, a variation of the round brilliant cut, perfectly balances enchanting radiance and contemporary classicism. A relatively recent addition to the diamond cutter’s repertoire and incredibly flattering for those with petite hands, its elongated shape is emphasized when accompanied by side stones.

Heart Shape Diamond

Heart Shape Diamond

The most romantic of all diamond cuts, a heart shape diamond requires incredible expertise and complete precision to create the gently rounded curves. It is identical in length across its widest point and from cleft to tip. A total of 59 facets radiate light outwards and provide sensational scintillation.

How are diamonds cut?

The task of our master cutters and polishers requires astonishing skill, precision, and patience. With limitless passion and the steadiest of hands, they bring each stone to life, unlocking its exceptional beauty time after time. 

Planning: Each rough diamond is carefully examined to determine the best way to cut it, considering its shape and size. Typically, the diamond cutter marks the stone with a series of lines to guide the cutting process. 

Cleaving: The diamond is then cleaved using specialized tools such as a diamond saw or laser. Cleaving involves splitting the diamond along its natural planes, while sawing involves cutting a groove into it.

Bruting: Next, the diamond is shaped into a preliminary form, often round or oval. This is done by grinding the edges against a rotating wheel, a process known as bruting.

Faceting: Once the diamond is bruted, the cutter will facet the stone using grinding and polishing tools to create the desired shape and cut. This involves cutting and shaping the diamond's facets to maximize their brilliance. Each facet is a small, flat, polished surface arranged in a specific geometric pattern. The number and arrangement of facets are dependent upon the chosen diamond cut. 

Polishing: Each facet is then polished. This time-intensive process ensures that each facet is precise and the angles are correct to maximize the beauty of the stone. 

Final Cleaning: The diamond is cleaned to remove any remaining residue from the cutting and polishing process.

Final inspection: The diamond is then inspected and graded for quality based on additional criteria such as color, clarity, cut and carat weight. 

Our diamond experts can guide you to help you understand the nuances of each cut and how it impacts a diamond’s overall appearance. Every Graff diamond is meticulously evaluated and assessed to ensure absolute perfection at every stage of a stone’s journey and according to the 4Cs as prescribed by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA).