So someone somewhere figured out that a “stepped” cut with cropped (octgagonal) corners was best for them. The trend eventually found its way to diamonds, sapphires, and other gemstones, and was particularly popular from the 1920’s-1940’s. While emeralds are a hard stone, it’s prone to inclusions (natural flaws) which made them difficult to cut without damaging them. In case you’re not familiar with emerald cut diamonds, the style was originally developed for-you guessed it-emeralds. But now everytime I see one I find myself drawn to the cut and clarity of the stone and it’s unique art deco-ish look. In fact, I used to kind of actively dislike the cut. It wasn’t until recently that I found myself seriously ogling emerald cut diamond engagement rings. Everything You Need to Know About Emerald Cut Diamonds by Lindsay Goldenberg Jones From Dahhov.
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